Electionbug
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My 18 y/o daughter dropped a bomb on me over Christmas. I am going to be a 42 y/o grandmother. Once I got over the disappointment & anger, I started to think about the reality of it. She has a decent job at a Dr. office, but has only been there a little over 2 months. She isn't eligible for health insurance for 90 days (the end of Jan.), hence, she has no insurance. She qualifies for the WIC program, which I told her she needs to do until she can get on her feet and survive with the added expense of having a child. Is there a state program that helps uninsured, YOUNG adults in this situation?
Of course, she wants to do this all on her own, but I want to make sure she is set up to be a good mother that can take care of herself as well as the baby.
Can someone please point me in the right direction, as to where she can go for assistance?
Thank you in advance
she can call 301.609.6812 and make an WIC appointment. she can also apply for medical assistance, either on line or at the health dept in her county, now before enrolling in her other insurance at her work. the 2 insurances will work in conjunction, but the medical assistance will cover the baby and get the mother the deserved care she needs now regardless of the circumstance. once the initial shock is over, there is nothing more wonderful than a healthy WIC BABY. with all the milk, juice and other healthy foods, it makes quiet an impression on those kicking fetuses. WIC is a wonderful nutrition program for pregnant moms and infants to age 5. I encourage anyone who is elligible to apply. after age 5 there is free lunch, if you meet the requirements.
After the baby is born, the mom can opt for formula, and or there is support for breastfeeding moms. the postpartum mom gets WIC for an additional 6 months, so it makes it worth while to apply asap.
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