What a family & community resource does
Not every kind of help comes from a single provider. Family resource centers, county public health programs, WIC, breastfeeding coalitions, First 5 programs and parent support nonprofits offer classes, home visits, support groups, supplies and referrals, usually free or low-cost and open to every family, not only new mothers. These listings point you to the organization; call to ask what they offer in your area right now.
Worth asking before you decide
- What do you offer for pregnant and postpartum families, and is there a cost or an eligibility rule?
- Do you have support groups or classes, and are any of them in my language?
- Can you refer me to a doula, lactation consultant or counselor if I need one?