Home Visiting- Healthy Families America
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Want to be the best parent you can be? Would you like to get off to a great start with your child? A home visitor can help!
Before your child is born
Visit 2-4 times a month with your home visitor
Talk about your concerns, ask questions
Find out about changes you’ll be going through during pregnancy
Make plans to get ready for your baby and for your family’s future
Get the things you and your baby will need*
Start a scrapbook for your baby
Set goals for yourself that you choose
After your child is born
Visit every week with your home visitor, until your baby is 6-9 months old, then less often, until age 3 years
Learn what you can do to build a healthy relationship with your child
Try out play and learning activities
Learn what to expect from your child as he or she grows
Regular developmental screens will help you keep track of your child’s development
Learn new parenting skills
Find ways to strengthen your family
Work to achieve the goals you set for yourself
*Healthy Families may provide car seats, portable cribs, diapers/wipes, books, or other health, safety, and developmental items to our participants.
Your home visitor will be there to listen, help you find answers to your questions, and to support you in being the kind of parent you want to be! For more information, please call 573.817.6430.
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
1005 W Worley St
Columbia, MO 65203-2037
573-817-6430
Email: sandra.miller@como.gov