Nondiscrimination Policy Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

To read our full Nondiscrimination Statement, click here.

Baby Steps

Treatments and Services

Every child in the Baby Steps program will have at least one appointment. This first appointment will include:

  • Evaluation of your baby’s development
  • Recommendations for services such as early intervention, speech therapy, etc.
  • Referrals to helpful outreach services (food stamps, WIC, early intervention, and housing)  

After the first appointment, you may have ongoing follow-up appointments with our team, based on your child's needs. These may include: 

  • Making sure your baby is meeting their nutritional needs
  • Feeding plans
  • Medical management for weight gain and/or diet
  • Occupational therapy, where your baby learns how to use their body
  • Support in accessing community services