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.
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 may vary by plan, including but not limited to age, gender and covered benefits by program. Extra benefits valid during the eligible state fiscal year (September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026).
Need help applying for CHIP and/or Medicaid?
Our Application Assistance specialists are ready to help you with the application process.
