Maternal & Child Health

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Supporting you through pregnancy, birth and through the years


The first years of a child’s life involve periods of rapid growth and development, playing a crucial role in long-term health outcomes. The World Health Organization has set a goal, working with partners to end preventable deaths of newborns and children under 5 by 2030. If all countries were able to meet this goal, a predicted 11 million lives would be saved. Research shows that the health of a newborn is directly related to pregnancy and postpartum health outcomes for the mother. The Health and Well-Being Team is focused on improving the health and well-being of New Hampshire families from pregnancy, birth and beyond.   

Programs

We offer a variety of programming to help support you in all areas of maternal and child health. Check out these resources to see what programming we can bring to you!

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Feeding Infants During a Formula Shortage

Many parents are, rightfully, concerned about the formula shortage right now and are looking for solutions to get through this dangerous time. Although it is tempting to find homemade recipes, it is NOT recommended to make your own formula. Infants are still building their immunity and are a high-risk population, thus food poisoning and kidney damage are a real danger for them. UNH Extension’s Healthy Living Program Manager and Registered Dietitian, Kate Graves, shares these recommendations for families: Read More

Articles

Reusable water bottles are popular for their environmental benefits, but they can harbor harmful bacteria if not cleaned properly. While single-use pl... Learn More
Older adults need more protein than younger individuals to maintain muscle mass, strength, and overall health, yet up to 71% of them don’t meet daily ... Learn More
Many Americans start their day with coffee, primarily for its caffeine, a natural stimulant that boosts alertness and mental energy. While moderate ca... Learn More
Tuna is a nutrient-rich seafood that can be part of a healthy diet, but its safety depends on factors like mercury levels and individual health status... Learn More
Seed oils like canola, soybean, and sunflower are often labeled as “toxic” or “inflammatory,” but scientific evidence doesn’t fully support these clai... Learn More

Resources

This guide offers simple meal and snack planning tips, encouraging a mix of food groups for balanced nutrition. Meals should include at least three fo... Learn More
A list of Community Health Workers, congregate dine-in meals, to-go premade meals, food boxes, food pantries, farmers markets, food vouchers/EBT, hous... Learn More
SNAP-Ed is more than just a program. It serves as a vital support system for New Hampshire organizations and communities working to become stronger, h... Learn More
UNH Extension Nutrition Connections FY24 SNAP-Ed Impact Report. Learn More
Our Farmers are Struggling, Farmer mental health challenges can result in loss of life, reduced ability to perform farm duties, lowered farmer quality... Learn More
2023 Health & Well-Being Team Highlights
Several programs were offered across the state engaging adults, teens and youth in health and well... Learn More

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