Grinnell College encourages and supports the academic success of pregnant and parenting (mothers and fathers) students. Grinnell College's non-discrimination policy specifically prohibits discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, or recovery therefrom.
Policies
Pregnant and Postpartum Recovery Student Policy
Please refer to the Grinnell College Policy, Procedures and Guide to Preventing, Reporting, and Responding to Sexual Misconduct and Other Forms of Interpersonal Violence to view the grievance process related to discrimination on the basis of the above-listed protected classes or contact the Title IX Coordinator:
Bailey Asberry
Nollen House, 1121 Park St.
641-269-4999
titleix@grinnell.edu
Resources for Pregnant and Parenting Students
Grinnell Regional Medical Center Parenting Classes
- Babies Room Parenting
- Breastfeeding Education
- Prenatal/Childbirth
- WIC Clinics
Grinnell Regional Medical Center Support Groups
- Breastfeeding
- Perinatal Loss
Grinnell Regional Medical Center Family Medicine and Obstetrics
UnityPoint Health – Grinnell Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic
Iowa Department of Human Services
This site provides helpful information related to:
- Childcare
- Child protection
- Child services
- Child support
- Financial assistance
- Food assistance
- Medical care
Mid-Iowa Community Action, Inc. (MICA) is a private, nonprofit organization serving children and families in central Iowa. Established in 1965 to serve children and families affected by the conditions of poverty, MICA provides early childhood, health, family development and housing services as well as community enrichment programs.
Poweshiek County DHS
By appointment only - Served by Jasper County office
717 5th Ave, Suite 6
Grinnell, IA 50112
P: 641-792-1955 or 800-342-0829
F: 515-564-4017
Poweshiek County Inter-Agency Resource Guide (pdf)
Iowa Quality Rating System | DHS
A voluntary rating system for child care provided in child development homes, licensed child care centers and preschools, and child care programs that are operated by school districts.
At-a-Glance
Office for Civil Rights Know Your Rights: Pregnancy and Parenting (pdf)
Comfort rooms on campus
- Old Glove Factory
- HSSC
- Mears Cottage
For access to a comfort room, please contact the Title IX Coordinator who can help facilitate use of comfort rooms on campus.
Contacts
There are many resources available for pregnant and parenting (mothers and fathers) students. For assistance in connecting with any of these resources, please contact one of the following:
Community Resources
Healthcare and Medical Resources
Kasey Herbers, Student Health and Wellness
Academic Resources
Autumn Wilke, Associate Chief Diversity Officer for Disability Services