State Maternal and Child Health Programs
Tennessee offers a variety of state programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing perinatal care and supporting maternal and child health. Below is an overview of key programs and resources available:
Perinatal Regionalization Program: The Tennessee Department of Health's Perinatal Regionalization Program provides specialized care for high-risk pregnant women and newborns. This system ensures that patients receive appropriate care based on the complexity of their needs by designating facilities with varying levels of perinatal care capabilities.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program: The Tennessee WIC Program offers supplemental nutrition, breastfeeding support, and health education to low-income pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age five. Services include nutritious food assistance, nutrition education, and referrals to healthcare services. Learn More
Evidence-Based Home Visiting (EBHV) Programs: Tennessee's EBHV programs provide voluntary, evidence-based home visiting services for expectant and new parents with children up to kindergarten entry age. These programs aim to improve maternal and child health outcomes by offering support and education directly in the home. Models implemented in Tennessee include Healthy Families America (HFA), Nurse Family Partnership (NFP) and Parents as Teachers
Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program: Supported by federal funds, the MIECHV Program in Tennessee facilitates voluntary home visiting services for at-risk communities. The program emphasizes improving health and development outcomes for young children and their families.
Indian Health Service (IHS) Maternal and Child Health Program
Aimed at increasing 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 collectively work to ensure that mothers and infants in Tennessee receive comprehensive care and support during the perinatal period and beyond.
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