Children First is a voluntary program for first-time moms where a specially trained public health nurse will make home visits throughout a pregnancy up until a baby is 2 years old, at no charge, for those who qualify.
Data show outcomes of moms who participate in the program carry their baby to full term, initiate breastfeeding, keep their baby up to date with wellness exams, and complete all immunizations by 24 months.
To recognize the past and present Children First staff, clients and advocates, a celebration took place on Oct. 6 at the Strata Tower at Oklahoma Commons Outdoor Pavilion, pictures of event are shown below with Children First Nurses from Canadian, Garfield, Kingfisher, and Logan County Health Departments. Those who attended and spoke at the event included keynote speaker Dr. David Olds, former legislators Ben Brown and Ben Robinson, Commissioner of Health, Keith Reed, and others.
Currently, there are approximately 79 nurse home visitors and nurse supervisors who are spread out across the state in 46 counties. For more information about Children First or eligibility for the program visit, https://fal.cn/3t6DJ.
Or call:
Canadian County Health Department El Reno (405) 262-0042 |
Yukon (405) 354-4872
Garfield County Health Department (580) 233-0650
Kingfisher County Health Department (405) 375-3008
Logan County Health Department (405) 282-3485
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