Perinatal and breastfeeding information

We want you to have a healthy pregnancy and a happy, healthy baby. Our Health Education Department gives you information and resources to help you

  • While you are trying to get pregnant
  • During your pregnancy
  • After your baby is born
     

I'm having a baby – what do I do?

Breastfeeding your baby

Breastfeeding resource directory

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

You may also qualify for assistance from the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). It is a government program that can help you get healthy food for yourself and your baby. WIC offers breastfeeding support, too. Ask your doctor or midwife how to sign up for this no-cost program or learn more about WIC online. You can also call California WIC toll-free at (888) 942-9675.

Nurse Advice Line

Connect to a registered nurse who will listen to your health problem.

Talk to a nurse

Teladoc

Talk to a board-certified doctor 24/7/365 over the phone or video chat.

Learn about Teladoc services available to you

Behavioral and mental health services

Blue Shield Promise Medi-Cal provides mental health and substance use disorder services through primary care physicians (PCPs), licensed behavioral health providers, and county providers and agencies.

Learn about our services

Find a provider

Use our online tool to find a provider in your area or download a provider directory.

Get provider directories for your area Find a provider online

Health Care Options: (844) 580-7272  {TTY: {800) 430-7077}, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. — 6 p.m. 

For information on Blue Shield Promise plans for your health care, call the Department of Health Care Services at (800) 430-4263 {TTY: (800) 735-2922}, or visit https://www.healthcareoptions.dhcs.ca.gov/.

Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is a managed care organization, wholly owned by Blue Shield of California, offering Medi-Cal Plans.

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The provider network may change at any time. You will receive notice when necessary.

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