Wisconsin

Wisconsin offers a comprehensive array of state-supported programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing perinatal care, promoting maternal and infant health, and supporting families during pregnancy and early childhood. Below is a detailed overview of these resources:

Breastfeeding Support Initiatives

Wisconsin Breastfeeding Coalition
This statewide coalition works to improve breastfeeding initiation, duration, and exclusivity rates across Wisconsin. It supports local coalitions, provides educational resources, and advocates for breastfeeding-friendly policies.

Perinatal Health Programs

Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Program – Title V
Administered by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, the MCH Program aims to improve the health and well-being of mothers, infants, children, and families. It supports various initiatives, including breastfeeding promotion, prenatal care, and services for children with special health care needs.

Nutrition Assistance
Wisconsin Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
The WIC Program provides supplemental nutrition assistance, breastfeeding support, and health education to eligible pregnant women, new mothers, and young children. Services include access to nutritious foods, nutrition counseling, and referrals to health care services.

Home Visiting Services
Family Foundations Home Visiting (FFHV) Program
The FFHV Program offers voluntary, evidence-based home visiting services to expectant and new parents with children up to kindergarten entry age. It aims to improve maternal and child health outcomes by providing support in areas such as prenatal care, parenting education, and connection to community resources.

Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP)
NFP is a home visiting program that pairs first-time, low-income mothers with registered nurses. The program begins during pregnancy and continues through the child's second birthday, focusing on improving prenatal health, child development, and economic self-sufficiency.

Tribal and Indian Health Services
Indian Health Service (IHS) – Maternal and Child Health Program
The IHS Maternal and Child Health Program aims to increase access to safe, quality care for American Indian and Alaska Native pregnant women and children. It provides resources, clinical guidelines, and support for maternal and child health initiatives.

St. Croix Tribal Maternal Child Health Program
In partnership with the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, this program focuses on improving the health and well-being of Native American children, families, and communities through outreach, education, and coordinated services.

These programs collectively contribute to a robust support system for maternal and child health in Wisconsin, ensuring that families have access to the necessary resources and care during critical stages of life.