Oregon

Oregon offers a comprehensive array of programs and services to support pregnant individuals, new parents, and their families. These initiatives aim to improve maternal and child health outcomes, promote breastfeeding, and provide essential resources for families across the state.

Oregon Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program (PHBPP)
The Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program (PHBPP) works to ensure all children, especially those exposed at birth, are protected against the hepatitis B virus. The Oregon Health Authority PHBPP supports local health authorities with perinatal hepatitis B prevention activities in their respective jurisdictions by providing resources and technical assistance, in addition to conducting surveillance for perinatal hepatitis B cases.

Oregon Breastfeeding Coalition
The Oregon Breastfeeding Coalition works to promote and support breastfeeding across the state. The coalition includes programs like "Breastfeeding Welcomed Here," which raises public awareness and fosters environments that support breastfeeding mothers.

Oregon WIC Program
The Oregon Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program provides nutrition assistance, breastfeeding support, and health education for pregnant individuals, new mothers, and young children. Eligibility includes living in Oregon, being pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding, having a household income less than 185% of the federal poverty limit, and having a nutritional need or risk. To apply or find a local clinic, visit the Oregon WIC Program website.

Home Visiting and Family Support
Family Connects Oregon
Family Connects Oregon is a universally offered, voluntary nurse home visiting program for families with newborns. Nurses assess family needs and connect them to local resources, including healthcare providers, child care options, mental health services, housing agencies, and lactation support organizations.

Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV
Oregon implements three evidence-based home visiting models funded by MIECHV: Early Head Start, Healthy Families America, and Nurse-Family Partnership. These programs aim to improve maternal and child health, prevent childhood injuries, and enhance family well-being. In 2023, MIECHV programs in Oregon provided 12,476 home visits, serving 983 families.

Nurse-Family Partnership

Provides support to first-time mothers during pregnancy and early parenting years.

Indian Health Service (IHS) Maternal and Child Health Program: Aiming to increase access to safe, quality care for American Indian/Alaska Native pregnant individuals and children, this program offers resources and clinical guidelines to support maternal and child health.

These programs and services are designed to support pregnant individuals and new parents in Oregon, promoting healthy pregnancies, positive parenting, and overall family well-being.