Healthy Beginnings
Compassionate, coordinated support for pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and early parenting—so families in North Central Massachusetts don’t have to navigate their journey alone.
Health Beginnings connects expecting and new parents to medical care, nutrition supports, childcare resources, and essential services that help families start strong. Through personalized support, education, and strong local partnerships, we make it easier to access what you need—when you need it—so you can focus on your health, your baby, and your next steps.
About the Healthy Beginnings Program
The Healthy Beginnings Initiative is a program supporting pregnant people and families in North Central Massachusetts. We help connect families to important services like medical care, nutrition support, childcare, and social programs, so that everyone has the resources they need to start strong.
We focus on practical, client-centered support, working closely with local partners to make sure families can access help when they need it. Healthy beginnings matter, and our goal is to make them possible for every family.
Our Services
Health Beginnings helps families access care, resources, and education during pregnancy and early parenthood—connecting you to the support you need in one place.
Perinatal Navigation & Care Coordination
One-on-one support to help you make a plan, schedule appointments, and connect to the right services during pregnancy and after birth. We help coordinate across providers and programs so nothing falls through the cracks.
Healthcare & Community Connections
Connections to clinics, prenatal and postpartum care, and low-cost or sliding-scale medical services. We also help connect families to doulas and other community-based supports when available.
Education & Workshops
Education & Workshops
Bilingual, interactive workshops on prenatal care, parenting skills, nutrition, mental health, and more. Sessions are designed to be practical, supportive, and easy to engage with—helping families build confidence and knowledge.
Family Supports & Essential Resources
Help accessing WIC, SNAP, and other benefits, along with connections to food programs, childcare resources, housing and utility support, transportation assistance, and baby essentials. We also connect families to social and emotional supports, including peer networks and mental health resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the Healthy Beginnings Initiative?
Anyone who is pregnant or within 6 months postpartum living in North Central Massachusetts and could use support accessing services.
Is there a cost to join the program?
No. The program is completely free.
What kind of services does the program offer?
We connect families to healthcare, nutrition assistance, childcare resources, housing support, financial benefits, transportation help, social and emotional support, and educational workshops.
How do I sign up?
Send an email to HBI@mocinc.org with your name, best way to reach you, and a brief message stating you’re interested. A team member will follow up to guide you through the process.
Do I need to provide documentation to join?
No specific documents are required to join the program. The information you provide is only used to connect you with services and support. Your participation is safe, confidential, and private.
Can I participate in workshops even if I’m not currently receiving other services?
Yes. Workshops are open to anyone in the community who wants to learn about prenatal care, parenting, nutrition, and other topics.
How do you ensure privacy?
All information you share with the program is confidential. We only use it to connect you to services and support.
Our Impact
Healthy Beginnings is a new program of Making Opportunity Count! Our goal is to connect 75 families to care, resources, and education—helping reduce barriers and create stronger starts for parents and their children.
Location Information
Healthy Beginnings
49 Nursery Lane, Suite 201
Fitchburg, MA 01421
Tel: 978-345-7040
Email: HBI@mocinc.org
Services Provided
- Perinatal Navigation & Care Coordination
- Healthcare and Community Referrals
- Workshops and Educational Sessions
- Benefits and resource connections
- Transportation and access support
Have questions? Need help? Let’s get in touch.
We’re here to answer any questions you have. Just reach out, and a Making Opportunity Count employee will be happy to chat about how our organization can support you.
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