Maternal health resources
Get access to comprehensive maternal health information and support services. Learn how to navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period with better access to care, mental health resources, and essential programs.
The Office of the California Surgeon General created this list of helpful services.
Financial assistance
CalWORKs
Department of Social Services
This program gives cash aid and services to eligible California families in need.
Child Support
Department of Child Support Services
Child support services to provide children with money towards living and medical expenses
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
California Department of Community Services and Development
This program helps low-income families with their home energy bills.
Low-Income Weatherization
Program
California Department of Community Services and Development
Program provides solar photovoltaic (PV) systems to reduce energy costs
Food assistance
CalFresh
Department of Social Services
This program provides food assistance to people who meet the income requirements.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
California Department of Public Health
WIC helps families get healthy food. It also provides info on nutrition, breastfeeding, and referrals.
Health care
Medi-Cal
Department of Health Care Services
Medi-Cal offers free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Californians.
Abortion access
California Department of Public Health
Find current and accurate information about abortion access in California.
Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program (CPSP)
California Department of Public Health
Services for pregnant people from conception through 60 days postpartum (Medi-Cal benefit).
Black Infant Health Program (BIH)
California Department of Public Health
An equity program to support pregnant and postpartum Black mothers.
Early Start
Department of Developmental Services
Intervention services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or at risk for having a developmental disability.
Mental health support
Maternal Mental Health
California Department of Public Health
Learn about maternal mental health support and resources, including maternal suicide prevention.
BrightLife Kids
California Department of Public Health
Personalized behavioral health coaching for parents, caregivers, and children 0–12.
CalHOPE
Department of Health Care Services
Free peer counseling when people feel stressed, anxious, depressed, or worried.
California Home Visiting Program (CHVP)
California Department of Public Health
For overburdened families who are at risk for Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).