Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance | Lifecare Center

Programs that provide educational and supportive services that help teens who are or are about to become parents, to prepare them on an emotional and practical level for the impact the newborn will have on their lives and relationships. Initial focus areas include healthy eating for the mother, danger signs in pregnancy, sibling preparation and being ready for labor and delivery, followed by practical information on basic infant care, newborn behaviors, baby supplies, bathing techniques, diapering, breastfeeding and other feeding options, as well as infant and childhood illnesses. Later topics may include walking, talking, toilet training and other aspects of child development, all to help ensure that infants and toddlers are nurtured, live in a safe environment and receive proper health care.

Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance

Community Health Workers & a Community Health Nurse will meet w/ pregnant parent through 18 months after birth of child to provide education and support.

Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance | Nurture KC

Mentor program that provides support and encouragement on parenting skills.  Families can also request a portable crib for children under the age of one year.

Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance | St. Joseph Youth Alliance - JUMP Program

Teen Pregnancy Targeted Case Management (TPTCM) is a supportive case management program.

Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance | Lifecare Center

Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance | Nurture KC

Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance | St. Joseph Youth Alliance - JUMP Program

Teen Expectant/New Parent Assistance | Leavenworth County Health Department