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Research
Theory of Change
First Born® and More is a universal home visiting model for any family expecting or raising young children. The relationship-based, family-centered model supports caregivers in strengthening relationships, building community, and achieving their most-valued goals. The model provides a strengths-based, culturally sensitive approach for creating a positive and accepting home visiting environment where caregivers and home visitors partner together to foster child development, safety, and school readiness. In this environment, caregivers can explore the joy of learning with their children; build knowledge and confidence in parenting; and cultivate self-advocacy skills. Home visitors also support child and caregiver health by sharing reliable information and resources. Overall, First Born® and More aims to enhance the well-being of children and families by promoting sensitive, responsive, and engaged parenting.
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Connecting Families with Community Supports
Heinz H and Breidenbach A. UNM Cradle to Career Policy Institute.
ReadHome Visiting for First-Time Parents
Kilburn MR and Cannon JS. The Future of Children, Vol. 29, No. 1, Universal Approaches to Promoting Healthy Development 2019:81-98. Princeton University
ReadHome Visiting and Use of Infant Health Care
Kilburn MR and Cannon JS. A Randomized Clinical Trial. 2017;139(1):e20161274
ReadWhat the Dismal Science Has to Say About Investing in Children
The Economics of Early Childhood Policy. Kilburn MR and Karoly LA. Santa Monica, CA: RAND Corporation, 2008.
ReadExploratory Story of the Outcomes of a Home Visiting Intervention
Strengthening Families With First-Born Children. de la Rosa IA, Perry J, Dalton LE, Johnson V. Research on Social Work Practice. 2005;15(5):323-338. doi:10.1177/1049731505277004
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The nation’s 10 Most Innovative and Exemplary Prevention Programs
In In 2002, the First Born Program was named one of the nation’s 10 Most Innovative and Exemplary Prevention Programs by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) and collaborating agencies.
Evaluation by RAND Corporation
The RAND Corporation also completed an evaluation of the program and found statistically significant improvements in health outcomes.
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For further information about research, contact the model office at firstborn@sfcc.edu.