Home State Health hosts fun and informative baby showers for moms-to-be. Check out our outreach page for events near you.

Breast pump program- You may qualify for a breast pump. They can be shipped 30 days prior to delivery. You can order a breast pump through Tenderheart THO Referral Portal or by calling the care management department.

Breast pumps do require a script from your doctor.

For more information on breastfeeding, visit: Breastfeeding Support or call 1-800-392-8209.

You can find more information about breast pump coverage here: Breast Pumps (PDF)
 

Having information to support a healthy pregnancy and delivery is important. Below you will find a few resources available to you.

Healthy Moms Healthy Babies is a Missouri specific website that gives you important information about pregnancy, postpartum care, and available resources.  

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services provides information on various programs offered throughout the state including, WIC, Women’s Health, and Infant and Child Health.  

Start Smart for Your Baby is our care management program dedicated to supporting you throughout pregnancy and after your baby is born. This program website provides a lot of educational information about caring for you and baby.  

Family planning services are covered under your MO Healthnet pharmacy benefit.  Talk to your doctor about birth control options to find the best plan for you and your future.

• MO HealthNet covers most prescription prenatal vitamins, folic acid, and over-the-counter oral iron, with a prescription from a healthcare provider. Find a list of covered prescription prenatal vitamins here. Other prescription prenatal vitamins not on the list may be available with prior authorization.

Taking care of your mental health and substance use is important for both you and your baby. Below are some resources available to you.

• If you are feeling sad, irritable, hopeless, or worried, help is available.  Call 988 Lifeline for support.
• If your relationship is causing you to question your safety or the safety of the baby, call 1-800-799-7233. If it is not safe for you to call, the National Domestic Violence Hotline has a live chat service to provide real-time support. For information about relationship health please visit our Relationship Health/Domestic Violence page.
• Concerned with how your medications can affect pregnancy and breastfeeding? Talk to your doctor or call MotherToBaby at 1-866-626-6487.
• Trying to decrease or stop substance use? Call Care Management for support with a referral.
• There are risks of marijuana use in pregnancy. Refer to the Marijuana use in pregnancy (PDF) for more information.
• If you are a Show Me Healthy Kids member, you have access to the Pyx app which provides additional support for managing depression and anxiety. Please call Care Management at 1-877-236-1020 to learn more.

You can be rewarded for completing a Notification of Pregnancy, attending prenatal and postpartum visits, and more. To learn more about what incentives you may qualify for visit our My Health Pays Rewards page.

My Health Pays can be used to pay for utilities, transportation, telecommunications, childcare services, education, rent, and at Walmart to shop for everyday items such as baby items and household items.

• Dental and Vision Benefits: You might be eligible for dental and vision benefits. We can help get you connected with an in-network provider for needed services. Call us at 1-855-694-4663 for more information
• Belly Bands: You are eligible for a belly band by calling Care Management.
• Mom’s Meals: You can be eligible for 30 meals after delivery if engaged in care management services. Please reach out for more information, 1-855-694-4663.
• Blood Pressure and Diabetes Support: You may be eligible for a telemonitoring device, blood pressure cuff or CGM if you have a history of hypertension or diabetes. Call our care management team to see if you are eligible.
• Doula services are a covered benefit. Access our Find A Provider Tool to find a doula in network and near you.

Keeping your baby safe is important, and these resources can help. From safe sleep and car seats to poison prevention and child safety, find the support and information you need below.

• Safe Kids Worldwide
• Missouri Safe Kids
• Safe Sleep Training 
• Crib Support: Safe Cribs for Missouri Program  
• Making your home safe for baby 
• Prevent Child Abuse America
• Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline, 573-751-3448, 800-392-3738
• Missouri Poison Center or call 800-222-1222
• Missouri Safety Belts and Child Safety Seats,  or call 888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636)
• Car Seats: Information for Families 
• Lead Exposure: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
   

• Call the Quit Smoking Hotline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW or text MOM to 222888 for help.
• Baby and Me Tobacco Free: Receive diapers and baby wipes by quitting smoking.  Access one-on-one phone or video counseling from the comfort of your home, create a plan to support and help you quit smoking, and earn gift cards for diapers and baby wipes. Quitting is the most important thing you can do for your health and the health of your baby. 

Vaccine Recommendations:

Getting vaccinated during pregnancy helps protect both you and your baby. Important vaccines you may need include:

• Flu - Influenza (Flu) Vaccine
• Pneumonia
• TDAP- Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis Vaccine 
• Coronavirus - COVID-19 Vaccine 
• RSV Vaccine

Vaccines are covered through your pharmacy benefit with MO HealthNet.

STD Testing:

It is important for you to go for STD testing while you are pregnant. This will help protect you and the baby. Some STDs can be passed down to baby so having the appropriate testing is important. STD’s that can be passed from mother to baby during birth include:

• HIV – Can be transmitted during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.
• Gonorrhea – Can infect the baby’s eyes, causing blindness if untreated.
• Chlamydia – Can cause pneumonia or eye infections in newborns.
• Herpes (HSV-1 & HSV-2) – Can cause severe infections if the baby is exposed during vaginal delivery.
• Hepatitis B – Can be passed during birth, leading to chronic liver disease in the baby.
• Trichomoniasis – May lead to preterm birth or low birth weight.
• Syphilis – Can cross the placenta during pregnancy, leading to congenital syphilis.
• Congenital Syphilis is a serious condition passed from mother to baby during pregnancy, can be prevented through routine STD testing, early detection, and timely treatment during pregnancy.