Healthy Families in Outagamie County

Free Support for You and Your New Baby

Welcoming a new baby is exciting — and sometimes overwhelming. Outagamie County Public Health is here to support you every step of the way. We offer free and low-cost services to help your family stay healthy, safe, and supported.

Whether you’re pregnant, recently delivered, or caring for a new baby, you are not alone.

Postpartum Recovery Resources

Your health matters, too.

The weeks and months after birth are a time of healing and adjustment. We can connect you to:

  • Postpartum nurse home visits

  • Mental health and postpartum depression screenings

  • Breastfeeding support and lactation referrals

  • Resources for physical recovery after birth

  • Support groups and community programs

  • Referrals for medical care and counseling

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself — reach out. Help is available.

Call Outagamie County Public Health at (920) 832-5100 to learn more

 

Safety & Prevention

Keeping your baby safe is a top priority. We provide education and resources on:

  • Safe sleep (ABCs: Alone, on their Back, in a Crib)

  • Preventing illness in infants

  • Home safety tips

  • Lead poisoning prevention

  • Preventing shaken baby syndrome

  • Water safety and injury prevention

Our team can answer your questions and provide free educational materials.

Immunizations

Vaccines protect your baby from serious diseases.

Outagamie County Public Health offers:

  • Childhood immunization clinics

  • Information about recommended vaccine schedules

  • Support for families without insurance

  • Help reviewing your child’s immunization record

Staying up to date helps protect your child — and our community.

Schedule an appointment today

Nutrition & Breastfeeding Support

Healthy nutrition helps your baby grow and thrive.

We offer:

  • Breastfeeding education and support

  • Lactation consultation

  • Introduction to solid foods education

  • Growth and nutrition assessments

WIC – Women, Infants & Children Program

WIC is a free supplemental nutrition program that provides:

  • Healthy foods

  • Breastfeeding support

  • Formula feeding guidance

  • Nutrition education

  • Referrals to other health services

Pregnant individuals, new moms, infants, and children under age 5 may qualify.

See if you qualify for WIC
Or call (920) 832-5109 to talk with our staff.

Child Development

Every child grows at their own pace — but knowing what to expect can help.

We provide:

  • Developmental milestone information

  • Early childhood screenings

  • Referrals to Birth to 3 services

  • Parenting resources

  • Guidance if you have concerns about speech, movement, or behavior

If you ever wonder, “Is this normal?” — we’re here to talk.

See if your child is hitting their developmental milestones

Car Seat Installation & Checks

Car seats can be confusing — but they save lives.

Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians offer:

  • Free car seat installation checks

  • Education on proper car seat use

  • Guidance on when to move to the next seat

  • Help finding low-cost or free car seats (if eligible)

Schedule a car seat check

 

 

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