About MCAH

The Division of Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) supports and advocates for the wellbeing of infants, mothers, fathers, children, and adolescents, and their families in Los Angeles County.

Vision

All women, men, infants, children, adolescents, and their families in Los Angeles County will thrive in a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment.

Mission

To maximize the health and quality of life for all women, infants, children, and adolescents and their families in Los Angeles County.

Programs and Resources Available

The Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Division envisions a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for all women, infants, children, adolescents, and families in Los Angeles County. Its major programs include:

  • Prenatal and Postpartum Health
  • Child Health
  • Adolescent Health
  • Data Resources Center

Prenatal and Postpartum Health

Supporting the health and well-being of birthing people, infants, and families is essential for strong, thriving communities. Our comprehensive prenatal and postpartum programs are designed to provide guidance, care, and resources throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the early stages of parenting.

African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Prevention Initiative (AAIMM)

Obtain free doula care, fatherhood support and get involved with your local Community Action Team. Click here to learn more.

AAIMM Doula Program

The AAIMM Doula Program, recognized nationally for its innovation and effectiveness, provides culturally competent, complimentary support to Black/African American pregnant residents of LA County. Click here to learn more.

Black Infant Health

Prenatal and postpartum services for black women 16 years or older to encourage healthy behaviors during pregnancy. Click here to learn more.

Enhanced Perinatal Services Program

Statewide comprehensive perinatal services program. Offering technical support and resources to LA County providers.

Home Visiting Programs

From pregnancy through age 5, our FREE home visiting programs bring support right to you. Click here to learn more.

Safe Sleep/Suddent Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Obtain free doula care, fatherhood support and get involved with your local Community Action Team. Click here to learn more.

Additional Resources

For Providers

Find a CPSP Provider

Interested in finding a CPSP Provider near you? Click learn more to locate one near you.

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LA County Home Visitation Referral Form

Know of someone expecting and/or recently postpartum who could benefit from participating in LA County’s Home Visiting Programs? Confidentially refer them today. Click learn more to access the form.

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Black Infant Health Program Referral

Are you a Black/African American woman, age 18 or older, up to 30 weeks pregnant or parenting a child less than 6 months old looking for support through your pregnancy/postpartum journey? Consider joining the Black Infant Health Program. Click learn more below for full details.

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Children's Medical Services

Find out about preventive screenings, diagnostic, treatment, rehabilitation, and other follow-up services for Children in LA County. Click below to learn more.

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News and Updates

This section will feature news and updates related to Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health. Stay tuned for more.