Reproductive Health
This module provides family support professionals with accurate information about male and female anatomy, conception, pregnancy planning and prevention, perinatal health and sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention. It equips family support professionals with information and strategies to talk with clients.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss sensitive topics in reproductive health
- Describe maternal and fetal health before and during pregnancy
- Describe how to educate clients about prevention and treatment of STIs
- List and describe available birth control methods
- Explain the importance of a Reproductive Life Plan for individuals and couples
- Recognize and address situations of reproductive coercion or other sexual abuse
- Author
- Early Impact Virginia
- Supplemental Materials
- Estimated Time to Complete
- 45 minutes
- Skills Addressed
- Family Health, Safety, and Nutrition Maternal health Prenatal nutrition Pregnancy risk factors Relationship-based Family Partnerships Respect and responsiveness Relationship building Positive communication Active listening Contraception Family planning Effective inquiry Collaboration Role of the home visitor Cultural and Linguistic Responsiveness Cultural competency Cultural identity
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