The
Program targets high risk pregnancies but all pregnant women may enter the
program. ( All pregnant and breastfeeding women including mothers up to six
months - 1 year after the birth of the baby). Fathers are also welcome. The
Program targets high risk pregnancies but all pregnant women may enter the
program. ( All pregnant and breastfeeding women including mothers up to six
months - 1 year after the birth of the baby). Fathers are also welcome.
The
risk factors include adverse social, economic and physical circumstances that
contribute to developmental delays including low birth weight, social, health
and emotional problems, injury and disability.
Priority
is given to specific target groups:
-pregnant
women living in poverty
-women who are isolated and have poor accesss to services
-pregnant teens
-pregnant women who abuse alcohol, drugs, tobacco and other substances
-pregnant women living in violent situations
