The JOINT NEW PARENTS SUPPORT PROGRAM HAWAI'I, sponsored by
Tripler Medical Center, can be contacted at Pager 569-9815. The
program is a family-oriented home visitation program for expecting and new
parents. It offers a comprehensive support system for mothers-to-be,
new mothers, and family members, to include parenting classes, support groups,
and individual consultations.
Pregnancy, childbirth, and a new baby in
the home make a lot of changes in lifestyle, which can be very
tiring. For most young families a mother, grandmother, aunt, sister
or close friend can relieve some of the pressures by being there to answer
questions and lend a helping hand. That support often is not
available to military families who are stationed far from home, or just arriving
at a new duty station. A home visitor is a friend who calls on
families-to-be or families adding a new member. She will be your
"friend in need" and be there to help you take care of yourself and your new
baby.