Home visiting programs can help parents learn about their child’s growth and health, engage in activities that will encourage their child’s brain development, and connect families to other needed resources. They are shown to be good for both mom and baby. For more information on home visitation, click here.

For more information visit https://www.homevisitingla.org/ 

AMANI MEGGINSON 

What made you choose home visitation as part of your family plan? 

I was looking for in-home support to help with my children’s development and readiness for early education.

How did home visitation help you and your family?

It has helped my family and myself tremendously. Not only has it provided us with learning tools to help with my children’s education, but it has also given us bonus items that we needed to create a healthy home environment, as well as essential items that we need to maintain a healthy hygiene routine for the kids such as: pampers, wipes, body wash, lotions, etc.

Please share a story of one of your most memorable experiences during a home visitation appointment. 

One of my most memorable experiences during our home visit was during the holidays when our parent educator, Ms. Melissa, came to our house bearing many gifts. She had her hands full, as she was bringing in items such as furniture for the children's room, a stroller, bassinet, high chair, baby gate, an activity gym, all to help us prepare for the arrival of our newest addition to the family, my daughter Amala. I was extremely overwhelmed with emotions, being that I wasn’t able to work while pregnant with my daughter, so these items were much needed and appreciated!

One reason a family should consider using home visitation services is:

It provides you that one-on-one support and connection that you and your child need to assure that your little one meets all of his or her milestones.

HOME VISITING EDIRECTORY

The L.A. County Home Visiting eDirectory makes it easy for pregnant people and families with young children to get connected to free local parenting support services.

Whether it’s help with pregnancy and breastfeeding, tips on caring for a newborn, emotional support, or just navigating health insurance and finding free baby supplies – home visiting programs help families in so many ways! But with multiple models and eligibility requirements, and over 35 community organizations and hospitals that offer these services, how does a family know what’s available?

Just go to eDirectory.HomeVisitingLA.org, answer a few questions, and … well, that’s it. You’ll get a list of nearby programs, along with links and info on how to enroll.

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE TUTORIAL

As you prepare for the arrival of your baby, you may be trying to filter through a lot of parenting information.
Get personalized support from an early childhood specialist, registered nurse, or other trained professional during pregnancy and the early stages of parenthood.

This support is 100% FREE and available in the comfort of your home (or any other convenient location).
Visit eDirectory.HomeVisitingLA.org.

For more information visit https://www.homevisitingla.org/