Services that support expecting and pregnant families prepare for a new baby.

Description

Supportive services for expectant families typically include:

• Birthing and parenting classes
• New baby education
• Nutrition education
• Lactation and breastfeeding support
• Access to basic needs (diapers, car seats, baby clothing, formula)
• Referrals to community services

Additional Information

The African American Babies Coalition provides parenting training and education programs such as:

The Birthing Fruition 5 Prong Training program focuses on:

• Perinatal education
• Culturally responsive home visiting
• Breastfeeding and lactation
• Child and baby first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

The Moving Beyond Crisis program provides support through:

• Home visiting
• Maternal child health

The All About Me Training focuses on youth mental health and resilience. Through engaging activities, the program teaches calming techniques, support friendships and family bonds, and celebrates each child's uniqueness.

Features

• Area Served by County
  • Ramsey County

• Specialization
  • African American Community