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Pregnancy

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In addition to Women, Infants & Children (WIC), we offer two free programs for people who are pregnant living in Dane County that give support and information needed to have a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby. You do not need to be a legal resident.

These programs provide:

  • Personal support to set goals and reach them.
  • Help getting health care.
  • Information on topics like: eating habits, preparing for childbirth and parenting, safe sleep, child development, staying active, breastfeeding, and more.
  • Help finding community services.

Nurse Family Partnership Program

  • Pregnant with your first child and have had no previous live birth?
  • You must enroll before the end of 28 weeks in your pregnancy.
  • You are income eligible if you qualify for other programs such as:
    • WIC
    • FoodShare
    • Medicaid
    • Wisconsin Works Program (W-2)
  • Nurses work with families until the baby is 2 years old.

Prenatal Care Coordination Program

  • Enroll anytime during your pregnancy (the sooner the better!).
  • You are income eligible if you qualify for other programs such as:
    • WIC
    • FoodShare
    • Medicaid
    • Wisconsin Works Program (W-2)
  • You do not need to be in your first pregnancy.
  • Nurses work with families until the baby is 2 months old.

Apply

  • To apply for one of these programs, call (608) 266-4821.
  • If you have WIC, ask at your next appointment.
  • Service Providers: Complete the referral form to refer to one of these programs.

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