Newly Pregnant
YouFirst is ready to help you prepare for a new baby, which starts with taking care of yourself. Your health plays a key role in your baby’s ability to have a healthy start to life. Engaging in a healthy pregnancy is not an easy task but the sooner within your pregnancy you begin to make changes to benefit your health, the better the outcomes will be for your new baby.
Services available through YouFirst to give both you and your baby a healthy future include:
Breastfeeding support helps navigate the challenges of nursing, providing tips, encouragement, and expert advice to ensure a positive experience. This support promotes bonding with your baby while also ensuring that your baby is getting the best nutrition possible.
Breastfeeding Support Referrals
Wellness exams early in pregnancy help ensure that you are in good health, catching any potential issues before they become serious. These check-ups provide the opportunity for you to discuss any concerns and get the care and guidance you need to have a healthy pregnancy.
Wellness Examinations
Addressing any complications from previous pregnancies helps you understand any potential risks and how to manage them for a healthier pregnancy. Discussing past experiences with your healthcare provider can guide you in preventing or addressing issues early in your current pregnancy.
Addressing Previous Pregnancy Complications
Referrals for prenatal and postnatal care ensure you have access to the necessary medical support, screenings, and resources throughout your pregnancy and after birth. These resources give you the information, guidance, and support needed to have a healthy pregnancy and recovery.
Referrals for Prenatal and Postnatal Care and Resources
STI and HIV testing ensure you're aware of your sexual health, which is important for a healthy pregnancy and protecting your baby. Early treatment of STIs and HIV can help prevent transmission to your baby and reduce complications, giving you the best chance for a healthy pregnancy.
STI and HIV Testing and Treatment
Managing chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, and hypertension during pregnancy reduces the risk of complications like gestational diabetes or high blood pressure. Proper management supports both your health and your baby’s development throughout the pregnancy.
Management of Chronic Diseases, Such as Obesity, Diabetes, Hypertension
Nutrition and exercise support guides you in making healthy food choices and staying active throughout your pregnancy. Proper nutrition and regular exercise help ensure your baby gets the nutrients they need, while also improving your energy levels and reducing the risk of pregnancy-related complications.
Nutrition and Exercise Support
Healthy relationships during pregnancy provide emotional support, reducing stress and creating a positive environment for you and your baby. Strong communication and support from your partner or loved ones help you feel more secure and prepared for the challenges of pregnancy and motherhood.
Healthy Relationship Support
Staying up-to-date with immunizations during pregnancy helps protect both you and your baby from preventable diseases. Vaccines for influenza, whooping cough, or RSV can reduce the risk of illness that could affect your pregnancy or your baby’s health after birth.
Immunizations
Reducing tobacco, alcohol, and substance use during pregnancy is crucial for the health of you and your baby. Eliminating these substances lowers the risk of complications such as premature birth, low birth weight, and developmental delays.
Tobacco, Alcohol, and Substance Use Reduction
Mental health referrals manage the emotional and psychological changes that can come with pregnancy. Addressing your mental health needs during this time can reduce stress and anxiety, promoting a healthier pregnancy and a smoother transition to motherhood.
Mental Health Referrals
Referrals for employment, school, and housing provide you with the resources needed to create a stable environment for you and your growing family. These supports help reduce stress and give you the security to focus on your health and well-being during pregnancy.
Referrals for Employment, School, and Housing
Birth control options after pregnancy help to plan and space future pregnancies, supporting your health and giving you time to recover before conceiving again. Family planning services help ensure you’re making informed decisions that are best for your health and your family’s future.
Birth Control and Child Spacing After Having a Baby
Learning parenting skills helps you feel more confident and prepared as a new parent, offering guidance on baby care, sleep, feeding, and emotional bonding. These resources equip you with practical tools to nurture and care for your child during the crucial early stages of life.
Parenting Skills Education
Car seat and safe sleep resources ensure that you know how to properly set up a safe environment for your baby both in the car and at home. These resources help prevent injuries and create a safe space for your baby, reducing the risk of accidents and promoting peace of mind.
Car Seat and Safe Sleep Resources