Services

Community Cradle strives to improve the health and well-being of the women, children and families of the Greater Capital Region through educational programming and resources for both consumers and providers.

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Preconception: Healthy Life Styles, Folic Acid, Quit Smoking, and More

Whether this is your first attempt at becoming pregnant, or you are hoping to conceive your second, or subsequent baby, there is plenty you and your partner can do right now to improve your own health, and ensure a healthier environment for your baby to develop and grow...

Pregnancy/Prenatal Care

Prenatal care is the health care you receive before your baby is born. Women who start prenatal care early in their pregnancies tend to have fewer problems, and deliver healthier babies. Prenatal care includes regular check ups with your provider to monitor the health of you and your baby...

Postpartum Care: Your Care, Your Baby's Care & Postpartum Depression

To give your best to your baby, you need to take care of your own health needs first.

We will help you learn more about your new baby, and how to care for him/her. Also, learn where you can get FREE immunizations for your child.

The "baby blues" are very common, starting suddenly on the third or fourth day after delivery. Ask for and accept help from others. However, if you are feeling extremely sad and are concerned about your feelings please discuss it with your health care provider and/or look for support groups...

Healthcare: Insurance Information and Health Clinics

You and your family members can apply for several public health insurance programs: Medicaid, Healthy New York, Family Health Plus (FHP), Child Health Plus (CHP), Prenatal Care Assistance Program (PCAP/MOMS), Family Planning Programs, and other free medical service for uninsured adults...

Just for Teens

Being a teenager is not always easy. Having someone you can talk with, who will listen to you, and really cares about you can make tough times easier...

Father Pages

Finding out that you are going to become a dad can be an exciting and confusing time. Becoming a father demands dedication, passion, and support. Men bring remarkable expertise and affection to the parenting process, and are critical to the health and well-being of their families...

Childcare: Daycare Information

When you choose a child care provider, your decision affects the quality of your daily life and the quality of your child's early development...