Maternal and Child Health

Grand Forks Public Health provides state and federal programs designed to improve the health and safety to families in Grand Forks County.

Nursing and Nutrition Supportive Services include: 

Breastfeeding Support       

  • Community - promoting breastfeeding as a social norm
  • Home - helping moms reach their breastfeeding goals by providing referrals to qualified lactation providers
  • Work - assisting businesses in creating policies and work sites that are supportive of breastfeeding employees
  • Childcare - assisting home and center childcare facilities to create an environment where a baby's right to breastmilk is a priority

Child Passenger Safety 

  • Car seat education

Presentations and Education

  • Training and educational opportunities related to maternal and child health