Pregnancy and Maternal Care

Parenting

Pregnancy Center of Central Iowa

Free and confidential pregnancy testing, counseling, information, practical assistance, & referrals. Earn While You Learn with Pregnancy, infant care & development, toddler, & parenting classes. “Money” earned can be spent in our store for diapers, infant and children’s clothing, maternity clothing, and baby equipment.

Keywords: pregnancy, pregnant, baby, items, parenting, maternal, prenatal, car seat, baby, infant. diapers, maternity, garage sale, children clothes

709 1st Ave. W., Suite 1
Newton, IA 50208
641-792-3050

Parenting, Parents as Teachers

Parents as Teachers (PAT) Short Years Partnership Jasper County location

  • Parents As Teachers (PAT) is an early childhood parent education and family support program that serves families with children from pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten. PAT services are available in Dallas, Madison, Warren, Jasper, and Marion counties. 
  • How does Parents as Teachers work? Personal visits, parent group connections, developmental screenings, and resource networks. 
  • To learn more Parents as Teachers - Jasper Co.
  • Parent Educators: Felicia Hazelton and Tracie Backstrom. 
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shortyearspartnership

Keywords: PAT, pregnant, prenatal, infant, parent, parenting, home visits, diapers, parent group, incentives, baby, toddler

709 1st Ave W, Suite
Newton, IA 50208
515-238-8170

Grinnell Regional Medical Center- UnityPoint Health

210 4th Ave
Grinnell, IA 50112
6412367511

Martha's House of Hope

Martha's House of Hope is a non-profit organization, founded by Roman Catholic individuals committed to providing shelter, life skills and hope to pregnant mothers and their babies; to strive for lives of self-reliance, a sense of service and the realization of their God-given dignity, regardless of their beliefs. Martha's House of Hope seeks to partner with people of all faiths who desire to support this mission with their prayers, time, talent and/or treasure.

PO Box 305
Ames, IA 50010
5153370618

MICA (Mid-Iowa Community Action) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program and Maternal Child Health programs

Mid Iowa Community Action MICA serving Jasper County. 

MICA Services in Jasper Co

  • Maternal and Child Health
  • I-smile (Dental)
  • WIC clinics in Newton & Colfax
  • 1st Five (for providers
  • FaDSS/Family Development
  • Child Care Consultant- Poweshiek/Jasper 

WIC: Pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding, infant, children up to age 5. 

WIC Times and locations:

Newton Salvation Army

  • 1st Monday of every month
    9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • 2nd Tuesday of every month
    10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.
  • 2nd Monday and Wednesday of every month
    8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Howard St. Christian Church in Colfax

  • 1st Wednesday of every month
    8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m

Keywords: pregnant, breastfeeding, breastfed, milk, WIC, postpartum, baby, infant

 

Keyword search: pregnant, infant, breastfeeding, breastmilk, new mom, postpartum, food, WIC, WIC coupons, formula, milk

1001 S. 18th Ave.
Marshalltown, IA
641-752-7162

Refugee Services

The Iowa Bureau of Refugee Services (BRS) is a federally funded office of the Iowa Department of Human Services and is charged with supporting the resettlement of refugees in Iowa. BRS works with a network of resettlement agencies (RA) across Iowa who do the bulk of the direct resettlement work with refugees.

Lucas Building 321 East 12th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
515-344-3675

Understanding Dads for Moms - Discover Hope

This is an 8-week class aimed at helping moms with the challenges of motherhood via improved communication skills, co- parenting, and understanding the father’s role in parenting. The class is sponsored by Children and Families of IA and facilitated by DH517 volunteers.

733 1st Ave. E.
Newton, IA 50208
641-841-0598

Young Women's Resource Center

The Young Women’s Resource Center provides a broad range of perinatal services for pregnant and parenting young women through the age of 24. At a time when young women can feel most alone or in need of help, the Young Women’s Resource Center can provide comfort and stability through its programs, resources, and groups. These programs are designed to equip the young mom or expecting mom with the skills to address the challenges of parenting so they can focus on its joys.

The Young Women’s Resource Center is not a medical provider, and we do not offer medical services. The YWRC is a private, independent organization and is not affiliated with any other organizations.

818 5th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
5152444901

OBGYN

Central Iowa OBGYN

As soon as you find out that you're pregnant, it is essential to do everything you can to make sure your baby grows safe and healthy. You should call and schedule an appointment with your OB/GYN immediately. We here at Central Iowa OB/GYN are always accepting new patients and are ready to get you started on a successful path.

Here at Central Iowa OB/GYN, we offer the complete package for comprehensive women's care. We provide contraception, obstetrics, menopausal and pre-menopausal care, pap smears, and of course, routine annual wellness checkups. We take the time to individualize all our care to your unique situation.

2501 WESTOWN PARKWAY, SUITE #1101
WEST DESMOINES, IA 50266
515-267-8300

The Iowa Clinic

Obstetrics & Gynecologic Specialties

No matter where you are in your health journey, our understanding team is with you every step of the way. Whether you're an adolescent or older adult, you can get the care you need close to home.

 

Clinics are available in:

Ankeny, Waukee, and West Des Moines

1410 Southwest Tradition Drive 2nd Floor
Ankeny, IA 50023
515.875.9290

West Des Moines OBGYN & Associates

What an exciting time in your life! Whether you’re trying to become pregnant for the first time or are expecting another child, you can depend on our quality and individualized obstetrics services. From preconception counseling to monthly check-ups and from birth to breastfeeding, both of our metro Des Moines OBGYN locations are equipped to help you all along the way.

We’ll always put your needs first and develop the appropriate care plan for you. With our team’s years of experience providing obstetrical care services, you can rest assured both you and your baby will be taken care of. Not only will we take care of your body but your mind as well.

Clinics locations:

Ankeny, Indianola, and West Des Moines 

4949 Westown Pkwy, Ste 140
West Des Moines , IA 50266
515.223.5466

Disclaimer: This information was provided by agencies in the community. It may not be all-encompassing and some information changes often. For Jasper County offices and contact information, browse our county directory.

Updates: If you have an addition or edit to our Resource Guide, please contact us at jaspercocares@jasperia.org.

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