Information and Resources for Family Health and Wellness
Learning and Playing Together
Bernalillo County Home Visiting offers free, personalized support for families during pregnancy and early childhood. We provide accurate, easy-to-understand information to help caregivers make decisions that support their child’s development, safety, and emotional well-being.
Whether you’re preparing for birth or adjusting to life with a toddler, we’re here to offer guidance you can trust—at no cost. Services are available to families in Bernalillo County and nearby communities with children under five.
What We Offer
Families enrolled in home visiting programs receive:
- Weekly visits from trained home visitors
- Step-by-step information on pregnancy, postpartum care, and parenting
- Feeding support, including breastfeeding and formula guidance
- Tips for safe sleep and creating routines
- Help tracking developmental milestones
- Support with early behavior and emotional bonding
- Guidance on mental health, family stress, and caregiver well-being
- Direct referrals to health care, food programs, and education services
Every visit is based on your goals and needs. We follow public health guidelines and early childhood best practices—delivered in a format that’s easy to apply at home.
To ask questions or get started, you can contact us.
Topics Covered
Home visiting is designed to answer the questions caregivers ask most. Topics include:
- What to expect before and after birth
- Recovery and mental health support for new parents
- Breastfeeding techniques and formula prep
- When and how to introduce solid foods
- Understanding early milestones—rolling, crawling, talking, etc.
- Creating daily routines that help children feel secure
- Building strong attachment and communication
- Managing sleep struggles and toddler behaviors
- Childproofing and home safety basics
- Handling stress and finding time for self-care
Information is shared clearly and directly. We won’t overwhelm you with materials or make you follow a script. Instead, you’ll get useful tips and support that matches your child’s stage of development.
Why It Matters
The first five years are critical to a child’s brain development. During this time, consistent care, healthy routines, and early learning opportunities shape how children grow, think, and relate to others.
Families who receive early support are more likely to:
- Recognize developmental delays early
- Set up healthy daily routines
- Reduce stress and improve parent-child bonding
- Avoid preventable safety issues
- Access local resources before problems get bigger
You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit. Many families reach out for extra support, clarity, or just reassurance that they’re on the right track.
Who We Serve
We welcome:
New parents
Single parents
Grandparents or relatives raising children
Families with any income level
Caregivers of all backgrounds and family types
No referral is needed. Visits are available in English and Spanish. We meet you at home or another place that’s convenient. Services are built around your schedule and provided at no cost.
Support from home visiting programs is valued at thousands of dollars per year per family—but for you, it’s completely free.
How to Get Started
It’s simple to enroll. Fill out the brief interest form through our intake system, and we’ll help match you with the program that fits your child’s age, your location, and your preferences.
Once enrolled, you’ll receive weekly visits with a trusted home visitor. You’ll get reliable information, helpful tools, and consistent support that grows with your family.
If you’d rather talk to someone before enrolling, just contact us. Our team will respond quickly and help you take the next step.
Contact
Maria Elena Maestas
BCHVWG Coalition Coordinator
Our Number
505-459-0253
Our Email
coordinator@BCHVWG.com
