Ayuda para Embarazadas y Recién Nacidos
La Aventura de su Embarazo Comienza Aquí
Este es su punto de partida, el lugar donde encontrará información y apoyo a lo largo de esta aventura, desde el embarazo hasta la recuperación después del nacimiento y el cuidado de su recién nacido. Maryland Physicians Care está aquí para ayudarle a usted y a su bebé.
Aquí encontrará:
- Detalles sobre sus beneficios
- Recursos para el embarazo
- Consejos para la salud después del parto y para el recién nacido
Sus beneficios como miembro
Si está embarazada y tiene Medicaid a través de Maryland Physicians Care (MPC), puede obtener atención médica gratuita para usted y su bebé.
- Las visitas al médico no tienen copagos
- Los medicamentos con prescripción son gratis
- Extractor de leche gratis: Pídale al obstetra que le ayude a obtenerlo. Si necesita ayuda para obtener un extractor de leche, después de hablar con su obstetra, llame a Administración de la Atención de MPC al 800-953-8854..
- Asistencia de doula: Una doula entrenada puede ayudar durante el embarazo, el parto y el posparto.
- Asistencia de doula: Una doula entrenada puede ayudar durante el embarazo, el parto y el posparto.
Doula – Profesional capacitada (generalmente mujeres) que brinda apoyo emocional, físico y educativo a las personas durante el embarazo, el parto y después del nacimiento.
- Ayuda nutricional: Obtenga alimentos saludables y apoyo a través del programa Mujeres, Bebés y Niños (WIC) o el Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP).
- Aplicación Pacify: This free app allows you to connect with trusted doulas and lactation consultants who can guide you through every stage of pregnancy and postpartum.
- MyVirtualMPC: Provides 24/7 access to a doctor, no matter where you are.
- Need extra support? We’re here for you!
Our Care Management team helps you navigate your health journey-whether it’s pregnancy,postpartum care, or finding the right resources for you and your baby. We make it easier to manage your care, connect with providers, and access benefits.Call us at 1-800-953-8854 or fill out the form to get started.
Are you having a baby?
You may get free health care if you are not a U.S. citizen. Learn more about Healthy Babies Pregnancy and Postpartum Coverage here.
Your Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time in your life. Your body will go through many changes to help your baby grow. Once you learn you are pregnant, make sure to:
- Schedule an appointment with your doctor.
- Follow the do’s and don’ts to help keep you and your baby safe.
- Eat the right foods, choose healthy foods and avoid foods that may be harmful.
- Pay attention to your mental health.
- Learn more about what to expect when you are in labor.
If you are having a mental health crisis, please go to the nearest emergency room or call 9-8-8.
Participating Providers
Healthy Families America (HFA)
Address of Program – 12501 Willowbrook Rd, P.O. Box 1745, Cumberland, MD 21502
Phone: 301-759-5079
Email: angela.ellsworth@maryland.gov
Website: https://health.maryland.gov/allegany/Pages/PHPregnanWomenandChildren.aspx
Sinai Family Medicine Associates Home Visits Program
Address: 2401 W. Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215
Program Contact Name: Shelly Bray, Manager – Community Initiatives
Program Phone Number: 410-601-2174
Program Website: https://www.lifebridgehealth.org/community/community-health
Healthy Families Southern Maryland, a program of the Center for Children
6100 Radio Station Rd, PO Box 2924
La Plata, MD 20646
Phone: 301-609-9887
Email: healthyfamilies@center-for-children.org
Website: www.center-for-children.org
Request to Contact Form
Healthy Families Garrett County
1025 Memorial Drive, Oakland, MD 21550
Phone: 301-334-7720 or 301-895-3111
Email: debra.house@maryland.gov or maria.friend@maryland.gov
Website: https://garretthealth.org/healthy-families-garrett-county/
Referral Form
Healthy Families Harford County
Phone: 410-612-1779
Fax: 410-612-9181
Email: hchd.healthyfamilies@maryland.gov
Website: https://harfordcountyhealth.com
Referral Form
Program Information
Healthy Families Montgomery
640 E. Diamond Ave, Suite D, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Phone: 301-840-3233
Email: ruth.rivas@sheppardpratt.org
Website: sheppardpratt.org
Mary’s Center
Mary’s Center Home Visiting Program
8909 Riggs Road, Adelphi Maryland 20783
Phone: 844-796-2797
Email: fruiz@maryscenter.org
Website: www.maryscenter.org
Mary’s Center
Mary’s Center Home Visiting Program
8909 Riggs Road, Adelphi Maryland 20783
Phone: 844-796-2797
Email: fruiz@maryscenter.org
Website: www.maryscenter.org
Healthy Families Southern Maryland, a program of the Center for Children
6100 Radio Station Rd, PO Box 2924
La Plata, MD 20646
Phone: 301-609-9887
Email: healthyfamilies@center-for-children.org
Website: www.center-for-children.org
Request to Contact Form
Healthy Families Washington County
1302 Pennsylvania Ave., Hagerstown, MD 21742
Phone: 240-313-3270
Email: wchd.hf@maryland.gov (general inbox) and loan.vo@maryland.gov (program manager)
Website: https://washcohealth.org/wchd-programs/healthy-families/
Referral Form: Healthy Families Washington County Referral Form
Wicomico County Health Department
300 West Carroll St Salisbury, MD 21801
Phone: (410) 543-6942
Email: brandy.wink@maryland.gov
Website: wicomicohealth.org
Postpartum and Newborn Health
Your health and your baby’s health matter most in the weeks after birth. Maryland Physicians Care is here to help you every step of the way.
