Philadelphia & Tri-State Area Resources
ITAVFoundation — Maternal Support & Education Program
Provides diapers, wipes, baby essentials, education, and community support for pregnant and postpartum families.
Website: www.itavf.org
Email: [email protected]
Philadelphia Department of Public Health — Maternal & Child Health
Provides prenatal care resources, home visiting programs, breastfeeding support, and maternal health services.
Website: https://www.phila.gov/programs/maternal-child-and-family-health
Maternity Care Coalition (MCC)
Provides doula services, parenting education, home visiting programs, and support for pregnant and parenting families.
Website: https://maternitycarecoalition.org
Cradles to Crayons — Philadelphia
Provides diapers, clothing, school supplies, and baby essentials to families in need.
Website: https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/philadelphia
Philly Family Voices
Supports families of children with special healthcare needs through education, advocacy, and peer support.
Website: https://www.phillyfamilyvoices.org
Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC)
Provides healthcare, mental health services, parenting support, and community programs throughout the region.
Website: https://www.phmc.org
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) — Family Resources
Provides parenting education, breastfeeding support, and maternal health resources.
Website: https://www.chop.edu
Penn Medicine — Pregnancy & Postpartum Support
Provides prenatal care, postpartum services, and maternal health specialists.
Website: https://www.pennmedicine.org
Jefferson Health — Maternal & Family Health
Offers maternity care, postpartum services, lactation support, and mental health services.
Website: https://www.jeffersonhealth.org
Nurse-Family Partnership — Philadelphia
Local enrollment for nurse home visiting services.
Website: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org/locations/pennsylvania
Philly Food Finder
Find free food resources and pantries across Philadelphia.
Website: https://www.phillyfoodfinder.org
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) — Pennsylvania
Local WIC enrollment and services.
Website: https://www.pawic.com
New Jersey WIC (for South Jersey Families)
Website: https://www.nj.gov/health/fhs/wic
Delaware WIC (for Delaware Families)
Website: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph/chca/dwic.html
Nationwide & Philadelphia Tri-State Resources
These organizations provide support for pregnant and postpartum individuals, families, and caregivers. Resources include medical assistance, mental health support, baby essentials, education, and financial guidance.
Nationwide Resources
Dollar For
Help with medical bills because a medical crisis should not be a financial crisis. Dollar For helps patients apply for hospital financial assistance and charity care programs.
Website: https://dollarfor.org
Postpartum Support International (PSI)
The mission of Postpartum Support International is to promote awareness, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing worldwide. They offer support for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, as well as loss and grief resources.
HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773
Text “Help” to 800-944-4773 (EN)
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
Website: https://www.postpartum.net
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (HRSA)
Free, confidential, 24/7 support for pregnant and postpartum individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
Call or Text: 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS)
Website: https://mchb.hrsa.gov/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline
National Diaper Bank Network
Connects families with community diaper banks across the country distributing free diapers to families in need.
Call: (203) 821-7348
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://nationaldiaperbanknetwork.org
Baby2Baby
Provides diapers, clothing, formula, and basic necessities to children living in poverty through community partners nationwide.
Website: https://baby2baby.org
MotherToBaby
Provides evidence-based information about medications, vaccines, chemicals, and exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Call: 866-626-6847
Website: https://mothertobaby.org
Feeding America
Nationwide network of food banks helping families find food assistance and free grocery programs in their communities.
Website: https://www.feedingamerica.org
WIC Breastfeeding Support / WIC Program
Provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy foods, and referrals for pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding individuals.
Website: https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic
Healthy Families America
Evidence-based home visiting program that supports parents and promotes healthy child development.
Website: https://www.healthyfamiliesamerica.org
Nurse-Family Partnership
Provides free personal nurse support for first-time moms during pregnancy and early childhood.
Website: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org
Head Start & Early Head Start
Offers programs for pregnant individuals, infants, toddlers, and preschool children to promote school readiness and healthy development.
Website: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ohs
Birth Injury Center
Provides support and educational resources to families impacted by birth trauma or injury.
Website: https://www.birthinjurycenter.org
The Lactation Network
Helps families access insurance-covered lactation consultants (IBCLC) for breastfeeding support.
Website: https://lactationnetwork.com
Hello Postpartum
Provides free postpartum education, expert articles, and support resources created by healthcare professionals.
Website: https://hellopostpartum.com
March of Dimes
Provides education, advocacy, and support related to pregnancy, premature birth, and maternal health complications.
Website: https://www.marchofdimes.org
211 — United Way
Connects families to local resources including housing, food, healthcare, childcare, and financial assistance.
Dial: 211
Website: https://www.211.org
Medicaid & CHIP Enrollment
Provides free or low-cost health coverage for pregnant individuals and children.
Website: https://www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip
SAMHSA National Helpline
Confidential treatment referral service for mental health or substance use challenges.
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Website: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Confidential support for individuals experiencing domestic or intimate partner violence.
Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text: START to 88788
Website: https://www.thehotline.org
Preeclampsia Foundation
Education and support for families affected by preeclampsia and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
Website: https://www.preeclampsia.org
Sidelines High-Risk Pregnancy Support
Provides support for individuals experiencing high-risk pregnancies and complications.
Website: https://www.sidelines.org
DONA International (Doula Support)
Directory to find certified doulas for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.
Website: https://www.dona.org
National Healthy Start Association
Community-based maternal and infant health services for families at higher risk of poor birth outcomes.
Website: https://nationalhealthystart.org
Disclaimer:
This resource list is provided for informational purposes only. Inclusion of an organization does not constitute endorsement by ITAV Foundation. Services, eligibility requirements, and availability may change without notice. We encourage individuals to contact organizations directly to confirm current information and determine the best fit for their needs. ITAV Foundation does not provide medical or legal advice.
We share these resources to help connect families with support. Every situation is unique, and we encourage you to reach out directly to organizations to learn more about their services and determine what works best for you and your family.
List Updated: Feb 2026