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MBNS is a monthly benefit provided to eligible low income pregnant
women and families with children under the age of one, to assist
with the extra cost of eating healthy during pregnancy and
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Health professionals advise that eating a healthy diet during
pregnancy and access to health information is extremely important
for pregnant women. This healthy diet and continued access to
community resources and information is also important throughout the
child's first year.
For this reason, the Department of Human Resources and Employment
introduced the Mother Baby Nutrition Supplement (MBNS) in 2001.
The MBNS is a monthly benefit provided to eligible low income
pregnant women and families with children under the age of one, to
assist with the extra cost of eating healthy during pregnancy and
throughout the child's first year. Pregnant women and families are
eligible if their family net income is under $22,397 annually. The
program also provides referrals to community resources and
distributes information brochures.
"Hundreds of low income pregnant women have taken advantage of
the Mother Baby Nutrition Supplement, and we encourage more to
apply," said Human Resources and Employment Minister Ralph
Wiseman. "Our goal is to provide this supplement to as many
eligible pregnant women and families in need of financial assistance
as possible as part of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's
commitment to the well-being of children and families."
Minister Wiseman went on to say: "While the increase in the
number of women and families now receiving the MBNS is encouraging,
there are still a significant number of eligible pregnant women and
families who have not applied for the pre-natal portion of the
supplement. I strongly encourage all eligible pregnant women and
families to apply for this benefit."
Pregnant women and families, whether or not they are receiving
income support benefits, can apply for the Mother Baby Nutrition
Supplement through the Department of Human Resources and Employment
by calling toll-free 1-800-508-4788.
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Nexus
DEFINED
A connected group or series; a bond, a connection.
Nexus is
published quarterly for Newfoundland and Labrador's physicians. It is a forum for
the exchange of views, ideas and information for members.
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