WIC offers tailored nutrition and care to pregnant people, breastfeeding and chest feeding parents, and those who have experienced a recent pregnancy loss. WIC provides resources and support to promote well-being and healthy future pregnancies. Families benefit from nutrition education and regular health appointments for each stage of pregnancy and beyond. https://www.myfamily.wic.ca.gov/Home/HowWICHelps
CalFresh is a grocery assistance program that offers low-income individuals and families a supplemental monthly benefit. CalFresh helps people buy the food they need when money is tight.https://www.foodbankccs.org/find-food/calfresh/
Free food is available near you! https://www.foodbankccs.org/find-food/foodbycity/
PREGNANCY AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DMCAH/Pages/Topics/Pregnancy-and-Reproductive-Health.aspx
The document titled "Trans affirming perinatal resources" is a curated compilation of materials and information designed to support transgender individuals during the perinatal period, which encompasses pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum phase. It includes resources such as healthcare provider directories, educational materials, support group information, and guidelines aimed at ensuring inclusive and affirming care for trans and non-binary people navigating reproductive health.
You can access the document here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1quehEJGFZBaDN_NebvY1QQ173-LS64U2I9kyfJLZiSo/edit?tab=t.0
Breastfeeding is the first step to a healthy life and forms a natural and lasting bond between mother and child. The more a mother breastfeeds, the greater will be the benefits to mother and baby. For this reason, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) highly recommends babies be fed only breast milk for the first six months of life. Breastfeeding together with healthy foods is recommended to continue as long as mother and baby desire. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DMCAH/Breastfeeding/Pages/General.aspx
MCAH believes all mothers, parents, babies, and families deserve to live their best lives. However, many pregnant people and new parents experience mental health challenges. Mental health support is an important part of dealing with life challenges and taking care of yourself. An emotionally healthy parent can have a stronger relationship with their baby, which supports healthy child development and family bonds. https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/eligibility/MCAP/Pages/Qualifying.aspx
MCAP stands for Medi-Cal Access Program.
It’s a California health insurance program that provides low-cost, comprehensive coverage for pregnant individualswho do not qualify for no-cost Medi-Cal, but still need support during pregnancy and postpartum. https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/eligibility/MCAP/Pages/Qualifying.aspx
Offers an outpatient drug treatment program for adult women who are pregnant, postpartum, or parenting. Provides childcare services on-site as part of treatment in order to allow clients to engage in treatment and learn parenting. Services provided include:
We are a judgment-free residential treatment program for pregnant, postpartum women, and women with children who are in recovery from substance use disorders. https://www.magnoliarecovery.org
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