Comprehensive Newborn Care and Education Resources from the Florida Department of Health

Congratulations on your new arrival! The Florida Department of Health is here to help support and guide you through the early stages of parenthood with a wealth of free resources, including programs tlored for new parents.

Early Steps Program:

Our Early Steps program provides essential services such as therapy, learning activities, and emotional support to infants and toddlers from birth to 36 months who have developmental delays or disabilities.

Healthy Start:

We offer Healthy Start, a home visiting initiative that supports expecting mothers and families of children up to age three by providing personalized education and care coordination.

WIC Program:

The Women, Infants, and Children WIC program offers nutrition assistance, including healthy foods, educational counseling on breastfeeding and proper nutrition, referrals for healthcare, community services, and more.

Childhood Immunizations:

Get a comprehensive overview of required vaccinations before children can enter childcare or school. We also provide resources for obtning immunization records and mntning your child's health through preventive care.

Newborn Screening:

For infants born in the hospital, our newborn screening program tests well-babies within 24 hours after birth to ensure they are free from certn life-threatening conditions. For those born outside a hospital setting, we recomm testing or arranging for it within one to two days post-delivery.

Florida Poison Control Center:

Stay informed about keeping your baby safe from harmful substances and toxins with our resources on poison prevention.

Bright Expectations Initiative:

This initiative supports individuals with unique abilities by providing guidance, resources, and inspiration to break barriers and achieve their highest potential despite lowered expectations.

2-1-1 Information and Referral Service:

Access 247 support for meeting essential needs like housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and crisis management through our comprehensive resource directory.

Florida Prepd Education Plans:

Secure the future of your child's education by locking in today's tuition costs with Florida Prepd plans. These programs enable you to prepay for college or K-12 tuition at Florida institutions.

Ordering Birth Certificates:

The Florida Department of Health offers three convenient options for obtning your baby's birth certificate:

• Ml-in Request: S your request to the local county health department.

• Online through VitalChek: Our approved vor provides secure, online access for ordering.

• In-Person at the Bureau: Visit our office in Jacksonville for immediate assistance.

To learn more about Florida Health across the state, explore our site which includes information on state leadership, county health department guidance, professional boards and committees, programs dedicated to public health improvements, accreditation detls, career opportunities within the Department of Health, meeting notifications, public records management guidelines, annual regulatory planning updates, certificate requirements for various professions, and more.

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Feel free to contact us directly with any inquiries through the provided phone numbers:

• Early Steps Program: 904-359-6900 ext. 9020

• Florida Department of Health - Bureau of Vital Statistics: 904-359-6900

We wish you and your family all the best as you embark on this new journey.

Last Updated: January 1, 2023
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