Thanks to the Federally Employed Women’s Hoosier Hills who partnered with Crane Credit Union to assemble 30 baby baskets for first time mothers served through the IU Health Nurse Family Partnership.  Crane Credit Union generously sponsored the gift baskets and provided little piggy banks for each basket.  

 

These six-month baskets will help families prepare for their babies’ mobility.  During a home visit, nurses will talk with moms about safety in the home and deliver these six-month baskets that are full of babyproofing items, infant essentials -- like a soft toy, a book, baby wipes and shampoo – as well as a couple items to help pamper mom.  As always, the baskets also include a hand-written card from the volunteers, encouraging moms, and letting them know they are not in this alone. 

 

The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program pairs first-time moms with a personal registered nurse to offer education and support during and after pregnancy, up until the child is two years of age. These nurses help new mothers with everything from infant development to work-family balance to child safety.  

 

Thank you to everyone who helped with this event! It was a great success and the Nurse Family Partnership is looking forward to getting these out to their clients. 

 

Is your organization interested in volunteering or sponsoring baby baskets? E-mail info@monroeunitedway.org to get involved!