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Prenatal and Postpartum Substance Use Support
Prenatal and Postpartum Substance Use Support
If you're struggling with substance use, reaching out is a brave and important first step. Public Health Nurses are here to help, without judgement and with care. Whether you're looking for information, support, or a safe space to talk about your options, our nurses are trained to listen and guide you toward the resources that fit your needs. Let's take the first step together.
How can we help?
Home visits
Crow Wing County Public Health Nurses offer free visits—either at home or in an office setting—to provide education and connect you with helpful resources.
Prenatal, postpartum, & parenting education
Public Health Nurses offer expert support in many areas, including access to resources, nutrition guidance, infant feeding, child growth and development screenings, and parenting education. They’re here to help you and your family thrive—every step of the way.
Cannabis and other substances education
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, we’re here to support you with information about how substances—like cannabis, alcohol, and amphetamines—can affect you and your baby. Our goal is to give you the facts and help you make the choices that are right for you.
Click here to refer yourself today!
To send in a referral, just click the link above, fax us a referral form at (218) 824-1081, or email public.health@crowwing.gov
Prenatal Support Team
The prenatal support team consists of a variety of members from different community services departments to help provide the most person-centered care.
Our Goal: Provide support for parents and babies to create a healthier community.
Cannabis and Substance Use Prevention Education
Cannabis (THC)
Minnesota Department of Health: Cannabis Materials
What to Know About Cannabis for You, Your Baby, and Young Children
What you should know about using Cannabis, Including CBD, when pregnant or breastfeeding | FDA
Quitting Tips for Nicotine and Cannabis
Fentanyl and Opioids
Opioid Use Disorder and Pregnancy Education
Substance Use During Pregnancy | Maternal Infant Health | CDC
Methamphetamine
Methamphetamine Fact Sheet for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
What are Stimulants? Side Effects, Short and Long Term Risks | SAMHSA
Alcohol
About Alcohol Use During Pregnancy | Alcohol and Pregnancy | CDC
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder - MN Dept. of Health
Alcohol Use Disorder - Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Help | SAMHSA
Nicotine
Smoking, Pregnancy, and Babies | Overviews of Diseases/Conditions | Tips From Former Smokers | CDC
E-Cigarettes and Pregnancy | Maternal Infant Health | CDC
Find Help Quitting Tobacco, E-cigarettes, and Vaping | SAMHSA
Tobacco and Pregnancy Education
For Direct Care Providers
Cannabis Use During Pregnancy - Provider Fact Sheet
For more information, please contact us at the Public Health line (218) 824-1170 or email public.health@crowwing.gov