Prenatal (before the baby is born) and Postpartum (after the baby is born) care Prenatal care is the care that women receive and provide for themselves throughout their pregnancy. Pregnant women who get early care have healthier babies. Early prenatal care includes: Regular visits to an OBGYN or midwife Eating well and taking prenatal vitamins Proper exercise Learning about and watching for signs of problems Not using drugs, alcohol or smoking any substance Checking with the doctor about supplements, either herbal or over the counter. Planning for the baby includes making decisions about: How will you feed your baby (Breastfeeding) What type of family planning to use (be sure to visit your doctor between 3 and 8 weeks after you deliver your baby) Finding a doctor for your baby Learning about health care for your baby Alameda Alliance for Health Can Help Classes - There are classes about what to expect during pregnancy, how to parent, first aid skills and others useful topics. These classes are free to members. Call 510-747-4577 to learn more. Baby Steps Mailings - A pregnant member will receive information packets by mail at 12 weeks, 34 weeks and after the baby is born. Healthy Home Visits - Pregnant members and new parents may receive nursing home visits. For more resources click on the files below: 11753 BabySteps Dad_EN_B.pdf 11753 BabySteps Dad_EN_C.pdf Baby Steps Dental_EN.pdf Baby Steps Depression_EN.pdf Baby Steps Exercise_EN.pdf BabySteps Kick_EN.pdf BabyStepsLabor_EN.pdf BabyStepsNutrition_EN.pdf BabyStepsPreterm_EN.pdf BabyStepsSIDS_EN.pdf BabyStepsSubstance_EN.pdf Immunization Program Click here to learn about immunizations Breastfeeding Program Click here to learn about breastfeeding Smoking Cessation Drug and Alcohol Use - The Alliance offers counseling and referrals for pregnant women who are smoking or using drugs and alcohol. Call 510-747-4577 to learn more. For more resources click on the files below: 11753 BabySteps Dad_EN_B.pdf 11753 BabySteps Dad_EN_C.pdf Baby Steps Dental_EN.pdf Baby Steps Depression_EN.pdf Baby Steps Exercise_EN.pdf BabySteps Kick_EN.pdf BabyStepsLabor_EN.pdf BabyStepsNutrition_EN.pdf BabyStepsPreterm_EN.pdf BabyStepsSIDS_EN.pdf BabyStepsSubstance_EN.pdf Other Links: National Health Information Center (Health Finder) http://www.healthfinder.gov/