UHS Social Services has information about prenatal care options and other resources on balancing school-life balance with children, housing considerations, and academic adjustments. To make an appointment with Social Services, please call Phone: (510) 642-6074.
For prenatal care referrals:
- Schedule a social services appointment. The staff in the Social Services department (510) 642-6074 will be able to answer many of your questions regarding referrals to both family planning services and obstetrical/prenatal care. If you do not need the following, you may call and request a referral to go straight to an obstetrician.
- campus and community support services
- great tips for managing early pregnancy symptoms and early self-care before you see your outside medical provider
- information regarding referrals for services if you have SHIP or other private insurance
- referral lists for family planning providers, midwives, and OBGYN practices.
- what you need to know about obtaining insurance coverage for the baby
- support and information regarding how to balance your medical care with a challenging academic schedule
- information on adoption if you are considering this option
- For students who have SHIP: An approved referral is required for all family planning or prenatal care services. You may request this insurance referral from the following:
- See our maternity flier for all the details you'll need to get started.
- Tang Advice Nurse: Call (510) 643-7197
- Social Services: (510) 642-6074
- Tang physician or nurse practitioner
- If you are considering pregnancy termination services:
- Schedule a Social Services appointment
- to discuss types of termination services available
- assist with insurance referrals
- offer emotional support as needed
- discuss academic adjustments
- offer tips for self-care
- Schedule a Social Services appointment
More information
- Locator for prenatal care providers
- UHS Maternity care information (insurance)
- UHS Student parent resource guide
- For SHIP insurance information
- If you would like to make an appointment with a clinician or speak to a counselor, please make an appointment through eTang or by calling (510) 642-2000.