Second Trimester of Pregnancy
(Weeks 13-26)
You may find that this middle stage of your pregnancy is your favorite!
Once you enter the second trimester, your nausea (morning sickness) and discomfort may lessen or go away completely. You will also notice more changes to your body. Your "baby bump" will start to show and by the end of the second trimester, you will even be able to feel your baby move.
Click here to view an infographic about how the body changes during pregnancy from the American College of Gynecology and Obstetrics.
Remember to stay on track of your prenatal visits to ensure you and your baby are healthy!
We can help schedule visits and set up rides at no cost to your appointments.
- Sign up for prenatal classes at no cost!
- Determine the hospital where you will give birth to your baby at and check if your provider delivers there.
- It is never too early to create a plan of action with your doctor whether you are planning to use contraception or have a tubal ligation procedure after birth. Choosing to do a tubal ligation procedure after birth may affect which hospital you deliver. Download this form and fill it out with your doctor at least 30 days before you give birth. Click here for more on birth control methods and tubal ligation.
- Attend your monthly prenatal visits.
- Sign up for our FREE Basic Baby Care and Birth Classes through our Healthy Rewards Program.
- Get your Tdap vaccine.
- Start reviewing your baby’s health coverage information. Click here for STAR/Medicaid. Click here for CHIP Perinatal.
- Use our “Find a Provider” tool to start looking for a pediatrician for your baby.
- Have a family planning conversation with your provider about whether you’re planning to use contraception or have a tubal ligation procedure after delivery. (Note: Choosing to do a tubal ligation procedure after birth may affect which hospital you deliver.)
- Download this form and fill it out with your doctor at least 30 days before you give birth.
- Click here to learn more about birth control methods and tubal ligation.
- Make sure you’ve updated your contact information and have submitted all required documents for your pregnancy coverage to Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). If you have any questions, call 2-1-1.
- Review your pregnancy benefits.
What’s covered under my plan?
Pregnant members are covered under STAR or CHIP Perinatal (CHIP-P) plans. Each plan is different, but most cover prenatal visits at no cost, prescriptions, lab work and screenings, and more.
Caring for our Pregnant Members
Our exclusive Case Management program offers help to pregnant members throughout their pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Our dedicated case managers work with you, your doctor(s) and medical staff to ensure that you receive the best possible care at each step of your pregnancy and recovery.
Our Case Management program offers important services and resources such as:
- Help with finding an in-network provider.
- Creating short- and long-term goals for a healthy pregnancy.
- Helping new moms focus on a self-care plan. This includes when, where and how to get medical care during their pregnancy.
- Much more!
To speak to a case manager, please call 1-800-990-8247.
Are you pregnant with your first baby? With Nurse-Family Partnership, you will receive the support of a personal nurse at no cost to give you the help and advice you need during your pregnancy and after your baby arrives.
Enroll today by filling out the form below or call 832-828-1274. You must be a first-time mom that is pregnant 28 weeks or less. Restrictions and limitations may apply.
Get rewarded for a healthy pregnancy
Our Healthy Rewards Program offers exciting rewards and benefits for you and your family to enjoy as we help you plan for a healthy future, including:
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- Basic Baby Care and Birth Classes
- Blood Pressure Monitor (CHIP Perinate only)
- Fitness Center Membership Fee Assistance (STAR 21+ only)
- Flu Prevention Reward (CHIP and STAR only)
- Dental Services (STAR 21+ only)
- Portable Crib/Playpen
- Prenatal and Postpartum Visit Rewards
*Restrictions and limitations may apply and vary by plan, including but not limited to age, gender and covered benefits by program. Extra benefits valid during the eligible year (September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027). Full disclaimer information can be found at https://bit.ly/3RA3EEH
Need help applying for CHIP and/or Medicaid?
Our Application Assistance specialists are ready to help you with the application process.
