07/20/2026
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Here are some of the biggest benefits families receive by participating in the ETSU Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program:
Why Choose ETSU Nurse-Family Partnership?
๐คฐ A Personal Registered Nurse
* One dedicated nurse to support you from pregnancy until your child turns 2 years old.
* Your nurse gets to know you, your goals, and your familyโs needs.
๐ก Convenient Home Visits
* Nurses come to you, making it easier for busy families and eliminating transportation barriers.
๐ถ Healthier Pregnancy & Baby
* Education on prenatal care, nutrition, labor, breastfeeding, infant safety, and child development.
* Support for healthy birth outcomes and early childhood development.
โค๏ธ Parenting Confidence
* Learn age-appropriate parenting skills.
* Understand your babyโs milestones and developmental needs.
* Build confidence as a new parent.
๐ฏ Support Beyond the Baby
* Assistance with education, employment, life goals, budgeting, and planning for the future.
* Connections to community resources when additional help is needed.
๐ฒ Completely Free
* There is no cost to eligible families. The program is funded to provide support at no charge to participants.
๐ Evidence-Based Results
Research has shown families participating in Nurse-Family Partnership experience:
* Fewer preterm births for mothers who smoke.
* Reduced child abuse and neglect.
* Fewer emergency room visits for children.
* Better child development outcomes.
* Increased maternal employment and self-sufficiency over time.
Serving Families Across Northeast Tennessee
ETSUโs Nurse-Family Partnership serves eligible families in Carter, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Greene, Hamblen, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, and Washington counties.
A Simple Message for Outreach
Your journey into parenthood doesnโt have to be walked alone.
With ETSU Nurse-Family Partnership, youโll receive:
* ๐ Your own registered nurse
* ๐ Personalized support through your childโs second birthday
* ๐ Parenting education and encouragement
* ๐ Help reaching your personal goals
* ๐ Connections to valuable community resources
* ๐ All at no cost for eligible families
Healthy Moms. Healthy Babies. Stronger Families
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