When you request

a home visit

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Ohio’s Home Visiting program is part of the Help Me Grow system of supports.

Baby on the way? Newborn at home?
Learn more about Ohio’s Home Visiting Program

Early experiences lay the foundation for life

Your baby’s early experiences shape the brain and create the foundation for success. That is why your baby’s early
years are so important!

a You set the time

a You choose the location

a You pick the topic

All parents want the best for their

TM	babies. Caring and professional home visitors connect you to information and

resources that support the health of

your baby and your entire family.

		

Support for pregnant women and parents of young children.

www.helpmegrow.org

a There is never any cost to you

To learn more, contact us at:

Phone:

Email:

Web:

Social:

1 (800) 755-GROW (4769)

hmgreferrals@helpmegrow.org

www.helpmegrow.org

www.helpmegrow.ohio.gov

@OhioHelpMeGrow

800.13

Parenting

The hardest and most important job in the world.

Home visitors provide caring support and reliable information on topics that matter to you. Whether it’s how to prepare for your delivery, how to soothe a crying newborn, or how to manage sleep (yours included!), your
home visitor will listen to your concerns and support you in making the best decisions for you and your baby.

To find a program near you, call us at 1 (800) 755-GROW (4769) or visit us online at helpmegrow.org

What happens during a home visit?

When you schedule a home visit

(at home, in the community, or virtually), you can talk about your concerns,
ask questions, and receive reliable information about topics like:

a Pregnancy

a Baby and child health

“I feel like they genuinely care for my son and I feel very comfortable with them being in my home. I wish I would’ve known about this sooner.”

—Parent who received Home Visiting

What is
Home Visiting?

Home visiting is a voluntary family support program offered throughout Ohio to promote healthy growth and development for babies and young children. Home Visiting is part of the Help Me Grow system of supports for pregnant women and families with young children.

Home visitors are well-trained professionals who support families without judgment and empower parents with the skills, tools, and confidence they need to nurture a
healthy pregnancy and baby.

a Breastfeeding a Nutrition
a Immunizations

a Child growth and development a Discipline
a Toilet training a Child safety
a Household safety a Local resources

Home visiting uses evidence-based programs and promising practices that improve the health of mothers, babies, and children.