Maternal Child Health
At WIHCC Maternal Child Health, we provide quality prenatal care and comprehensive education to patients throughout the prenatal period along with support for women about their pregnancy and the opportunity for women to be active in their care. Our overall goal is to help women feel a greater sense of empowerment, confidence in themselves and the ability to care for their new baby and their family.
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MCH provides the following to our patients.
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In response to COVID-19, we will be providing educational links to help assist you as you adapt to this ever-changing environment, all Prenatal Education classes are no longer available in person.
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To ensure the health and safety of our staff, and to help lessen further spread of COVID-19, Winslow Indian Health Care Center has implemented the practice of social distancing and staff have shifted to working remotely. During this unprecedented time, we remain vigilant in being a resource for expectant parents and families. Please do not hesitate to contact the Maternal Child Health Department at (928) 289-6265.
We are asking patients to limit their guest to ONE adult or if you could come alone to your appointment and wear your mask!
We are asking patients to limit their guest to ONE adult or if you could come alone to your appointment and wear your mask!
Covid 19 Vaccine and Pregnancy
Pregnant and recently pregnant people are more likely to get severely ill with COVID-19 compared with non-pregnant people. If you are pregnant, you can receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy can protect you from severe illness from COVID-19. If you have questions about getting vaccinated, a conversation with your healthcare provider might help, but is not required for vaccination.
You can find more information about Covid 19, your risks and benefits from the Covid-19 vaccine on the CDC website by clicking here.
If you would like to speak to someone about COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy, please contact MotherToBaby. MotherToBaby experts are available to answer questions in English or Spanish by phone or chat. The free and confidential service is available Monday–Friday 8am–5pm (local time).
To reach MotherToBaby: Call 1-866-626-6847 OR Chat live at mothertobaby.org
You can find more information about Covid 19, your risks and benefits from the Covid-19 vaccine on the CDC website by clicking here.
If you would like to speak to someone about COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy, please contact MotherToBaby. MotherToBaby experts are available to answer questions in English or Spanish by phone or chat. The free and confidential service is available Monday–Friday 8am–5pm (local time).
To reach MotherToBaby: Call 1-866-626-6847 OR Chat live at mothertobaby.org
Resource: CDC website 6/29/21 https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/vaccines/recommendations/pregnancy.htm
Does your child need a Car Seat?Child Passenger Safety Seats Education Program The child restraint and car seat safety educational class is offered to children who reside within the service area of Winslow Indian Health Care Center. Car seats are distributed to parents/guardians and prenatal patients in completion of the Child Passenger Safety Seats (CPSS) education class. Classes are taught by certified Child Passenger Safety Seat Technicians. Call to make an appointment (928) 289-8013 or (928) 289-9775 Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. (MST) Medical Office Building (MOB) Conference Room 3 - Car seat education
- Quiz - Bring your Child and vehicle for installation - parent involvement - Child has to be present for proper fitting; Height & Weight - Car seats in use can be checked Certified Car Seat Technician; Stop by to get your car seats checked**Mask required at all times and social distancing practice**
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Office of Environmental Health
(928)289-8013 (928)289-9775 Steps Required for Car Seats
1. Watch Video2. Take Test
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Testimonials
I enjoyed learning from the videos, the pregnancy handbook and one on one teaching about the benefits of breastfeeding; Along with all the pamphlets available to me. This is my first baby and I was determined to educate myself about the stages of pregnancy and the care of my newborn. It’s important to develop confidence and to be ready for the arrival of a new baby.” |
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Breastfeeding Benefits
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Breastfeeding is best for your baby, and it's good for your health, too. It's the perfect baby food and contains immunity boosting antibodies and healthy enzymes. Some benefits to breastfeeding are, protects against allergies and eczema, less upset of stomach, diarrhea, contipation over formula, lessens the risk of SIDS and most importantly brings baby close to you. But it's not always easy, at WIHCC we can help you overcome those hurdles and become successful at breastfeeding. For Breastfeeding services stop by Room 215 on the second floor in the old main clinic building or call Noreen Barton for appointment.
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Prenatal Education Class Schedule
We will be offering our prenatal parents eClasses, sign up contact MCH staff at (928) 289-6265.
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Please be advised, due to the COVID – 19 Outbreak, WIHCC Maternal Child Health will Cancel all remaining Prenatal Classes until further notice. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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As you are waiting for you new baby to arrive, get the most out of your health care visits, learn as much as possible about your pregnancy and life with your new baby. Come and join us every Thursday for prenatal classes and learn Traditional and Cultural enrichment for expecting parents, Breastfeeding your newborn, Stages of Labor and Breast is Best.
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Information From the CDC about Covid-19
If you have possible or confirmed COVID-19: 10 things you can do to manage your COVID-19 symptoms at home
Other Resources
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Stanford Medicine: Getting Started with BreastfeedingWe strongly endorse breast milk as the optimal nutrition for newborns.
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Reach Out & Read
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BreastFeeding: GOING BACK TO WORK
Other Websites resources
WIHCC Resources
Prenatal Staff
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Dave Ferguson, M.D
MCH Director Mardi Sanchez, RN, BSN, CLC MCH Coordinator: (928) 289-6103 Lexine Nez, R.N. PED Case Manager: (928) 289-8148 |
Noreen Barton, CBC
MCH Program Tech: (928) 289-6265 MCH fax: (928) 289-8047 Breastfeeding Hotline Available 24/7: (928) 386-3439 |
