Pregnant and parenting

Helplines
Pregnancy counseling and prenatal care
Teen parent program
Housing
Support and support groups
Parenting classes/workshops
Parent-child activities, storytime opportunities and play groups
Childcare and preschool
​Helpful websites

For more information about pregnancy, prenatal health, parenting and resources, visit ParentHelp123 or The Parent Trust for Washington Children.

 

Helplines

Baby Blues Connection

Call/text 1.800.557.8375

For pregnant and postpartum people and their partners experiencing depression, anxiety or adjustment-related stress. Trained volunteers, many of whom have struggled with these feelings themselves, offer support resources and strategies for combating postpartum blues.

Boys and Girls Aid (24/7)

Call/text 1.503.542.2333

Pregnant people can call and speak to a live person. Social Workers will meet with the pregnant person and discuss the options of making a parenting plan, an adoption plan or an abortion plan. They also counsel partners of pregnant people as to their rights. All services are free.

Brief Encounters

1.503.334.2564

Support for pregnancy/infant loss. This is a message phone only. Volunteers will attempt to return your call within 48 hours and help you access the resources you need if you live in the greater Portland area.

Family Help Line

1.800.932.4673

Parents, caregivers, professionals, family and friends can speak to live parenting coaches for individualized support, information and referral, parenting education and techniques, and assistance with stress reduction and advocacy. Open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

Office on Women's Health Helpline: Breastfeeding support

1.800.994.9662

Talk to breastfeeding peer counselors who can answer your breastfeeding questions in English or Spanish, support you through breastfeeding challenges, and connect you with other resources to help if needed. Open 6 am to 3 pm PST, Monday to Friday.

Postpartum Support International (24/7)

1.800.944.4773
Text: 1.971.203.7773

You will be asked to leave a confidential message and a trained and caring volunteer will return your call or text. They will listen, answer questions, offer encouragement and connect you with local resources as needed.

Text4Baby

Text baby to 511411

Receive help through pregnancy & baby’s first year.

 

Pregnancy counseling and prenatal care

Birthright

214 E 17th St, Vancouver
360.694.8156

Free pregnancy testing; information on pregnancy, childbirth, prenatal development and healthcare; parenting skills, resources for child care and child safety; maternity and infant clothing; referrals to medical, financial, housing, legal aid and employment resources and professional counseling; adoption referral and/or help in making a plan for yourself and your baby.

First Steps Maternity Support Services (MSS) and Infant Care Management (ICM)

Sea Mar Community Health Centers
​701 E. Main St., Battle Ground
360.213.1340

19005 SE 34th St., Vancouver
360.213.1340

14508 NE 20th Ave, 3rd floor, Vancouver
360.892.0208

2018 Grand Blvd., Vancouver
360.852.9092

7410 E. Delaware Lane, Vancouver
​360.852.9092

1702 "C" St, Washougal
360.356.2068

Covers a variety of services for pregnant people and their infants and is available as soon as you find out you are pregnant. Services include: prenatal care, delivery, post-pregnancy follow-up, dental care, one year of family planning services post, newborns receive one year of full medical, maternity support services, infant case management, childbirth education, expedited eligibility determination, outreach, transportation, interpreter services, and expedited alcohol and drug assessment and treatment services.

Nurse-Family Partnership

360.397.8440

Free program for people pregnant for the first time. You must be less than 28 weeks pregnant to enroll. You’ll meet up to once a week with a nurse at a place of your choice and you will learn about pregnancy, becoming a parent, and reaching goals you set for yourself, like finishing school, finding a job and living on your own. You can continue receiving services until the baby’s second birthday.

Options360*

3700 Main St., Vancouver
360.567.0285

Pregnancy testing, limited ultrasound, education and unconditional support for pregnant people. The clinic does not provide prenatal care, infertility evaluation and treatment, abortions or referrals, nor do they sell or distribute birth control.

Pathways Pregnancy Clinic

2926 "E" St, Washougal
​360.834.2829

Free pregnancy testing, limited ultrasound, pregnancy confirmation and community referrals as needed, parenting resources, childbirth education classes and Baby and Me groups. Diapers, baby formula and food, maternity and baby clothing and furniture for anyone in need.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

Sea Mar Community Health Centers
​701 E Main St, Battle Ground
360.687.7126

2018 Grand Blvd., Vancouver
360.397.8459

1702 "C" St, Washougal
360.726.6733

For pregnant people, new and breastfeeding parents, and children under 5. WIC offers nutrition education, breastfeeding support, monthly checks for healthy food, health screenings and referrals.

Visit our Health Care resources page for more agencies that offer prenatal health care and health care after the baby is born:

Health Care

 

Teen parent program

Graduation Reality and Dual Role Skills (GRADS)

Evergreen Public Schools
360.604.3700 ext. 8802
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Vancouver Public Schools
360.313.4400

Helps pregnant teens and young parents stay in high school through graduation. The program helps pregnant and parenting teens work toward the healthiest pregnancy possible, learn and apply positive parenting skills, explore career and work options, set goals toward balancing work and family, and delay subsequent pregnancies.

 

Housing

Vida's Ark

1311 E Reserve St, Vancouver
360.695.3681

Provides a safe and supportive home to young mothers (ages 18-24) while teaching them life and parenting skills. Offers resources such as children’s clothing, shoes, diapers, baby food, toys, books, infant furniture and hygiene products. Also provides referrals to parenting/life skills class, counseling, and other community agencies.

 

Support and support groups

Baby and Me Group

Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
Conference Room C&D
2211 NE 139th St, Vancouver

Join an expert parent educator and other new parents for this weekly drop-in gathering where you can discuss baby care, growth, resources, feeding challenges, parenting, returning to work, mother wellness, relationship issues, postpartum adjustments, safety, sleep and more.

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs

Center for Community Health - Clark County Public Health
​1601 E Fourth Plain Blvd, Building 17, Vancouver
360.907.6918

Provides public health nurse support and linkage to community resources for families who have children, birth to 18 years, with a chronic health condition.

Early Head Start

Educational Services District 112
​2500 NE 65th Ave, Vancouver
360.952.3466

Free comprehensive child and family development services for income-qualifying pregnant people and families with infants and toddlers ages birth to 3 years. Home-based service delivery with weekly home visits by a qualified Family Service Specialist, parent-child play groups twice per month, parent education, leadership opportunities, and coordinated referral services. Serves Battle Ground, Hockinson, La Center, Ridgefield and Vancouver school districts.

Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT)

Educational Services District 112
​2500 NE 65th Ave, Vancouver
360.750.7507

Free developmental screenings for all children, age 0-3, along with an informational meeting for parents to discuss their concerns with a Family Resources Coordinator. If referred to Early Intervention, families choose a provider to work with to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan. All services are designed to enhance the child’s development in natural settings.

PeaceHealth Southwest Health Education Center: Support groups

Locations vary. Check website for location, contact information and times.

Baby Blues Connection 
Support for parents experiencing postpartum depression.

Mothers Share Support Group 
A support group for the new parent and their baby.

 

Parenting classes/workshops

1-2-3 Grow and Learn

360.952.3363

Groups meet weekly at multiple elementary schools for families with children birth to age 5. Parents and caregivers learn effective techniques for fostering school readiness skills, such as building literacy and social skills. Children experience structured group activities with focused parent-child time. Also learn how to build positive relationships with school staff.

Pregnancy and Parenting Education Classes at Legacy

Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
2211 NE 139th St, Vancouver

Lots of classes available both in person and online, including classes for childbirth prep, newborn essentials and breastfeeding, first-time grandparents, Baby and Me, comfort and coping for labor, returning to work, and more.

Children's Home Society

Children's Home Society - Vancouver Family Resource Center
309 W 12th St, Vancouver
360.695.1325

Children's Home Society - East County Family Resource Center
​​1702 "C" St, Washougal
360.835.7802

Attachment Vitamins
Establish specific skills needed to support your child’s healthy development while learning how to protect against toxic stress. ​Class is for parents of children ages 0-5. The class is 90 minutes a week for 10 weeks. Space is limited.

Incredible Years Parent Training
Understand how to build a positive relationship with your child.

Triple P Parent Coaching
Simple and practical strategies to help you confidently manage your child’s behavior, prevent problems and build strong, healthy relationships.

PeaceHealth Southwest Health Education Center: Childbirth and Parenting

600 NE 92nd Ave, Vancouver

Different classes and support groups available, including support for people experiencing postpartum depression, car seat safety information, childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, baby care, waterbirth, and more.

Where We Live

360.696.0167

A four-week series of workshops for adults who want to learn skills to increase safety for children. Learn how to identify behaviors and tactics of potential perpetrators, effective ways to address suspicious behaviors and tools for comfortably discussing safety and bodily integrity with children.

 

Parent-child activities, storytime opportunities and play groups

Fort Vancouver Regional Library District

Locations vary. Check website for location, contact information and times.

Storytimes and kids programs offered free at all library locations. ​

Playgroup at Firstenburg Community Center

Firstenburg Community Center
700 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver
360.487.7001

Playgroup provides a space for kids to run, play, jump and climb in our gymnasium, while parents can meet and socialize with each other. Playgroup is open to kids ages 9 months to 6 years old. Small fee.

Play and Learn

​360.992.9205

Early learning plays a big role in school success. Play and Learn is a program for parents and children ages 0 to 5 years old. You and your children will participate in fun, age appropriate activities. You will have a chance to learn more about how early brain development and ways you can encourage your children to develop the skills they need. Join us for snacks, crafts and activities.

 

Childcare and preschool

Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program

Educational Services District 112
2500 NE 65th Ave, Vancouver
360.952.3466

Free full-day preschool to qualifying families at multiple locations.

Educational Opportunities for Children & Families (EOCF)

17800 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Suite 150, Vancouver
​360.896.9912
Enrollment: 360.567.2720

Free preschool programs (for children ages 3-5) and home visiting programs (for pre-natal to age 5) to qualifying families. Full day childcare provided for families participating in the Working Connections Child Care subsidy program who have children ages 1 month to 5 years. Applications accepted year-round.

 

Helpful websites

I'm pregnant. Now what?

American Pregnancy Association: Teenage pregnancy

Learn how to make an informed decision about your pregnancy based on your values and circumstances by considering some questions to think about. Also learn about the complications and risks of a teenage pregnancy and how to minimize those risks. Also learn about how to maintain your emotional well-being during teenage pregnancy.

The Bump: Pregnancy week by week

A week-by-week view of how big the fetus is (compared to the size of random fruit of course), what symptoms you might be experiencing, what's going on with your belly, what might show on an ultrasound, and a checklist of some things you should consider doing at each stage in your pregnancy.

How do I tell people I'm pregnant?

American Pregnancy Helpline: Pregnant Teen

Learn some tips for telling your parents and your partner that you're pregnant, learn about your options, and more.

My partner is pregnant. Now what?

Young Men's Health: Becoming a father

Learn how you might feel when finding out you’re going to be a parent, how you can help during the pregnancy, what your role might be in your baby’s life (including some questions to think about), what your rights are, what your responsibilities are, and how you can provide for your child.