Ask the Expert: Support for First-Time Moms: Inside DHR Health’s Nurse-Family Partnership Program

What is the Nurse-Family Partnership Program at DHR Health?

Since 2012, DHR Health Women’s Hospital has offered the Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP), a free community program designed for first-time moms who meet income eligibility requirements. Through this program, specially trained registered nurses visit first-time mothers in their homes, providing support from pregnancy until the child’s second birthday.

This program gives new moms the chance to build a relationship with a dedicated nurse who provides professional advice, parenting guidance, and resources to help families build stability and success. The NFP empowers mothers to give their children a healthy start and sets families up for brighter futures.

How does this program work?

Each participating mom is paired with a dedicated nurse who visits regularly to provide guidance on healthy pregnancy, child development, and positive health practices. Nurses also help moms set and achieve personal goals, such as continuing education or finding employment, and connect them to helpful community resources.

Why is the role of the registered nurse vital to this program?

Registered nurses in the program bring valuable healthcare expertise and experience for new, expecting mothers as they work to gain trust and confidence with each of their patients. Most importantly, the NFP nurse helps moms navigate emotional, social, and physical challenges, and empowers families to overcome barriers and build confidence as parents.

What are the benefits of this program?

Mothers in the NFP have experienced healthier pregnancies and babies, reached educational or career goals, and formed lasting bonds with their nurses. The program also provides a strong support system, personal attention, and resources that can improve a family’s future for generations.

In conclusion, the program provides expectant mothers with a relationship they can count on. Each NFP nurse is committed and compassionate with each of her clients, brings specialized healthcare knowledge, and spends time with each of her clients in the comfort of their own home. The NFP is about changing lives—for generations. For more information about the NFP, please call DHR Health Women’s Hospital at (956) 362-4198 or (956) 362-4190.

Dr. Efraim Vela, DHR Health Obstetrician & Gynecologist
2821 Michelangelo Drive Suite 202 Edinburg, TX 78539
To schedule an appointment, call (956) 362-5880
To learn more about women’s health services at DHR Health, visit https://dhrhealth.com/services/womens-health/

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