Family resources
New parents resources
New parent resources in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill offering guidance, education, and local support.
Center for Child & Family Health
1121 W. Chapel Hill Street, Ste. 100 Durham, NC 27701
The Center for Child & Family Health offers Family Connects Durham, a free nurse home visiting program for all families with newborns in Durham County. A registered nurse visits around three weeks after birth to check on the baby’s health, the mother’s recovery, and overall family needs. Families receive personalized support and referrals to local resources, helping ensure a healthy start for every child.
🚘 Distance: 352.7 miles away
N.C. Cooperative Extension | Durham County Center
721 FOSTER ST., DURHAM, NC 27701
Welcome Baby is an organization in Durham, NC, offering resources and programs to support families with young children. Services include parenting classes (free, evidence-based courses for strengthening parenting skills), car seat safety classes (with instructions on safe installation and affordable car seat options), the Giving Closet (providing free clothing, baby items, and breastfeeding supplies), and Cribs for Kids® (offering safe sleep solutions with new Pack 'n Play cribs). Welcome Baby is dedicated to empowering families through practical support and education.
🚘 Distance: 352.8 miles away
Durham Mothers Club
Durham, NC
The Durham Mothers Club is a supportive network for mothers in Durham, North Carolina, and surrounding areas. Founded in 1988, the club focuses on friendship, support, and education. It offers a variety of activities, playdates, and resources to help moms connect with others, share information, and find community. With around 730 members, the club is inclusive and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Membership is open to all types of moms, from stay-at-home to working professionals, and financial aid is available for membership dues.
🚘 Distance: 353.3 miles away
Nurturing Durham | Empowered Parents in Community (EPiC)
Durham, NC
The Nurturing Durham offers a comprehensive list of local programs aimed at supporting families, children, and parents in the Durham area. These programs cover a wide range of categories, including early childhood development, parenting support, child care, mental health services, and more. Some featured programs include ABC (attachment building for families with young children), Book Harvest (providing free books for children), and Child First (supporting families to heal and protect children from stress). The organization aims to strengthen the community by connecting families to essential resources and services. You can explore various programs based on your specific needs and the services available in Durham.
🚘 Distance: 353.3 miles away