Pregnant? Complete Your Notice of Pregnancy
We're here to support you. Notify us early and earn a $20 reward in the first trimester or a $10 reward in the second trimester.
Pregnancy Services
Congratulations on your pregnancy! It’s normal to be excited and maybe even a little nervous.
Prenatal care is an important way to keep you and your baby healthy during your pregnancy. Luckily, as a Sunshine Health member, you have access to our Care Management program that will provide you with all the resources you need, like:
- Customized care tailored to your current trimester of pregnancy
- Telephonic or virtual care management available
- High risk pregnancy care management and education
- Help with community resources, such as housing, food, clothing and more
- Rewards for completing pregnancy screenings
- In-person connection to a doula
- Help with obtaining a breast pump
- Referral assistance for mental health and substance use
- Rewards for completing substance use coaching with a care manager
- Birth control planning after delivery
- Referral assistance to community programs
- Access to our Healthy Start MomCare Network
You can also use Count the Kicks – a free pregnancy app that helps you record how long it takes your baby to get to 10 movements, tracks changes over time and more. Learn more and download the app today.
It’s important to see a doctor if you are planning on becoming pregnant, or as soon as you know you are pregnant. If you need help finding an OB-GYN, we can help. Use our Find a Provider tool or call Member Services at 1-866-796-0530.
While you are pregnant, it is important to keep an eye on your health and for your support system to listen to your health concerns. Learn more through the HEAR HER® Campaign – a CDC program that aims to reduce pregnancy-related deaths by educating the public about pregnancy-related complications.
Breast Pump Coverage
- Manual Breast Pumps: As a Sunshine Health member, you can get a manual breast pump with a prescription from your doctor. Your doctor sends the order directly to our vendor, and the breast pump is shipped after your birth is confirmed.
- Electric Breast Pumps*: Sunshine Health covers Electric Breast Pumps only after the mother has given birth. To receive an electric pump, your doctor can submit a script and supporting information directly to the vendor.
- For Hospital Grade Pumps*: Your doctor can submit a script, supporting clinical information, and a Referral Form to the vendor. The request will be processed by us and we will send approval to the vendor for delivery.
Your chosen breast pump will be delivered after your baby is born.
*Prior Authorization is required and must be submitted after birth.
Protect Your Oral Health During Pregnancy
Getting good oral healthcare while you are pregnant is important. Pregnancy doesn’t only affect your gums, but keeping your mouth healthy protects your baby’s teeth, too. Bacteria that causes cavities can be passed down to your baby after birth.
When you enrolled in Medicaid, you were assigned one of the two statewide dental plans:
Visit Dental Care to learn more about your dental coverage under Medicaid.
Earn Dollar Rewards
Please let us know when you are pregnant by filling out a Notice of Pregnancy form. When you do, you’ll receive one of the following rewards:
- $20 Complete and sign a Notice of Pregnancy form within the first trimester.
- $10 If not completed during the first trimester, complete and sign a Notice of Pregnancy form and submit to the health plan within the second trimester.
Take control of your health and earn more rewards:
- $50 Prenatal Visit: Complete three prenatal visits during pregnancy.
- $40 Postpartum Visit (7-84 days after delivery): Complete one postpartum follow up visit between 7-84 days after delivery.
Doula Services
A doula is non-medical professional who can give you emotional and physical support during your pregnancy and childbirth in partnership with your provider.
During pregnancy, doulas offer support by:
- Answering questions about the childbirth process
- Developing a birth plan
At delivery:
- Stays with you constantly to provide comfort and support
- Helps communicate your preferences to the medical staff
After delivery:
- Teaches you how to care for your new baby
- Provides support and encouragement after you bring your baby home
As a Sunshine Health member, you get these doula benefits at no-cost:
- Unlimited visits
- In-person labor support at birthing location
Doula visits can be at your home, doctor’s office or in a public place. Here are some activities to do with your doula:
- Talk and get to know each other
- Create a birth plan
- Discuss your birth traditions
- Practice movement, positions and breathing for labor
- Prepare and plan for your baby
Find a Doula Near You
- Use the Find a Provider tool
Start Smart for Your Baby
We created this program to provide advice and resources for pregnant members and new parents.