Better Birth Outcomes (BBO-C)

Better Birth Outcomes (BBO-C) is a free program that offers 1:1 support to pregnant and postpartum individuals along with their newborn infants through the first 6 months of life.

Services include: 

• at least 1 head-to-toe nursing assessment completed on mother and infant at the beginning of care 
• prenatal through infant education: teaching mothers how to stay healthy during pregnancy, how to be ready for labor and delivery, and how to keep new babies healthy with well-child visits and immunizations
• ongoing support and connection to local resources 

Better Birth Outcomes Provide

• One-on-One Support - Caring guidance from pregnancy through your baby's first six months.
• Pregnancy & Postpartum Education - Learn about nutrition, your baby's growth, and what to expect.
• Connections to Resources - Links to programs and services to make your transition to parenthood easier
• Safety Practices - Learn tips to keep you and your baby healthy before, during, and after birth.
• Guidance on Preparing Your Home for Baby - Create a safe, cozy space for your little one.

Eligibility

Who is Eligible?

Those wishing to join BBO must meet all of the following requirements:

• Pregnant or postpartum individuals up to six months after birth and/or infants up to six months after birth
• Household income less than 200% federal poverty level
• The presence of at least one risk factor as noted in the Vulnerability Index

Vulnerability Index

• previous preterm, low birth weight, or infant loss
• high blood pressure, diabetes, or other health concerns
• current/recent tobacco, alcohol, or drug use, or are in recovery
• housing instability, domestic violence, or DCFS involvement
• a baby with special medical needs or born very small/early

Additional Kendall County Health Department Services for Moms & Babies

APORS (Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Reporting System) Program

Regular visits with a registered nurse after your baby is born and up to six months to ensure mom and baby are healthy.

WIC (Women, Infants, & Children) Program

Supplemental nutrition program for:

• Pregnant Women
• Breastfeeding Women
• Infants
• Children up to age five

VFC (Vaccines for Children) Program

• Vaccines for eligible kids from birth to 18 years of age.
• Designed for underinsured or uninsured families.

If you are pregnant and feel that you could benefit from the BBO-C program, please call 630-553-9100 to speak with a member of our staff or scan the QR Code below to request a staff member contact you.