Family home visiting is a voluntary, no cost service where a public health nurse visits a family to support them through pregnancy and the critical early years of a child's life. Home visitors connect pregnant people to prenatal care, educate families on healthy child development, and promote positive relationships that foster healthy growth. Visits can take place at the home, school, or other location in Carver County.

During pregnancy a public health nurse can: 

• Provide education and support on fetal development, breastfeeding, and nutrition.
• Support individuals in preparing for childbirth and delivery.

After delivery, a public health nurse can: 

• Offer support during postpartum recovery. 
• Provide infant weight checks.
• Offer lactation support from an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and/or a Certified Breastfeeding Educator.
• Provide continued education and support on infant growth and development, including key milestones and activities. 
• Promote a positive parent/child relationship and increase confidence in parenting skills.
• Connect families to community resources.

Please complete Carver County Public Health's Family Home Visit Referral Form to request a family home visit, or make a referral on behalf of someone else. A request for a family home visit can also be made by calling Carver County Public Health at (952) 361-1329.