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

State Maternal and Child Health Programs

Maryland offers a comprehensive array of state-sponsored programs dedicated to enhancing maternal, infant, and child health. Below is a list of key programs available in the state:

  1. Medicaid for Pregnant Women

Maryland's Medicaid program provides health coverage to eligible pregnant women during pregnancy and up to 12 months postpartum. Covered services include prenatal visits, labor and delivery, postpartum care, and dental services. Eligibility is based on income and residency status. Learn more

  1. Maryland WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program

The Maryland WIC program offers nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthy foods to pregnant women, new mothers, and young children up to age five. The program aims to improve health outcomes by providing essential nutrients during critical stages of development. Learn more

  1. Breastfeeding Support Programs

Maryland provides various breastfeeding support services, including lactation consultations and support groups. For instance, the Maryland WIC Program offers resources to help families have positive breastfeeding experiences. Learn more

  1. Children's Medical Services Program

This is a program of the Maryland Department of Health. CMS can help low-income, uninsured or underinsured Marylanders, ages 0-21 years, get speciality care for a chronic illness or disability by paying for some needed services. Assists children with special health care needs and their families. Learn more

  1. Maryland Children's Health Program (MCHP)

The Maryland Children's Health Program (MCHP) provides free coverage to eligible uninsured children whose family earns too much money to get Medicaid, but not enough to afford private health insurance. Learn more

  1. Medicaid Home Visiting Services

Maryland offers voluntary, evidence-based home visiting services for expectant and new parents with children through kindergarten entry. Programs like Nurse-Family Partnership and Healthy Families America provide in-home parent education to support positive outcomes for children and increase family self-sufficiency. Learn more

  1. Maternal Opioid Misuse (MOM) Program

Focuses on improving care for pregnant and postpartum Medicaid participants diagnosed with opioid use disorder.

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