Becoming a new parent can be overwhelming. But LSI Early Childhood Services walk beside Iowa parents of young children every step of the way.
Our Services
HOPES Home Visiting
Available to parents during pregnancy until their child is 5 years old. We’ll support your family with parenting strategies, activities to help your child meet milestones, community resources, and more.
HOPES Support Conversations
From wondering “Am I pregnant?” to asking “What do I need to know?” to questioning how to put together a crib, we are here to talk through your pregnancy questions and provide support. Through virtual and in person one-on-one sessions, we can help you prepare for labor, create a birth plan, explore healthy pregnancy tips, connect to local resources, and more*.
*LSI is not able to offer medical advice.
HOPES Villages
At LSI, we know it truly takes a village. We’re here to help you find your village as you prepare for the birth of your baby and when they are born. Our HOPES Villages are support groups for new and expectant parents offered both virtually and in-person.
HOPES Heroes
Not sure how to install a car seat? On the lookout for a doula? Our HOPES Heroes* are compassionate staff members trained in various skills and are able to help with car seats, doula services, lactation, and in crisis childcare situations.
*HOPES Heroes are not available in all counties
To get in touch and learn more about our programs, please fill out our contact form. An LSI team member will respond to you soon.
Contact UsHOPES programs are modeled after Healthy Families America and Parents as Teachers.
HOPES programs are funded by a variety of organizations.
OUR IMPACT
When your family thrives, your whole community thrives!
That’s what we believe at LSI.