Maternal Health

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Healthy Pregnancy (Maternal Health) Program

The Maternal Health Program is now called the Healthy Pregnancy Program! Staff are currently updating program materials with the new name and logo.

Taking care of your little one begins by taking care of yourself.  Starting prenatal health care early and going to appointments as scheduled will improve the chances of having a healthy pregnancy and baby.

The Healthy Pregnancy Program at the Scott County Health Department offers FREE support, education, and resources to pregnant people and new parents. These services are offered as an addition to prenatal care from your health care provider.

Program Services

Healthy Pregnancy Program services include help with:

  • Applying for Medicaid
  • Finding health care providers in Scott County
  • Scheduling health care appointments
  • Connecting to community resources and services
  • Health screenings and referrals
  • Social assessments and guidance
  • Dental screenings, fluoride varnish application, and oral health education
  • Breast/chest feeding education and support
  • Health education and support
  • Transportation
  • Interpretation services

Breastfeeding Support

Breast/chest feeding support and education are offered by Certified Lactation Specialists. Individual and group classes are available. 

Medicaid Coverage During Pregnancy

  • You may be eligible for Medicaid even if you have private insurance. Medicaid pays other expenses that your private insurance may not cover. Medicaid covers pregnant people up to 375% of the Federal Poverty Level – that’s $112,500 a year for a family of four!

Service Locations

Connect with Healthy Pregnancy Program staff by phone at 563-328-4114.

Staff are also available to help at the following community locations:

CHC Edgerton WIC
1510 E. Rusholme St., Davenport, IA 52803

CHC River Drive WIC
500 W. River Drive, Davenport, IA 52801

Community Health Care, Inc. – Edgerton OBGYN
1510 E Rusholme, 1st Floor, Davenport, IA 52803

The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, PC - Davenport
5350 Eastern Ave, Davenport, IA 52807

WIC at Cedar County Courthouse
400 Cedar St, B1, Tipton, IA 52772

WIC in Clinton with Hillcrest
215 6th Ave S, Clinton, IA 52732

WIC in DeWitt with Hillcrest
First United Methodist Church, 226 11th St, DeWitt, IA 52742

WIC in Maquoketa with Hillcrest
First United Methodist Church, 1019 Wesley Dr, Maquoketa, IA 52060

Scott County Health Department
600 W. 4th St., Davenport, IA 52801

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