The Maternal Child Health (MCH) program at the One Arrow First Nation Health Centre supports pregnant women, families with babies, and young children. The program shares helpful information, connects families to services, and helps them learn how to care for themselves and their children. MCH works with other community programs to support healthy living, including prenatal care, Elder support, nursing services, and oral health. Some of these programs include the Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program (CPNP), the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) program, and the Head Start Program.
The MCH program works with the OAFN Health Centre Team to support children’s dental health through the Children’s Oral Health Initiative (COHI). This includes helping manage the program, keeping records, and promoting good dental habits. The goal is to help children build strong, healthy teeth and gums while supporting overall wellness in the community.