Pregnancy and Women's Health |Nevada 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.

Download our Pregnancy and Beyond Resource Guide

Use this guide to learn about our New Baby, New Life^® program and how you can support your well-being during pregnancy. You can request a printed version by calling Member Services.

Pregnancy-and-beyond Resource Guide (English)

Pregnancy-and-beyond Resource Guide (Spanish)

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Our Health A to Z library has answers to your questions on topics such as pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.

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Thinking about having a baby?

There are steps you can take early on to have a healthy pregnancy — and a healthy baby, too.

Before you become pregnant, talk with your doctor 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.

Planning for pregnancy resources in Nevada

Preconception health and healthcare

Show Your Love preconception healthcare app

Once you find out you’re pregnant

Schedule an appointment with your obstetrician (OB) healthcare provider.

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

If you don’t have an OB healthcare provider, use our Find Care tool to find one near you.

Complete an OB Health Screener

This screener will help us customize the care and support we provide you throughout your pregnancy. Call us toll free at the number on your ID card to complete our OB health screener.

Call to learn more about our New Baby, New Life^℠ program and to get connected to an OB Case Manager.

Take care of you

Eat healthy foods, stay active, and avoid tobacco, alcohol, and drugs.
Go to your doctor and dentist regularly.
Keep your vaccines up-to-date.
Protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Taking care of you and your baby

Being a new parent is an exciting time, but it can bring some unexpected challenges.

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

Feeding support

Nevada Medicaid may cover the cost of a breast pump. Call Member Services to ask how you can receive a breast pump.

The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program can help with breastfeeding support. Visit the WIC website or call your local WIC office.

To get additional support, visit the La Leche website or call the La Leche League Breastfeeding Helpline at 877-452-5324.

Navigating the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)

If your baby is born premature or has a serious health condition, they may have been admitted to the NICU. We believe the more you understand about the NICU and your baby’s specific needs, the better equipped you'll be to provide the best care for them.

We extend our support by helping you to prepare yourself and your home for when your baby is released from the hospital. After your baby is home, our case managers continue to provide education and assistance in improving your baby’s health, preventing unnecessary hospital readmissions, and guiding you to community resources if needed.

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.

If you have a baby in the NICU, a NICU Case Manager may reach out to you. You can also speak to a Case Manager if you need help, just call Member Services and request a referral to NICU Case Management.

Helpful Resources:

Graham’s Foundation provides support, advocacy, and research for preemies and their families.
The Graham’s Foundation MyPreemie App provides support to parents and families with preemies.
- Download on the App Store^®
- Get on Google Play™
March of Dimes™ Compass App provides answers, tools, and support so you can focus on your baby during this time.
- Download on the App Store^®
- Get on Google Play™

Supporting your partner when they’re pregnant

There are many things you can do to support your partner during pregnancy. Some examples include:

Encouraging your partner to seek early and regular prenatal care.
Making sure your partner attends appointments and birthing classes.
Helping your partner avoid tobacco and alcohol, stay active, eat healthy, and find ways to reduce stress during pregnancy.

During this time, it’s also important for you to take care of yourself. As you encourage your partner to take important steps to stay healthy, take these steps together:

Visit your doctor.
Make sure your immunizations 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.

Pregnancy be an exciting time for you. Your role as a parent is very important to the health and development of your baby, even if you aren’t pregnant yourself. You may have a lot of questions, but we’re here to help.

Coping with the loss of a baby

Losing a baby is a very painful experience. If you are dealing with the loss of your baby, it is important to have a circle of support. Here are some resources you might find helpful:

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).

Teens: Taking care of your health and planning for the future

You may have questions about sex, relationships, body changes, birth control, or other topics. Getting regular checkups gives you a chance to ask your healthcare provider these questions and to talk about any other concerns. You’re allowed to ask your doctor if they can answer your questions without a parent in the room.