The following are useful resources for class participants including insurance reimbursement forms and breast pumps and accessories.
Reimbursement
Many insurance companies provide partial or full reimbursement for prenatal classes, Contact your insurance company for your reimbursement process. You will be provided with a class certificate upon completion of your survey which will be emailed to you. UMass Employees and Fallon members receive a 10% discount, anyone registering for all four classes will receive a 10% bundle discount. Please call 855-366-5221 to register and receive your discount.
Breast Pumps and Accessories
Under the Affordable Care Act you may be eligible for an insurance covered breast pump. Health Baby Essentials in the premier provider of breast pumps and accessories to new and expectant mothers and provides pumps to Umass Memorial Hospital patients.
Breastpumps.com offers:
Breastpumps.com offers a wide range of breast pump, accessories and maternity items such as compression socks, belly support bands and postpartum recovery garments that are available for both insurance coverage and private purchase.
- Is fully accredited Durable Medical Equipment Company contracted with most major insurance companies and Medicaid
- We can provide same and next day service for all of your breast pump and medical equipment to your hospital room or home
- For more information, visit www.breastpumps.com or call 1-888-495-7491.
Breastfeeding
Support Resources
KellyMom.com– General breastfeeding information
ZipMilk.org– Lactation Consultants/Home Visits
Baby Cafe USA– Find breastfeeding support gatherings near you
La Leche League International– Breastfeeding information/find support gatherings near you
NIH Drug and Lactation Database (LactMed)-Search for medication interactions while breastfeeding
lowmilksupply.org– Information on low milk supply
bfar.org– Information for breastfeeding after breast surgery
American Academy of Pediatrics
Local Support for Perinatal Mood Complications Eastern and Central Massachusetts:
The postpartum period can often be a challenging time for new parents. If you are experiencing any concerning changes in mood or behavior, such as depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive activity, do not hesitate to reach out to your provider, therapist or one of the local resources listed below.
Postpartum Support International of MA; Warm Line: 1-866-472-1897
MA Dept. of Public Health; Warm Line: 1-866-472-1897
Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Women’s Mental Health; 617-724-7792
Jewish Family & Children’s Services; 781-647-JFCS (5327)
South Shore Postpartum Network
Parents Helping Parents
American Academy of Pediatrics
Parental Stress Hotline: 1-800-632-8188
Additional Resources
Healthy Children — Ages and Stages
Parents Central: From Car Seats to Car Keys – Keeping Kids Safe
Safe Kids — Safety Tips
CDC — Developmental Milestones
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