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Health Dept. - Nursing Maternal Child Health

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1. What is Maternal Child Health?

Maternal Child Health is a family centered approach to maternal and child health. Maternal Child Health provides moms, newborns, and families with the resources, support and help they need to develop a healthy pregnancy and a healthy birth. Our service is free for MCHP/MA eligible pregnant or post partum women and children < 2 years old.

2. What can a Maternal Child Health Nurse do for me?

Answer questions and concerns about:
• Pregnancy
• Motherhood
• Newborn care
• Scheduling doctor’s visits
• How to talk to your doctor
• Nutrition & safety
• Medical care for yourself & your children
• Understanding medical assistance

Your nurse can also discuss and provide contacts for:
• Your transportation needs
• Childbirth education
• Breastfeeding support
• Parenting support
• Counseling services
• Birth control
• Infant needs
• Quitting smoking
• Other community services More...

3. Why should I enroll in Maternal Child Health?

• It’s a smart thing to do.
• You will have someone to listen to your questions and concerns and give you detailed answers in order to get the information you need.

4. How do I enroll in Maternal Child Health?

Thinking about pregnancy? Are you pregnant now? Are you a parent of an infant or toddler? Call (301) 600-3326, we are here to help you!

5. Who are the people who provide Maternal Child Health services?

We are Public Health Registered Nurses and Health Professionals.