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Healthy Women, Healthy Families

In New Jersey, Black and Hispanic mothers and babies are at higher risk of death. Black babies are three times more likely than White babies to die before their first birthday, and Black individuals experience higher rates of complications and death during pregnancy. Healthy Women, Healthy Families is dedicated to supporting healthy pregnancies, healthy babies, healthy families and healthy communities—for everyone. Services include:

 

  • Personalized One-on-One Support
    Community Health Workers help participants access resources and provide important health information.

  • Postpartum Doula Services (Camden and Atlantic City)
    Click here to learn about eligibility and complete our referral form.

  • Breastfeeding Support
    Click here to learn more about breastfeeding resources and support groups​

     

To join Healthy Women, Healthy Families, you must:

  • Be 15 years of age or older

  • Be pregnant or have a child under 3 years old

  • Live in Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester or Salem County

 

For information and enrollment, contact Connecting NJ. In Atlantic, Burlington, Camden and Cape May Counties, call 800-611-8326. In Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties, call 856-431-4180.

Breastfeeding Resources

Breastfeeding Resources and Support Groups

The Cooperative is proud to offer in-person and virtual support groups and resources.

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Breastfeeding Support Chat

This chat feature provides guidance, answers questions and offers encouragement.

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Breastfeeding & Brunch

Healthy Women, Healthy Families hosts in-person brunches and gatherings to support you on breastfeeding journey.

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NJ Supports Breastfeeding

Trusted, evidence-based breastfeeding information and statewide lactation support resources.

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Postpartum Doula Services Referral Form

Eligibility Requirements:

  • At least 15 years old

  • Live in Camden or Atlantic City

  • Are pregnant in your third trimester or have a child under 1 year old

Language preference
Are you currently pregnant?
Did you recently give birth?
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