State Maternal and Child Health Programs
New York State Perinatal Care Programs
New York State Breastfeeding Promotion Program: This program aims to promote and support breastfeeding across New York State. Initiatives like the "Breastfeeding Friendly Hospitals" program encourage healthcare facilities to adopt practices that support breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
New York State WIC Program (Women, Infants, and Children): The New York WIC program provides nutrition assistance, breastfeeding support, and health education for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children. This program aims to improve maternal and child health outcomes statewide.
New York State Home Visiting Program: The Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program provides voluntary, evidence-based home visiting services to at-risk families. New York implements the Nurse-Family Partnership model to offer support to first-time mothers throughout their pregnancy and early parenting years.
New York State Department of Health - Maternal and Child Health: This department works to improve the health and well-being of mothers and children in New York through programs focused on prenatal care, maternal mental health, immunizations, and safe sleep practices.
New York State Medicaid Perinatal Services: New York Medicaid supports perinatal care by ensuring pregnant individuals and families receive essential services, including prenatal care, maternal health screenings, breastfeeding support, and postpartum care.
Home Visiting Programs
Healthy Families New York (HFNY): HFNY is a free, voluntary home visiting program that connects families with trained Family Support Specialists. Services begin during pregnancy or after childbirth and continue until the child enters kindergarten. The program offers parenting education and child development supports, referrals to community resources, and developmental screening and early intervention services. Visit the Healthy Families New York website to learn more.
Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP)
NFP is an evidence-based program that pairs first-time mothers with registered nurses who provide personalized support from pregnancy through the child's second birthday. The program focuses on prenatal and infant care education, child development guidelines, and assistance with personal goals like education and employment. In New York City, Public Health Solutions offers NFP services in Northwest Queens, Rockaway, and Staten Island. For more information, visit their NFP page.
Newborn Home Visiting Program (YC)
Offered by NYC Health, this program provides no-cost home visits to new and expectant parents, regardless of immigration status. Services include: Infant feeding and safe sleep education, home safety assessments, mental health and chronic disease support, and referrals to community services. To check eligibility or schedule a visit, call 311 or 718-637535. For more details, visit the NYC Health website.
Indian Health Service (IHS) - New York Region Maternal and Child Health: The IHS Maternal and Child Health Program in New York provides essential services and clinical guidelines to support American Indian/Alaska Native families, ensuring access to safe and quality maternal and child healthcare.
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