Reproductive & Sexual Health
Reproductive health is the physical, mental, and social well-being relating to the reproductive system during all life stages. This includes access to safe and effective methods of family planning, as well as the ability to make informed decisions about your reproductive health choices.
Reproductive Health
Period Guide for Girls - coming soon
- Full Spectrum Reproductive Care Guide | Spanish (TC)
- Reproductive Health Resource QR code video guide (TC)
- Medications for Opioid Use Disorder During and after Pregnancy - English & Spanish (TC)
Parents in Washington who are unable to care for their newborn may anonymously transfer their unharmed baby within 72 hours of birth to a qualified person at a designated drop-off location. No criminal charges will be filed for surrendering a baby under this law. Parents do not have to provide any identifying information. Call or text the 24/7 Hotline: 1-888-510-BABY(2229) for immediate support. In case of emergency, call 911.
Safety of Newborn Children Law | Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families
Family Planning
Family planning is the practice of deciding if, when, and under what circumstances to get pregnant and have a child. This includes deciding the number of children and the intervals between their births. It involves the use of contraception and other techniques to achieve desired family size and spacing of children. Family planning allows individuals and couples to make informed decisions about when to have children and how many children to have, based on their own health, economic, and social circumstances.
Contact our Parent Child Health Program at (360) 867-2500 or email PHSS_MCH@co.thurston.wa.us if you have additional questions