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Services: Pregnant Women & New Parents

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Medical Care for Pregnant Women

If you’re pregnant or gave birth in the past two months and are eligible for Medi-Cal, we’re here to help you get medical care, prenatal vitamins, health education, nutrition services, help with family, financial and personal issues, all for free.

To apply, contact any of the care providers listed below. If you don’t have health insurance, they can help you apply for coverage too.

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Nurse-Family Partnership Program

Nurse-Family Partnership Program

Are you pregnant with your first child and living in San Mateo County? We’re here to support you in raising happy, healthy kids.

The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program can help you get health insurance, stay in or go back to school or get a job, learn how to raise healthy kids and prevent illness, connect you with other community resources and more, all for free. We offer services in English, Spanish, Cantonese, and Tagalog.

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Healthy Families San Mateo County

Healthy Families San Mateo County is a free and voluntary home visiting program offering support to families who are pregnant or parenting newborns. Visits occur where you are most comfortable either at your home, in any other open space (park, library etc..) or virtually through secure video.  

During home visits, your family’s values, strengths, and beliefs are promoted and honored to support your children develop skills to succeed. Trained Public Health Nurses or Senior Community Workers partner with your family to:

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Breastfeeding

Breastfeed Longer: Every Month Matters!

Each additional month of breastfeeding helps create a stronger and healthier future for you and your baby.

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Maternal, Child & Adolescent Health Program

The Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program is committed to serving women, children, teens and their families in San Mateo County by improving access to comprehensive, quality health care, and focusing on prevention and early intervention strategies. The MCAH program includes a spectrum of programs available to providers and clients (see a list of programs under “services”).