Become a First Born® Program
Discover a new approach to serving your community
In 2010, the RAND Corporation conducted a multi-year, randomized control trial research project evaluating the effectiveness of the First Born Program. The results of that evaluation, published in Pediatrics in 2016, showed significant health improvements for all participating families, regardless of background, socioeconomic status or education.
Having a First Born Program in your community increases family resilience and decreases poor health outcomes for babies and new parents.
Key benefits of the First Born Model:
Model training and program support offered virtually and in person, based on program needs, ensuring staff can easily receive model training
Curriculum available in Spanish and English
Information that new parents can trust
Curriculum regularly reviewed by Medical Director
Collaboration with and connection to community resources
Initial screenings for maternal depression, partner violence and infant and toddler development
Explore the 6 Steps to
Becoming a First Born Program
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