Resources in Region 8
Community resources are always changing and updating. Keeping these resources updated is an ongoing initiative. If you have a resource to add or amend, please scroll down and send us a message!
For additional information and resources, call 2-1-1 or visit https://www.helpmegrow-mi.org/
Resources by County
Birthing Hospitals in Region 8
Ascension Borgess
County: Kalamazoo
Address: 1521 Gull Rd Kalamazoo, MI, 49048
Phone: (269) 226-5927
Website: Click HERE
Corewell Health Lakeland-Niles
County: Berrien
Address: 31 N. St. Joseph Ave. Niles, MI 49120
Phone: (269) 683-5510
Website: Click HERE
Three Rivers Hospital
County: St. Joseph
Address: 701 S. Health Parkway Three Rivers, MI 49093
Phone: (269) 278-1145
Website: Click HERE
Infant Feeding Support in Region 8
(These resources are listed by the county they are located in. Many times, even if you do NOT live in the county, you can STILL ACCESS the resource!
Whether it’s the bottle, breast, or a little of it all, feeding your baby can be tough. Get some support! Check out these resources!
Bronson Battle Creek Breastfeeding Center
300 North Ave, Suite C4213
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 245-8586
Click HERE for more info
Calhoun County Health Department-WIC
315 West Green Street
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-0700 (general phone)
(269) 832-0659 (Breastfeeding Warm-line, text or call 24/7)
Click HERE for more info
Milk Like Mine
233 Roosevelt Ave
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 234-5908 (general phone)
(269) 280-2669 (text or call 24/7)
Click HERE for more info
Garcia Consulting and Lactation Services
(269) 358-8335 (phone)
(833) 448-3274 (fax)
Click HERE for more info
Health Education Resources in varying languages
Arabic
(العربية)
Click below for multiple flyers in Arabic, including:
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“Choosing a Healthcare Provider for your baby”
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“Prenatal Care”
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Multiple breastfeeding topics
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“Cesarean Delivery”
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“Safety with Car Seats and Booster Seats”
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“When should I call my baby’s doctor?”
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“Diabetes and Pregnancy”
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Health problems in pregnancy
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“Safe Sleep for your baby”
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“High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy”
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Multiple infant and newborn topics
Health education videos in Arabic will be added soon!
Haitian Creole
(Kreyol ayisyen)
Click below for multiple flyers in Haitian Creole, including:
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“Choosing a Healthcare Provider for your baby”
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“Prenatal Care”
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Multiple breastfeeding topics
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“Cesarean Delivery”
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“Safety with Car Seats and Booster Seats”
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“When should I call my baby’s doctor?”
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“Diabetes and Pregnancy”
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Health problems in pregnancy
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“Safe Sleep for your baby”
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“High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy”
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Multiple infant and newborn topics
Health Education Videos
Urgent Maternal Warning Signs
Have concerns about your health? Click below for information about urgent maternal warning signs. If you’re feeling unwell, please check in with a healthcare provider.
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Dizziness or fainting
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Headache that won’t go away or gets worse over time
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Thoughts about hurting yourself or your baby
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Changes in your vision
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Fever
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Trouble breathing
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Chest pain or fast beating heart
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Severe belly pain that doesn’t go away
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Severe nausea and throwing up (not morning sickness)
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Baby’s movements stopping or slowing
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Vaginal bleeding or fluid leaking during pregnancy
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Vaginal bleeding or fluid leaking after pregnancy
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Swelling, redness, or pain of your leg
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Extreme swelling of your hands or face
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Overwhelming tiredness
Additional Helpful Resources
Poison Control
1-800-222-1222
Mother To Baby
Information and support about medication and exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Call: 1-866-626-6847
Text: 1-855-999-3254
Chat: (online) www,mothertobaby.org
National Suicide Hotline
1-800-273- 8255
*Click HERE for perinatal mental health resources