Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP)

What is Maternal Infant Health Program(MIHP)?
The goal of the Maternal Infant Health Program(MIHP) is to help you have a healthy pregnancy. A nurse, nutritionist, and a social worker will meet with you to provide teaching materials, help you find community resources, and solve problems. We also have nurses that will make home visits. Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP) is in addition to your regularly schedule visits with your doctor for prenatal care.

Am I eligible for the Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP)?
If you are pregnant and are eligible for either Medicaid or Healthy Kids, then you are eligible for the Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP). There is no charge for participation.

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Medical Arts Building 1322 E Michigan, Suite 220 PO Box 30480 Lansing, MI 48909-7980 517.364.2570 Hours of Operation Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - noon and 1 - 4:30 p.m.

Program Services Include:

• CATA bus tokens or paid mileage for doctor visits or other pregnancy related appointments.
• Help with personal problems that may complicate pregnancy.
• Prenatal teaching about your changing body and the growth and development of your baby.
• Childbirth education classes.
• Nutritional support and education.
• Newborn baby assessments.
• Infant growth and development teaching.
• Weights and measurements of your baby.
• Referrals to community resources, help in finding baby cribs, car seats, clothing, food, and housing.
• Support to stop smoking.
• Nurse home visits.

What are my responsibilities as a participant in the Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP)?

• Notify your MIHP team if you must reschedule a visit.
• Contact your MIHP team if you have a concern between scheduled visits.
• Keep prenatal appointments with your Doctor.
• Notify the office if transportation is a problem.
• Follow through with referral for other services.
• Attend childbirth education classes, if you choose to enroll.
• Notify your MIHP nurse when your baby is born.
• Notify your MIHP team if you move or change your phone number.

Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP) Brochure (PDF printable brochure)