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
Huron Street Women's Center, (419) 242-6028
Offers a special program, caring support and resources to help pregnant teens/women improve their health and birth outcomes.
Center for Health Services, (419) 291-2200
Mercy Family Practice Gandy Health Center, (419) 251-1400
Toledo-Lucas County Health Department, (419) 213-4100
Western Lucas County Clinic, (419) 865-0196
St. Vincent Mecy Family Care Center, (419) 251-2395
Wood County Health Department, (419) 352-8402
WIC - Women, Infants Children Nutritional Program, (419) 424-0720
