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Cradle Monadnock: Free Home Visits for Families in the Greater Monadnock Region

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Cradle Monadnock: Free Home Visits for Families in the Greater Monadnock Region

Cradle Monadnock is a free home visit program from MCH’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare team. It supports families before and after childbirth with health checks, newborn care guidance, and connections to community resources. Enrollment is automatic for anyone giving birth at MCH who receives prenatal care through Monadnock OB/GYN.

Having a baby is one of the most significant moments in a family’s life. It can also be overwhelming, especially in those first weeks when you are learning to care for a newborn while recovering yourself.

Monadnock Community Hospital wants to help. Through the Cradle Monadnock program, families in the Greater Monadnock Region receive free, personalized support before and after childbirth, right in the comfort of their own home.

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Why This Program Matters

Access to care does not end at the hospital door. The weeks before and after delivery are a critical time for both the birthing individual and the baby. Postpartum health concerns, newborn care questions, and the need for community support often arise after families have returned home, and that is exactly where Cradle Monadnock meets them.

For families in rural New Hampshire, having a trusted healthcare professional come to you can make a real difference. Cradle Monadnock is designed to close those gaps, providing clinical support and human connection when families need it most.

What Is Cradle Monadnock?

Cradle Monadnock is part of MCH’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) program. Highly trained, board-certified community paramedics conduct home visits before and after delivery to support the health of both the birthing individual and the newborn.

These visits are not just clinical checkups. They are an opportunity for families to ask questions, get practical guidance, and connect with the resources that are right for them.

What Happens During a Visit?

During prenatal and postpartum home visits, the community paramedic will:

  • Check the health of the birthing individual, including blood pressure monitoring and postpartum depression screening
  • Conduct newborn weight checks and provide guidance on newborn care
  • Evaluate home safety, including safe sleeping practices and age-appropriate development
  • Connect families with community resources and social support networks
  • Offer practical advice and reassurance to help families navigate the early weeks with a newborn

Every family is different, and visits are tailored to meet each family’s individual needs.

A Collaborative Effort

Cradle Monadnock is made possible through a collaboration among several community partners, including Monadnock OB/GYN, The Birthing Suite at MCH, Monadnock Regional Pediatrics, Monadnock Behavioral Health, Monadnock Mobile Integrated Healthcare, The River Center, The Grapevine Family and Community Resource Center, and Home Healthcare Hospice and Community Services.

This network of partners means that if a family needs support beyond what the MIH team provides, there is already a connection in place.

When to Reach Out

If you have questions about the program or want to learn more before your baby arrives, do not hesitate to contact the MIH team.

Phone: 603-924-2615 | Email: MIH@MCHMail.org

You can also learn more at CradleMonadnock.org.

Cradle Monadnock is Monadnock Community Hospital’s commitment to supporting families not just during delivery, but through the full journey of early parenthood. Free, compassionate, and community-rooted, it is healthcare that comes to you.

If you are expecting or planning to give birth at MCH, your Cradle Monadnock visits are already waiting for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cradle Monadnock program?

Cradle Monadnock is a free prenatal and postpartum home visit program offered through MCH’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare team. Trained community paramedics visit eligible families at home to support the health of both parent and baby and connect families to community resources.

Is there a cost to participate?

No. Visits through the Cradle Monadnock program are provided at no cost to participants.

How do I enroll?

Enrollment is automatic for individuals who receive prenatal care through Monadnock OB/GYN and plan to give birth at MCH. You do not need to take any additional steps to sign up.

What if I opt out and change my mind?

If you initially opt out of the program, you can re-enroll at any time by contacting the MIH team at 603-924-2615 or MIH@MCHMail.org.

Do I need to live in New Hampshire to participate?

Yes. MIH is licensed to provide home visits only within New Hampshire.