Pregnancy and Childbirth 

Bringing home a new baby is an exciting time but it’s normal to feel some anxiety and seek support. Our Newborn Connections program at CPMC in San Francisco is here to help you get off to a great start. We offer in-person and online consultations, phone advice, virtual support groups and breast pump rentals.    

In-person or virtual lactation consultations are available for detailed questions or concerns about breastfeeding. Wondering if your milk supply is adequate, whether you have a breast infection, why your baby isn’t latching and worries about a newborn’s weight are common issues a lactation consultant can help with. Call 415-600-2229 to schedule.

If you need support or reassurance related to nursing in the first weeks and beyond, call our Lactation Warm Line at 415-600-6243. Our support staff returns call Monday through Friday, 10:00 – 4:00 pm.

Our popular breastfeeding support groups are held twice weekly at our Newborn Connections clinic in San Francisco led by members of our lactation support team. In-person and virtual sessions occur Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:00 – 11:30 am. Call 415-600-2229 for the link to join online.

Need a breast pump or other breastfeeding supplies? Our knowledgeable staff can assist with pump rentals, feeding supplies, nursing bras, and more. Items are available at our Van Ness Center at 1100 Van Ness Center in San Francisco. Call 415-600-2229 for questions or to order. 

Many new parents and their partners experience emotional distress when trying to build their families — yet often face these challenges in silence. Our CPMC Perinatal Health and Wellness program is here to support families in the San Francisco Area through these transitions.  

If you’re struggling to cope with pregnancy, adjusting to life with a new baby, trying to conceive or working through grief after a miscarriage or abortion, we’re here to help. If you need support, trust that reaching out is a sign of strength. We're ready to offer the care you deserve while protecting your privacy. All personal and health information shared with us is confidential, following strict privacy laws (such as HIPAA). You can feel safe sharing your experiences with us.

Our compassionate teams include clinical supervisors and post-doctoral fellows in the CPMC Health Psychology Fellowship Program. These providers work with you to navigate the challenges you’re facing through individual or couples counseling as well as support groups and referrals.

We’re committed to overcoming barriers to care so everyone can get help when they need it, especially those from under-resourced communities. We offer virtual sessions if you can’t find childcare and provide services in multiple languages so you can communicate fully and comfortably.  In-person sessions are free. The CPMC Perinatal Health and Wellness Program is supported entirely by philanthropic donors.

Any other questions or concerns? Call the CPMC Perinatal Health and Wellness program at 415-600-3637 to speak to a staff member.

Facing news that your baby may have special needs can be overwhelming. Remember, you’re not alone. The Special Start Program at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento offers you and your partner a full range of support, like:

• Connecting you with other parents who share your experience
• Offering support and education on your baby’s health condition
• Referring you to the special team of healthcare professionals ready to prepare you and your baby for delivery and ongoing care

Talk to your doctor about a referral to the Special Start Program at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento. For more information, call 916-887-4033 or complete our online form.

When teenagers are about to become parents, it can be challenging to take care of a child when they still need care themselves. Our Sutter Teen Programs at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento extends a helping hand to teens across Sacramento County who are pregnant or parenting. Every teen will work with a case manager who helps them give birth to a healthy baby, complete their education, avoid another unplanned pregnancy and develop good parenting skills.

If you’d like to refer teens to Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento’s program or have questions, please contact the program manager, Nyuieko Bansah, MSW at 916-887-4031. You may also use our online Sutter Teen Programs Referral Form or download our program flyer (PDF) English | Spanish.