My Family
Expectant & Parenting Resources
Teen parents
Being a new mother or father is extremely
challenging for people of all ages. If you
are expectant or parenting, there are lots of
resources to help you with decision making,
learning about your baby, and his or her
needs, and accessing services and resources
to support you. Do seek support as nothing
replaces having a trusted adult to talk to
about your decisions and concerns.
Your Health
Getting prenatal care early, eating well, taking
prenatal vitamins, staying away from drugs
and alcohol are all extremely important during
pregnancy! Practicing safer sex and planning
for your health, planned parenthood, and
sexual health are all important topics once
you are a parent.
Your Rights
You have rights as a parent, even if you are
in foster care. Nobody can “take your baby”
without cause.
Some information and legal resources include:
Your Choices
Discovering that you are about to become
a mother or father is pretty overwhelming.
Here are some resources to help you navigate
decisions and planning during a pregnancy, or
even after a baby is born:
