Prenatal Additional Resources
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Prenatal frequently asked questionsChecklist
Your pregnancy checklistGlossary of Terms
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A Place for Women - Oahu
Offers free and confidential services such as pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, options consultations, childbirth education, infant supplies, post abortion support, community assistance referrals, and adoption information and referrals.
Body changes and Discomforts during Pregnancy - The Office of Women’s Health
Get the low-down on stretch marks, weight gain, heartburn, and the other “joys” of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding Hawaii - Statewide
Offers lactation support in private, hospital and community settings. Breast Feeding Hawaii also takes milk donations.
HMSA Breast Feeding Support and Counseling information
Breast feeding and support and counseling by a trained, participating physician or midwife during pregnancy and/or after giving birth (postpartum). Subject to plan benefits.
Hawaii Mother’s Milk Inc. - Oahu
Offers free lactation services to Hawaii’s mothers and babies having breastfeeding difficulties. Hawaii Mother’s Milk also supplies breast pumps.
Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies (HMHB) - Statewide
HMHB offers professional lactation services with two international board-certified lactation consultants-available for phone, telehealth, and in-person visits.
La Leche League - Oahu, Maui & Big Island (Kona)
La Leche League helps parents, families, and communities to breastfeed, chest fed, and human milk feed their babies through parent-to-parent group meetings.
Miscarriage - March of Dimes
Information about miscarriages including what it is and what risk factors may increase your chances to having one.
Nurture
Offers support through all stages of your reproductive journey. Based on Oahu, they offer telehealth services statewide and work with local and military populations.
Perinatal Support Services Program - State of Hawaii
Provides support services and resources for high-risk pregnant women before, during, and after pregnancy (up to 6 months after birth).
Pregnancy and Childbirth - Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies
Information and resources to help keep you healthy throughout your pregnancy and to help prepare for your newborn’s healthy, safe arrival.
Pregnancy and COVID-19
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about pregnancy and the COVID-19 vaccine.
Steps to a healthy pregnancy - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Steps you can take to stay healthy during pregnancy and give your baby a healthy start in life.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) - Statewide
Hawaii WIC promotes, protects, and supports breastfeeding families. Each local agency has a breastfeeding coordinator.
These are general guidelines and are not a replacement for medical advice. Always consult with your provider or ob-gyn on specific health concerns.
