Support Services
Support Services
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Whether you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, or have questions about your options, we are here for you.
Call us at (636) 464-8400 or make an appointment online.
Hand ‘n Hand is here to assist you with your decision to parent. We have several programs for which you may be eligible to attend.
Caring Hands Program
First time pregnancy test clients who test positive at our office are invited to participate in the Caring Hands Program. Caring Hands is a monthly class for the expectant mom or mom and dad. The class consists of 9 sessions meeting once a month. Each hour long session with the same Caregiver will include education on various topics pertaining to healthy pregnancy and infant care as clients prepare for the birth of their baby. Following each session, participants will receive a new baby item for their baby. At the completion of the program, participants will have received many new baby items as well as an infant layette prepared especially for them. This layette contains many items to help them prepare for baby’s arrival. In addition, participants will receive their selection of a larger infant item (car seat, crib mattress, swing, bouncie seat or pack-n-play). You are not alone through your pregnancy or beyond. Your Caregiver is there for you to offer guidance and emotional support throughout pregnancy and following birth.
Get Connected Group for Moms
Get Connected is a monthly meeting for all Hand ‘n Hand moms allowing them to meet other moms as they share the journey of motherhood. There are refreshments and a topic of discussion related to parenthood at each meeting. Get Connected is held the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Registration is required to attend this meeting. Childcare is provided for infants up to age 4
Maternity Clothing
As the need approaches, Hand ‘n Hand can provide clients with a variety of maternity clothing needs such as tops, pants, dresses, etc. throughout pregnancy.
Material Needs Assistance
At 4-6 weeks prior to birth, Hand ‘n Hand can provide an expectant mom with many items needed in preparation of caring for an infant, such as blankets, bottles and clothing items. In addition, there is a fully stocked warehouse filled with most items needed in providing for an infant. Following your baby’s birth, we can provide assistance with weekly needs such as diapers, wipes, formula, baby food and infant toiletry items. Clients can receive material needs assistance for their child from birth up until the child’s second birthday.
Community Referrals
Hand ‘n Hand has many partners in the community and can provide referrals to resources for needs such as medical, housing, financial assistance and social services.
Feeling Pressured?
You are the only one who can choose an option for your unplanned pregnancy. You should not allow anyone to force you into a decision. Our staff wants to support you as you explore your options. If you’re feeling pressured, visit Hand’n Hand Pregnancy Help Center first.
What others are saying about Hand'n Hand Pregnancy Help Center
What others are saying about Hand'n Hand Pregnancy Help Center
Questions & Answers
Our professional medical-grade lab quality pregnancy test can determine pregnancy the first day after your first missed period. We recommend you make an appointment if you have missed a period, have any pregnancy related questions, or think you might be pregnant.
After completing paperwork, you will meet with our medical professionals to go over your information and a pregnancy test will be administered. With a positive pregnancy test result, we will then confirm a living, intrauterine pregnancy via an ultrasound.
All our services are provided free of charge.
All you need is photo ID. If receiving a pregnancy test or limited ultrasound you will need to drink plenty of water to ensure you have a full bladder.
Absolutely, you can bring your boyfriend, family member or friend. We will talk with you privately first. Then provided you have given us consent to have them in the room, your guest will be able to join you. Please no children at this visit.