Pregnancy and Women's Health | Indiana Medicaid

Caring for you and your baby

Whether you’re trying to become pregnant, recently found out you’re pregnant, or just had a baby, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

We have tips, interactive tools, resources, and apps for every stage of your life

Pregnancy and Beyond Resource Guide - English

Pregnancy and Beyond Resource Guide - Spanish

If You're Pregnant, Take These Important Steps

Step 1: Schedule an appointment with your OB provider.

Who is your OB provider? If you don’t have one, call us at the number on your member ID card. We can help you find a provider near you.

Step 2: Complete an OB health screener.

This will help us get you the right care and support.

Call Member Services for Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier Healthwise at 866-408-6131 (TTY 711) and for Hoosier Care Connect at 844-284-1797 (TTY 711).

Step 3: Call us to speak with an OB care manager.

We can help you take care of yourself so you can take care of your baby. Call Member Services for Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier Healthwise at 866-408-6131 (TTY 711) and for Hoosier Care Connect at 844-284-1797 (TTY 711) to learn more about our New Baby, New Life^SM program.

Step 4: Take care of yourself.

Stay healthy by eating right, staying active, and avoiding tobacco and alcohol.

Pregnancy And Women’s Health Topics

Stay healthy and strong by:

Going to your primary medical provider (PMP) and dentist regularly.
Keeping your vaccines up to date.
Protecting yourself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Planning for pregnancy or preventing an unwanted pregnancy.
Avoiding tobacco and alcohol.
Staying active.
Eating healthy.

Health A To Z (Healthwise)

Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy

Are You Depressed?

Birth Control

Breast Self-Examination

Fitness: Getting and Staying Active

Healthy Eating

Immunization Schedules

Do You Have a Drinking Problem?

Pap Test

Quitting Smoking

What Is Your Stress Level?

Women’s Health

Zika Virus

Helpful resources

Learn more at cdc.gov/reproductivehealth

Decision in recovery: Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Smokefree Women

National Tobacco Quit Line: 

800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) (TTY 711)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 

800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) (TTY 800-487-4889)

Are you thinking about having a baby? There are steps you can take to stay healthy before, during, and after pregnancy. They will help you have a healthy baby, too.

Before you become pregnant, talk with your primary medical provider (PMP) about:

Planning to start a family
Avoiding tobacco and alcohol
Taking medications safely
Taking folic acid
Making sure your vaccines are up to date
Staying active
Eating healthy

Health A to Z (Healthwise)

Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy

Are You Depressed?

Birth Control

Breast Self-Examination

Fitness: Getting and Staying Active

Healthy Eating

Immunization Schedules

Do You Have a Drinking Problem?

Pap Test

Quitting Smoking

What Is Your Stress Level?

Women’s Health

Zika Virus

Helpful resources

Decision in recovery: Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Preconception health and healthcare

Show Your Love! Preconception healthcare app

Smokefree Women

National Tobacco Quit Line: 

800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) (TTY 711)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 

800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) (TTY 800-487-4889)

During pregnancy, there are many things you can do to help yourself and your baby stay strong and healthy.

Once you find out you’re pregnant:

Schedule an appointment with your OB provider.

Prenatal care is very important for you and your baby. Your provider will ask you about your health, do a physical exam, and tell you your baby’s due date.

Who is your OB provider? If you don’t have one, call Member Services for Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier Healthwise at 866-408-6131 (TTY 711) and for Hoosier Care Connect at 844-284-1797 (TTY 711). We can help you find a provider near you.

Take care of yourself.

Eat healthy foods, stay active, and avoid tobacco and alcohol.

Complete an OB health screener.

This helps us get you the care and support you need during your pregnancy.
Call Member Services for Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier Healthwise at 866-408-6131 (TTY 711) and for Hoosier Care Connect at 844-284-1797 (TTY 711).

Chat with an OB case manager

Healthy Rewards

You can earn gift cards just for going to your doctor visits. All you have to do is join the Healthy Rewards program first. To join, log in to the Benefit Reward Hub and visit the Healthy Rewards portal. You also can call 888-990-8681 (TTY 711), Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time.

Health A to Z (Healthwise)

Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy

Depression During Pregnancy

Birth Control

Drug Withdrawal in Newborns (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome)

First-Trimester Exams and Tests

From Embryo to Baby in 9 Months

Gestational Diabetes

HIV and Pregnancy

Immunizations and Pregnancy

Nausea or Vomiting During Pregnancy

Preeclampsia

Pregnancy: Dealing With Morning Sickness

Pregnancy: Prenatal Visit Schedule

Preterm Labor

Second-Trimester Exams and Tests

Third-Trimester Exams and Tests

Helpful resources

March of Dimes

Smokefree Women

Text 4baby

National Tobacco Quit Line: 

800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) (TTY 711)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 

800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) (TTY 800-487-4889)

You may be able to get Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) benefits. Visit the WIC website to learn more.

Pregnancy can come with a lot of different emotions, and it can bring some unexpected challenges. You may have questions about how to keep yourself and your baby healthy.

Besides talking with your provider, there are many resources to help keep you healthy, both physically, and emotionally. There are also many resources to help you keep your baby safe, happy, and healthy.

Health A to Z (Healthwise)

Baby’s Daily Needs: What to Expect

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding: How to Use a Breast Pump

Child Car Seats

Immunization Schedules

Crib Safety

Depression: Managing Postpartum Depression

Growth and Development, Newborn

Postpartum: First 6 Weeks After Childbirth

Helpful resources

Need help getting a breast pump? Call Member Services for Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier Healthwise at 866-408-6131 (TTY 711) and for Hoosier Care Connect at 844-284-1797 (TTY 711). A case manager will help you.

Visit the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) website or call 800-522-0874. WIC can help you with breastfeeding support.

For more support with breastfeeding:

Visit La Leche or call the La Leche League Breastfeeding Helpline at 877-452-5324.
Visit Infant Risk Center or call 806-352-2519 for questions about breastfeeding and medications.

For more information on postpartum depression, talk to your primary medical provider (PMP). You can also contact Postpartum Support International (PSI) at 800-944-4PPD (4773) (TTY 711).

After the delivery of your baby, be sure to call Member Services at the number on your member ID card so we can help you transition to your next plan.

If your baby was born premature or with a serious health condition, they may have been admitted to the NICU. We believe that the more you know, the better you’ll be able to care for your infant. To support you, we have a NICU Case Management program.

The NICU can be a stressful place, bringing unique challenges and concerns you may have never imagined. The anxiety and stress related to having a baby in the NICU can potentially lead to symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in parents and caregivers. To reduce the impact of PTSD among our members, we assist by:

Helping you engage with hospital-based support programs
Facilitating screenings for potential PTSD
Connecting you with behavioral health program resources and community support as needed
Actively asking for your feedback on the provided resources and how an increased awareness of PTSD has helped you

You can learn more about the NICU Case Management program by calling Member Services and asking to speak to a NICU case manager.

Health A to Z (Healthwise)

Drug Withdrawal in Newborns (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome)

Growth and Development, Newborn

NICU: Communicating With the Staff

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection

Helpful resources

Need help getting a breast pump? Call Member Services for Healthy Indiana Plan and Hoosier Healthwise at 866-408-6131 (TTY 711) and for Hoosier Care Connect at 844-284-1797 (TTY 711). A care manager can help you.

The MyPreemie app supports families with preemies.

Graham’s Foundation provides support, advocacy, and research for preemies and their families.

There are many ways you can support your partner during pregnancy. Encourage them to seek early and regular prenatal care. Attend appointments and birthing classes with them. Encourage your partner to avoid tobacco, alcohol, and drugs, and also to stay active, and eat healthy. Find ways to help them reduce stress during pregnancy.

Take care of yourself, too. As you help your partner stay healthy, take these steps with them:

Visit your primary medical provider (PMP).
Make sure your vaccines are up to date.
Avoid tobacco and alcohol.
Stay active — spend time walking or exercising with your partner.
Eat healthy.
Find ways to reduce your stress — reach out to friends and family who are parents and can provide you with support and advice.

Your role as a parent is very important to the health and development of your baby. You may have a lot of questions about caring for your newborn. The links below can help you get ready to be a parent.

Health A to Z (Healthwise)

Baby’s Daily Needs: What to Expect

Bonding With Your Newborn

Depression

Fitness: Getting and Staying Active

From Embryo to Baby in 9 Months

Quitting Smoking

Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early

Healthy Eating

Immunization Schedules

Do You Have a Drinking Problem?

Growth and Development, Newborn

Partner Support During Pregnancy

What Is Your Stress Level?

Helpful resources

BabyCenter: Childbirth cheat sheet

Decision in recovery: Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

March of Dimes

Smokefree.gov

National Tobacco Quit Line: 

800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) (TTY 711)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 

800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) (TTY 800-487-4889)

Losing a baby is a very painful experience. A strong circle of support can be helpful. You can find help here:

CJ First Candle  — Support for families who have had a pregnancy or infant loss

Call 800-221-7437 (TTY 711). Grief counselors are on hand at no cost 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

National SHARE  — Pregnancy and infant loss support

Call 800-821-6819 (TTY 711).

MISS Foundation  — Support and resources after the death of a child

Call 888-455-6477 (TTY 711)

You may have questions about sex, relationships, body changes, or birth control. When you get regular checkups, you can talk with your primary medical provider (PMP). If you want to talk privately, inquire with your PMP whether they are able to address your questions without a parent in the room.

You can also find information online. Below are some sites that can help you get and stay healthy.