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Idaho

Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Idaho, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

State Maternal and Child Health Programs

State programs focused on perinatal care in Idaho are as follows;

  1. Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Program

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare's MCH Program is committed to improving the health of mothers, infants, and children, including those with special health care needs. Funded by the Title V MCH Block Grant, the program's priorities encompass increasing access to prenatal care, promoting safe family environments, reducing substance abuse among maternal and child health populations, and enhancing breastfeeding rates.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

  1. Pregnancy Coverage through Medicaid

This program ensures that pregnant women receive comprehensive health services throughout their pregnancy and up to 12 months postpartum. The coverage aims to provide adequate prenatal and postpartum care, addressing both medical and support needs during this critical period.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

  1. Postpartum Support Initiatives

The Idaho Chapter of Postpartum Support International focuses on increasing awareness, education, prevention, and treatment of perinatal mental health issues affecting individuals and their families. They provide resources and support for those experiencing perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth.
Psi Chapters

  1. Regional Public Health Services

Local health districts offer pregnancy testing, counseling, and referrals to prenatal care providers. While they may not provide direct prenatal care, they assist low-income women, including those ineligible for Medicaid due to residency status, in accessing necessary services.

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Hospitals, birth centers, doulas, WIC clinics, milk banks and more are listed by county. Enter a ZIP code or city to see yours.