Most expectant parents first come into contact with the CJG through the pregnancy interview. If we notice that there are still more questions and uncertainties after this conversation, Prenatal Solid Parenting offers more support. Youth nurse Filomena Grootveld comes across all kinds of things during home visits. ‘Some expectant parents are unsure about the practical matters and especially want help with that. Others are concerned about their new role as a parent, for example because they had a bad childhood themselves. They want to know: how do I prevent the past from repeating itself?’
Attachment during pregnancy
An average home visit lasts about 1.5 hours and parents determine the content of the conversations. A common topic is the bond between parent and child. Filomena: ‘You can already build a good bond with your child during pregnancy. But for many expectant parents, that feels a bit strange. For example, they know that they can talk to the baby, but they ask me very practically: ‘What should I say?’ Then I give some ideas and think about what feels good. When I ask during the next home visit whether it was successful, I usually see a beaming face.’
Growth process
‘Not all expectant parents complete the 4 home visits and that is not necessary,’ explains Filomena. ‘But when I can look back on a longer process with them, I always think it is important to emphasize the progress. During a learning process you often forget to think about the steps you take, but I emphasize this to parents. Then I say: do you remember how you dreaded this? And look what you have accomplished now!’
Good support, even after birth
Being well prepared for the arrival of your child provides security. But many parents also understand: then it only begins. ‘That is why we also pay a lot of attention to the personal network in the conversations. Who can parents rely on when the baby arrives?’ says Filomena. ‘But anyone who needs supportive conversations with us after birth can effortlessly progress from Prenatal Solid Parenting to Solid Parenting. We then keep our finger on the pulse in another 6 to 10 conversations. This way we have regular contact until parents can continue on their own.’
Additional help is always possible
As mentioned, the target group for Prenatal Solid Parenting is very broad. In fact, anyone who is expecting a first child and has parenting questions is eligible. Filomena: ‘Some parents have more challenging living conditions than others. If there are multiple problems in a family, precaution is sometimes a better option. The youth nurse then visits once every two weeks for more intensive support.’
More information
If a pregnant woman lives in a municipality that has purchased Prenatal Stevig Ouderschap, you can register her via the pregnancy interview.
Pregnancy consultation registration point
2024-04-05 12:18:06
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