24/7 Crisis Lines

Immediate, confidential support is available 24 hours a day for mental health crises, suicide prevention, and urgent family or newborn safety concerns.

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) 

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 


Anesthesia Checklist for Pregnant Patients with Elevated BMI

Checklists for anesthesia providers to evaluate patients in the third trimester and prepare for a safe delivery.

Anesthesia Checklist


Apple Health (Medicaid) Billing

Resources for health care providers and billers on Apple Health coverage, billing requirements, fee schedules, reimbursement, and other Medicaid-related policies.

 Apple Health (Medicaid) Provider Billing Guides


Apple Health (Medicaid) Coverage

Learn about Washington Apple Health coverage during pregnancy and the 12 months following pregnancy, including eligibility, enrollment, and what services are covered.

Apple Health (Medicaid) Coverage for Individuals


Centers of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Use

Find certified programs and resources for treating substance use during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Centers of Excellence for Perinatal Substance Use


Cytomegalorvirus

Information on congenital CMV, newborn testing, and steps to reduce the risk of complications.

CMV in Newborns


Doula Apple Health (Medicaid) Benefit

Find information on the Apple Health (Medicaid) birth doula benefit including background, covered services, provider enrollment, how to stay updated, and more.

Doula Benefit | Apple Health (Medicaid)


Doula Certification

Information on Washington’s community-based doula certification and training requirements. 

WA Community-Based Doula Certification


Doula Directory and Referral System

Find community-based doulas offering pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and reproductive support.

Doula Directory and Referral System: 


Help Me Grow Washington

A free central hub connecting families to local food assistance, health insurance sign-ups, developmental screenings, and parenting classes. 

Help Me Grow Washington


Immunizations for Children

Access the recommended birth-to-6-years immunization schedule via the WA DOH. 

Immunizations For Children (Birth to 6 Years)


Maternal Autopsy Guidelines

Guidance for clinicians and medical examiners conducting an autopsy when a maternal death is suspected.

Maternal Autopsy Guidelines


Navigating the Perinatal Journey: Mental Wellness Tools

Information to support providers and families on maternal mental health conditions.

Navigating the Perinatal Journey: Mental Wellness Tools for Every Step 


Paid Family and Medical Leave

Information about Washington’s paid leave program and how eligible workers can access time away from work to care for themselves or a new child.  

Washington State's Paid Family and Medical Leave 


Perinatal and Neonatal Levels of Care

Guidelines and resources for understanding the appropriate levels of care available to pregnant people, newborns, and families with higher-risk medical needs.

Perinatal and Neonatal Level of Care Guidelines (PDF) 


Perinatal Mental Health Care Guide

A care guide to help prenatal, primary care, and mental health providers screen for, diagnose, and treat pregnant and postpartum individuals with mental health problems.

Perinatal Mental Health Care Guide 


Perinatal Support Washington

Peer support groups, warm line support, and mental health therapist directories for postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis. Postpartum depression.  

Perinatal Support Washington


Protection Orders

Information and resources to help individuals experiencing intimate partner violence understand their safety and legal options, including protection orders and access to legal assistance.

Washington State Protection Orders


Safe Haven

Information about Washington’s Safe Haven law and how an unharmed newborn can be safely and anonymously surrendered within 72 hours of birth.

Safe Haven 


Safer Care for Higher Weight Pregnant Patients

Clinical guidance for providers and hospitals on screening, care planning, and safe delivery for patients with higher weight, from pre-pregnancy through postpartum.

Safer Care for Higher Weight Pregnant Patients