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Baptist Health MIHOW: Support for Mothers and Families

Baptist Health MIHOW (Maternal Infant Health Outreach Worker) is a home visiting program for pregnant women and families. Trained community outreach workers are paired with mothers in their own neighborhoods to teach and mentor them about pregnancy, delivery, breastfeeding, parenting, nutrition and more. If you are looking for trusted resources for new parents, this program provides guidance every step of the way.

Our outreach workers support mothers from pregnancy until the baby’s 2nd birthday.

Free Services and Learning Opportunities

No Cost Services Include:

  • Home Visiting
  • Translation Services Available
  • Help with Medicaid, WIC, and Public Service Assistance
  • Access to Clinical Staff at our Pregnancy Wellness Center
  • Free Pregnancy Testing
  • Medicaid Referral Letter provided on-site
  • Safe Sleep Assessment
  • Car Seat Installation
  • Safety Baby Shower
  • Health Screenings (blood pressure and blood sugar screenings for the mother)
  • Newborn Assessments
  • Weight and Height Assessments
  • Breastfeeding Assessments
  • CPR Classes

Education Includes:

  • Healthy Pregnancy
  • Preparing for Childbirth
  • Stages of Labor
  • Recovery and Postpartum Care (after delivery)
  • Newborn Care
  • Developmental Milestones
  • Nutrition

With its wide range of support, Baptist Health MIHOW offers important resources for new parents, helping families feel confident and prepared.

For more information about Baptist Health MIHOW or to enroll, please call (501) 202-4099.

Para más información sobre Baptist Health MIHOW o para inscribirse, llame al (501) 202-4099.