Every woman who becomes pregnant has the right to continue the pregnancy regardless of her age, marital status, or financial condition. Good prenatal care is vital to ensure a healthy pregnancy. It involves regular check-ups, special nutrition, adequate rest, and regular exercise. Services are provided by private physicians or community health agencies such as:
State-wide resources
Healthy Start, (800) 324-8680
Offers free health coverage for children (birth to age 19) and pregnant women who qualify (based on family income.)
Help Me Grow, (800) 755-GROW (4769)
For Ohio's expectant parents, newborns, infants, & toddlers. Provides health and developmental services so that children start school healthy and ready to learn.
Local resources
Pregnancy Care Connection, (614) 227-9866
Schedules initial prenatal care visit with one of 14 Franklin County clinics. Limited to women who are uninsured or under-insured (including those with Medicaid/Medicaid HMO).
