MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH PAMPHLETS

Pregnancy, Nutrition and You

This folder contains information that explains about iron and caffeine during pregnancy, infant feeding choices, weight gain in pregnancy, common discomforts of pregnancy, and food do's and don'ts during pregnancy.

Mother and Baby Resource Handbook

Provides information regarding pregnancy tests, birth control, prenatal care, clothing/supplies for babies, car seats, food assistance, childbirth/parenting classes, delivery sites and hospitals, teen programs, adoption, and much more. Gives excellent referrals for the first time mother.

Baby Banner: the fourth month

Newsletter discusses the following issues: babies growth, sleep for the mother, tips for the male partner, common complaints during pregnancy and what to do about them, and intimacy during pregnancy. Also provides a dictionary of terms for the mother and father.

Baby Banner: the fifth month

Newsletter discusses the following issues: baby's growth and development around five months, preparing brothers and sisters for the baby, choosing the best feeding method, signs or danger signals during pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, premature birth or low birth weight babies, and pets and new babies.

Baby Banner: the sixth month

Newsletter discusses the following issues: baby's growth around six months, naming the baby, complications of pregnancy, infant formula, and basic baby needs.

Baby Banner: the seventh month

Newsletter discusses the following issues: baby's growth around seven months, what kind of diapers there are to choose from, parent and child safety in automobiles, safety in the nursery, and methods of delivery.

Baby Banner: the eighth month

Newsletter discusses the following issues: baby's growth around eight months, how to feel good about yourself, how to properly care for the baby, what to pack at the hospital stay, cesarean delivery, breech birth, breast feeding, and birth certificates.

Baby Banner: the ninth month

Newsletter discusses the following issues: baby's growth around nine months, hospital tours, what to take to the hospital, false labor, when to go to the hospital, what happens at the hospital, stages of labor, going home after the delivery, and jaundice and the baby.

Baby Banner: after delivery

Newsletter discusses the following issues: caring for the newborn, keeping the baby free from disease and accidents, reassuring other siblings, giving baby baths, and taking care of your body.

What Expecting Parents Should Know About Breastfeeding

Discusses attitudes about breastfeeding, the benefits of breastfeeding, how breastfeeding works, how to nurse a baby, what to do if problems arise, and how mothers should take care of themselves.

Baby's First Year--a calendar of tips for parents

Explains to parents how to best enjoy their baby's developmental years and provides child care tips from the first week the baby arrives home to the day the child is one years old.

Child Development from Birth to 3 years old

Discusses why it is so important to know about child development, physical development for children, language development, mental development, and emotional development.

What Everyone Should Know About Child Safety

Teaches parents how to teach their children about traffic safety, fire safety, and water safety. Also provides tips for parents regarding suffocation and choking, poisoning, falls, and other hazards.

For The New Mom

Discusses bleeding after delivery, breast care, personal care, sex, birth control, sleep, diet, and "baby blues".

Mother/Baby Healthline

Explains the mother/baby healthline and why and when a parent should call this healthline.

Diarrhea: Tips For Your Child's Care

Explains the signs and symptoms of diarrhea, gives tips for children who have diarrhea, and discusses what foods and medicines should not be given to children with diarrhea.

Spitting Up: Tips For Your Child's Care

Defines spitting up, gives tips for feeding and burping baby, and discusses what should not be done when feeding a baby.

Diaper Rash: Tips For Your Child's Care

Describes a diaper rash, explains what causes a diaper rash, and gives tips on how to prevent diaper rash.

Colds: Tips For Your Child's Care

Describes a cold and how colds spread, explains the symptoms of a cold, and gives tips on how to care for children with colds.

Fever: Tips For Your Child's Care

Describes a fever and when it should be treated. Gives tips on decreasing high fevers and how to read thermometers.

Constipation: Tips For Your Child's Care

Describes the signs and symptoms of constipation, explains the causes of constipation, and gives tips on how to prevent constipation.

Eczema: Tips For Your Child's Care

Describes eczema and gives useful tips for preventing eczema.

MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH HANDOUTS

Growing Pains: Discomforts and Danger Signs of Pregnancy

Explains the problems that can occur during pregnancy and describes the action that must be taken following pregnancy warning signs.

Preterm Labor

Explains what early labor is and how an individual should check for warning signs. Also gives 10 tips for preterm labor.

What To Take To Hospital

Discusses what the mother should take to the hospital for herself and the baby.

Suggested List of Baby Supplies

Provides a list of baby supplies for first time mothers.

When To Call The Doctor

Alerts the parents when it is appropriate to call the doctor for their baby.

As Your Child Grows: Newborn to 3 months (these were redone)

Provides tips for caring for the newborn to 3 month old baby.

As Your Child Grows: 3-6 months

Provides tips for caring for the 3-6 month old baby.

As Your Child Grows: 6-12 months

Provides tips for caring for the 6-12 month old baby.

Feeding Your Infant (1-6 months)

Lists the Do's and Don'ts regarding feeding an infant. Also describes the type and quantity of food an infant can consume between 1-12 months.

What You Should Know About Home Safety

Pamphlet discusses the following home safety issues: smoke detectors, falls, fire extinguishers, electric shock, space heaters, scalds, and poisonings.

Protect Your Baby In The Car

Provides information for keeping children safe in automobiles.

I Am Concerned About...

Discusses issues that women may be concerned about during pregnancy.

MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH VIDEO TAPES

Baby Blues

Childbirth Graphics. This video is very helpful when working with teens. It discusses the consequences of unprotected sex and STD's. Also discusses pregnancy options: pregnancy testing, abortion, and adoption.

Welcome To The World

Childbirth Graphics. This video discusses three different types of deliveries. Visual for all clients.

Video Birth Library Film #8--Pain Tolerance

Childbirth Graphics. Video directed toward teenage viewers. There are no explicit views of delivery. This video is especially good for use with immature clients who are very anxious about labor and delivery.

A Healthier Baby by Breastfeeding

Childbirth Graphics. Multicultural video that explains the healthy benefits of breast feeding. Can assist staff with breast feeding promotion and instruction.

Your Baby: A Video Guide to Care and Understanding

Childbirth Graphics. Demonstrates how to meet the basic needs of an infant. Could be used by staff during parenting classes or during home visits.

MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH

(SISTERFRIENDS PROGRAM)

PAMPHLETS

Indianapolis Birthing Project

Explains who is eligible to participate, the goal of the Indianapolis Birthing Project, and what services the Project has to offer.

MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH

(SISTERFRIENDS PROGRAM)

HANDOUTS

Indianapolis Birthing Project Littlesister (Pregnant Women) Program Guidelines

Outlines 8 guidelines the Littlesister must follow in order to be enrolled in the Sisterfriend Program.Also lists benefits the Littlesister will receive if she follows the guidelines.

Indianapolis Birthing Project Sisterfriend
Program Guidelines

Outlines 8 guidelines the Sisterfriend must follow in order to be enrolled in the Sisterfriend Program.

Indianapolis Birthing Project Program Summary (short version)

Provides an overview of the Sisterfriend Program.

Indianapolis Birthing Project Program Summary (longer version)

Provides an overview of the Sisterfriend Program.

“If Our Sister Came To You and Said “I’m Pregnant,” Would You Help Her...?

Asks women if they would be willing to help young sisters with various aspects of pregnancy.

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