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PREGNANT WOMEN & FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN

Providing Education & Support To Pregnant Women & Families With Young Children

Free Pregnancy Tests

Saint Anthony Hospital Free Pregnancy Test

We offer free pregnancy testing at the Community Wellness Program for women who think they might be pregnant, or who need verification of pregnancy in order to apply for public health insurance.

No appointment is necessary for pregnancy testing.

Click here for list of Saint Anthony Clinic locations offering free pregnancy tests.

Prenatal Classes

Learn how to take care of yourself and your baby during pregnancy and after birth. Find out what to expect during labor and delivery. Take a tour of the hospital to prepare for your stay.

Classes are offered in English and Spanish at the hospital and at several locations throughout the community. This class is geared to pregnant women and their partners. Days and times vary. Pre-registration is recommended by calling (773) 484-1010.

Pre-Natal Class List / Location Flyer (In English) (PDF: 972 KB)
Clase Pre-Natal Lista / Volante (En Espanol) (PDF: 1200 KB)

First Time Moms Club

Meet other first-time moms and find support. Spend time talking about the joys as well as difficulties that come with being a new mom. Learn more about your baby’s development in the first year of life, ask questions and do fun activities with your new baby.

This is a drop-in group which meets every Tuesday from 9 am to 11 am at the hospital. The group is geared to first-time mothers and their infants up to 12 months of age. Bi-Lingual Spanish / English. No pre-registration required.

First Time Moms Club Flyer (In English) (PDF: 972 KB)
La primera vez que las madres Club Volante (En Espanol) (PDF: 1200 KB)

Interactive Play Group

Learn to support your toddler’s development and manage challenging behaviors. Strengthen your relationship with your child and have fun together doing activities in a safe environment along with other parents and children.

This group is a 12-week series in Spanish, offered four times a year. It meets on Thursdays from 9:30 am to 11:15 am at the Community Wellness Program. The group is geared to parents and their toddlers between 12 to 36 months of age. Space is limited, pre-registration is required by calling (773) 523-5079.

Parent Education Group

Discover parenting techniques that work with young children. Learn the parent's ABCs about positive discipline, how to reduce violence in your child’s life, and how to strengthen your relationship with your child.

This group is a 10 week series, offered in English and Spanish. The group is geared to parents with children under 8 years of age. Childcare is free, and available to participants, but pre-registration is required by calling (773) 523-5079.

Day, times, and locations vary.

Developmental Screening

Do you have questions about your child’s development? Do you sometimes wonder if he is developing “normally” for his age?

Receive an assessment of your child’s development. We will also give you ideas for supporting your child's development and suggestions for addressing concerns. We can also help you find more resources for your child.

Screenings are done free of charge and are available to children between 2 months and 5 years of age. To schedule and appointment please call (773) 523-5079.

	Community Wellness Program
	Saint Anthony Hospital Community Wellness Program 2826 West Cermak Road Chicago, IL 60623 (773) 523-5079 wellness@saintanthonyhospital.org Community Wellness Program Brochure / Folleto In English (PDF: 132 KB) En Espanol (PDF: 129 KB) Community Wellness Program Referral Form In English (PDF: 123 KB)

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