| p>Finding yourself uninsured it a scary place to be, it's | | | | know you don't have insurance, or not enough |
| even harder when you find out you're pregnant. | | | | insurance. This is an excellent resource that has some |
| Knowing who can help you out and give you the best | | | | great benefits which will really help you. |
| set of resources is essential to a successful | | | | 4. Look for a free clinic in your area; this is a fully |
| pregnancy. You can breathe a sigh of relief, you have | | | | staffed Medical Center which is often attached to a |
| arrived at the best place to get the information and | | | | hospital. This is excellent when you are looking for care |
| tools you need. | | | | and not looking to break the budget. There are so |
| You'll feel confident after reading this article that you'll | | | | many other things you need to spend your hard |
| be able to get the care you need. I'm a former | | | | earned money on. |
| insurance agent, additionally I've worked for several | | | | More Resources If you need money to help with |
| doctor's offices. On the flip side I've found myself | | | | furnishings, clothes, diapers, bottles, etc. Check with |
| unemployed and in a hospital emergency room worried | | | | your local Red Cross, and or a local church, many |
| and scared. At that point I'd have given almost anything | | | | times there will be provisions to help you make sure |
| for these resources. | | | | your baby has everything he/she needs. |
| I don't want you to experience this fear that is why I've | | | | Vital tip, while you are working with these agencies be |
| put this information together. All my research showed | | | | sure to ask if they have other resources you can get |
| me that there are not many resources set aside to | | | | while you're pregnant. You'd be surprised how many |
| help you, find insurance, money and resources to take | | | | know of untapped resources, that they are waiting for |
| care of you and your little one. | | | | the right person to come along and make use of. |
| Grab a pen and jot these down or just simply print out | | | | One last very important point: Make sure you have the |
| the article and keep it handy for a quick reference | | | | following documents compiled together when you |
| guide | | | | approach these organizations, particularly the free |
| 1. For basic check ups look online or the newspaper | | | | Medical Center, and when applying for Medicare. |
| for health fairs, where you get your blood pressure | | | | * Birth Certificate |
| taken, and even blood sugar checked. | | | | * Social Security Card |
| 2. Talk to your local pharmacy; ask if they have health | | | | * Drivers License or State Identification |
| screenings, and request information about vitamins you | | | | * Bank Statements- include your savings account |
| should take etc. | | | | * The last thirty days of check stubs, from your |
| 3. Apply for Medicare, even if you're working; let them | | | | employer, or spouse's employer if applicable. |