Oregon has become the first U.S. state to offer free nurse home visits to new parents. The program, based on a successful model in North Carolina, aims to provide much-needed support during the early weeks after birth. With positive early results, it’s a step toward healthier families statewide.
This program highlights a growing awareness in the U.S. of the struggles new parents face—especially when compared to other high-income countries. By addressing mental health and connecting families to resources early, Oregon is setting an example for other states to prioritize postpartum care.
Babies Don’t Come With Manuals–But in Oregon, They Now Come With a Nurse
From ER nurse to innovation expert, Dr. Dan Weberg is leading a movement to transform nursing. With a passion for change, he challenges the profession to rethink its future, embrace innovation, and seize its moment. Learn how he’s inspiring nurses to lead the way forward.
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