The Florida Pregnancy Support Services Program
has developed a statewide network of centers to provide specific pregnancy support services to pregnant women. These pregnancy support centers provide information, education, counseling, and services solely to promote and encourage childbirth to pregnant women. The hours of operation vary among centers but most are open from 8 am – 5 pm. There is also a 24-hour hotline that pregnant women can call for help:1-866-673-4673 (HOPE). Our centers provide these services during the pregnancy and for up to one (1) year after childbirth, if desired by the mother.

Being a new parent is exciting and demanding. It causes major changes in a new mother’s life. There are changes in a woman's body, her emotions, her relationships and how she lives. Being aware of what is happening both physically and emotionally can prepare a woman to better face the ups and downs of the first few months after a baby is born. Taking care of physical and mental well-being is a key factor. Many issues surface at this time, including:

• work
• childcare
• family planning

Two to 6 weeks after the birth of the baby, a woman should visit a healthcare provider to:

• learn how well her body has recovered from the changes of pregnancy and birth
• discuss any questions or concerns about birth control, sex, or emotions