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Parenting & Family Support
Support for Every Stage of the Parenting Journey
Parenting is rewarding but can also bring challenges along the way. Whether you are planning your family, preparing for the birth of your first baby, or parenting a child, these programs and services provide support for every stage of the journey. Families can access practical tools that reduce risk, promote healthy development, and connect them with the resources needed to thrive.
Your Partner in Planning Parenthood or Prevention
Pitt County Public Health offers affordable, confidential family planning services to support your reproductive health, wellness, and future goals. Our team helps individuals of all ages and genders make informed decisions—regardless of income or insurance status.
Whether you're preventing pregnancy, planning for one, or learning more about your reproductive health, we’re here to help. We also connect you with OB-GYN providers, maternal health programs, and trusted local resources for long-term support.
What We Offer
- Birth control counseling and prescriptions
- Pregnancy testing and counseling
- Preconception and reproductive health education
- Access to long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), including IUDs and implants
Confidential and Compassionate Care
Services are delivered in a respectful and private setting. Adolescents may receive care without a parent or guardian, as allowed by North Carolina law. Our team supports your choices with dignity and care.
Accessible and Affordable
We accept Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay. Fees are based on income, and no one is turned away due to inability to pay.
Learn more or Schedule an Appointment Now
Call 252-902-2300
Comprehensive Pregnancy Care and Education
The Health Department encourages early and ongoing prenatal care to support a healthy pregnancy and positive birth outcomes. Pregnancy testing is available, and a wide range of care and support services are offered for both first-time and high-risk pregnancies. The focus is on promoting healthy outcomes for parent and child through education, support, and personalized care.
Services may include prenatal clinic visits, home visiting programs, parenting support, and childbirth education classes. These programs provide guidance on pregnancy, labor and delivery, newborn care, safe sleep, and local resources to help families feel prepared and supported.
Staff will meet with you to review your pregnancy and health needs. Together, you will decide which programs are the best fit and how you prefer to receive support. This personalized approach ensures that you receive the most appropriate services for your situation.
Parenting Education and Family Resources
After pregnancy and childbirth, families enter a new stage of growth and learning. Education and support programs are offered to help parents and caregivers feel confident as they care for their infants, children, and teens. These resources focus on building healthy routines, encouraging development, and reducing risks during early childhood and beyond.
Programs include:
- Triple P – Positive Parenting Program: Practical, research-based strategies for raising confident and resilient children. Support is available for parents of children from birth through age 17, with options ranging from short seminars to in-depth sessions.
- Cribs for Kids: Eligible families may receive a Safe Sleep Survival Kit that includes a portable crib and supplies, along with safe sleep education to reduce the risk of infant sleep-related deaths.
- Safe Sleep Education: Guidance on creating a safe sleep environment for infants, including sleep position, crib setup, and reducing risks in the home.
- Additional Parenting Resources: Connections to parenting classes, support groups, and community programs that help families navigate the challenges and joys of raising children.
Our team will work with you to connect your family to the resources that best fit your needs and preferences, ensuring ongoing support through this important stage of life.