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Mercury
At room temperature, metallic mercury is a shiny, silver-white liquid. Breathing in vapors of metallic mercury can cause health effects.
Milk Supply
Suggestions to increase milk supply and to keep yourself nourished while breastfeeding/chestfeeding.
Populations of Focus
Low-income adults and those with mental health and substance use disorders have higher rates of tobacco use – and greater impacts on their health and quality of life.
Pregnancy and Childhood
Dental health is especially important for pregnant people because the bacteria that cause dental decay can be spread from mom to baby unknowingly.
Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS)
Vermont PRAMS For the Health of Mothers and Infants Vermont PRAMS (Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System) is an ongoing survey of Vermont mothers who recently gave birth. PRAMS is a research study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Prepare for Success
Prepare for breastfeeding/chestfeeding success before your baby is born and get a good start during the first days.
Resources for Educators and Providers
The Division of Maternal and Child Health is committed to health and well-being before, during and after pregnancy.
Resources for Health Professionals
Through good nutrition, WIC helps ensure optimal health outcomes for pregnant people, new parents, and families with infants and young children.
Separation
There are resources available to continue breastfeeding/chestfeeding when you are separated from your baby when returning to work or school.
Skin-to-Skin & Latch
Skin-to-skin and good latch help with breastfeeding/chestfeeding and bonding in your baby's first days.