Help for First-Time Moms

The Nurse Family Partnership program provides help and support during pregnancy for first-time moms.

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Nurse Family Partnership

If you’re having your first baby, you probably have a lot of questions. Nurse Family Partnership can help you get ready for the birth of your first child and give you the support you need to help your family flourish.

How it Works

Once you enroll, a registered nurse will visit you in your home throughout your pregnancy. They will continue to visit until your baby is 2 years old. Your nurse will help you:

  • Have a healthy pregnancy and baby
  • Become a better parent
  • Build a strong support network
  • Make your home a safe place for your baby to live and play
  • Get referrals for health care, child care, job training and other support services
  • Find ways to continue your education and develop your job skills

Fathers Can Participate Too!

We encourage fathers, family members and even friends to be involved in the visits and learn how they can best support you. You and your nurse decide who to involve.

Who Can Get Services

Any women who is:

  • Pregnant with her first child
  • On the Oregon Health Plan
  • Lives in Multnomah County

How to Apply

Call 503-988-3520. You're encouraged to enroll as early as possible in your pregnancy.

Refer a Patient or Client

Call 503-988-3520 or fill out our referral form»


Nurse Family Partnership Staff

Northeast Portland

Nurse Family Partnership staff
Left to right: Louisa Kaplan, Jen Harrison, Sherly Paul, Jeanne Arnold-Nisbett, Robin Nelson, Jen Gould, Thea Neal, Lori Koch, Eve Buchanan and Veronica Ericksen

East County

Nurse Family Partnership staff
Back row, left to right: Jazmine Bowles, Than Truong, LaVonne Rogers, Hattie Larrouy. Front row, left to right: Sarah Braxton, Rossana Tejada, Diane Drum, Sara Shim, Lauren Fries-Brundidge.

Contact Us

East County
600 NE 8th St
Gresham, Oregon 97030
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm

Northeast
5329 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, Oregon 97211
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm

Last reviewed date May 7, 2024