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First Born Program
Happier Healthier Babies
Northwest New Mexico First Born program is a home-visiting program serving families in McKinley and San Juan Counties.
Our Mission is: “Our community supports the health and wellness of first born babies by building strong relationships with families.”
Our Vision is: “Happy, Healthy Babies.”
One of the important components of our program, aside from the great curriculum that was developed specifically in New Mexico, is that we rely strongly on “community support.” “Formal support” comes from schools, medical clinics, recreational programs, libraries, churches, clubs, cultural and community organizations. We also encourage our families to explore their “informal support.” These are best friends who are there to listen to us, our families who will babysit or help with grocery shopping or running errands, and most of all, our grandparents, who love us and our babies unconditionally, who hold our family history, who remind us and teach us our traditions.
Our families have the best of both worlds, a home visitor who assists parents in setting and meeting their goals to be the best parents possible, and encouragement to connect with supporters that will enhance their family and their baby’s development and happiness. Our services are voluntary, free, and have no income requirements. The best time to enroll is prenatally to up to two-months of age for the baby. You can call us for more information at (505) 863-8850.
Northwest New Mexico First Born Program
McKinley and San Juan Counties Home visiting services for first time parents and families. Parenting is a Difficult Job!
If you decide to become a parent, it will be the most important job you’ll ever have. We bring you information, support and education on all your pregnancy, birthing, infant/child development and parenting questions. Our services are no cost and voluntary. Best time to enroll is at least 6 months before birth to 2 months after the birth.
