Your Guide to Pregnancy Resources in Northern Colorado

You have so many decisions ahead of you—and many of those decisions rely on knowing what resources are available to support you as you navigate this pregnancy. At A Friend for You, we partner with nonprofits and organizations that go out of their way to provide quality, free or low-cost care for women in Fort Collins and the surrounding areas.

To help you get started, we’ve compiled a list of local resources ready to assist you with emotional support, medical care, practical assistance, and more. These are just a few tips to point you toward the help you deserve.

Emotional and Community Support Resources

Without a strong support network, the experience can easily feel overwhelming. Fortunately, Northern Colorado offers many free or low-cost services to help pregnant women feel connected, supported, and empowered.

1. Free or Low-Cost Counseling Services

For women experiencing emotional challenges during pregnancy, these organizations provide affordable or free mental health support:

• Alternatives to Violence: Offers free counseling services for women experiencing stress or unsafe situations during pregnancy. (alternativestoviolence.org)
• Foundations Counseling: Provides sliding-scale therapy for individuals in need, including pregnancy-related counseling. (foundationscounselingllc.com)
• Colorado Crisis Services: A free, 24/7 hotline offering immediate mental health support for anyone in emotional distress. Call 1-844-493-TALK or text “TALK” to 38255. (coloradocrisisservices.org)

2. Free Support Groups

Connecting with others who understand your experience can be incredibly reassuring. Consider these free support group options:

• Birthline of Loveland: Provides peer-led pregnancy support groups for women, focusing on emotional health and shared experiences. (birthlineloveland.org)
• 3Hopeful Hearts: Offers free support groups for women experiencing pregnancy loss, creating a compassionate space for healing. (3hopefulhearts.com)
• WRC Of the Rockies (Windsor): Hosts free parenting and pregnancy-related classes in a group setting, offering practical advice and emotional support. (https://wrcoftherockies.org/)

3. Free Community and Wellness Resources

Community spaces can be a great way to access affordable or free pregnancy-related resources. Examples include:

• Health District of Northern Larimer County: Provides free or low-cost health and wellness services, including mental health programs and prenatal education. (healthdistrict.org)
• Alpha Center: Offers free pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, STI testing, and counseling for women navigating unexpected pregnancies. (thealphacenter.org)
• Poudre River Public Library: Offers free parenting and pregnancy-related books, workshops, and events. (poudrelibraries.org)

Medical and Health Resources

Ensuring you have access to quality medical care is a vital part of a healthy pregnancy. Fortunately, Northern Colorado offers a variety of free and low-cost medical and health resources for expectant mothers. From prenatal care to nutritional support, these services are here to help you and your baby thrive.

1. Prenatal Care Clinics

Prenatal care is essential for monitoring your baby’s development and your own health throughout pregnancy. These clinics provide affordable or free care:

• Larimer County Department of Health and Environment: Offers low-cost prenatal care services, including screenings and referrals to other medical providers. (larimer.gov/health)
• UCHealth Family Medicine Center (Fort Collins): Provides comprehensive prenatal and post-pregnancy care for low-income women through the Poudre Valley Prenatal program. Services include assistance with Medicaid applications, prenatal care, birth classes, and postpartum care. (https://www.uchealth.org/locations/uchealth-family-medicine-center-fort-collins/)
• Salud Family Health Centers (Fort Collins and Loveland): Offers comprehensive prenatal care and support for low-income families. (saludclinic.org)

2. Nutritional Support Programs

Proper nutrition is a cornerstone of a healthy pregnancy. These programs ensure that you and your baby get the nutrients you need:

• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Provides free nutritional counseling, breastfeeding support, and access to healthy foods for eligible pregnant women. (https://www.larimer.gov/health/maternal-family-and-nutrition-health/wic) 
• Double Up Food Bucks Colorado: A program that matches SNAP benefits dollar-for-dollar when purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets and grocery stores, effectively doubling your spending power on produce. (https://doubleupcolorado.org/)
• Food Bank for Larimer County: Supplies free food, including fresh produce and staples, for pregnant women and families in need. (food bank larimer.org)

3. Local Hospitals and Maternity Care

When it comes to delivery and specialized maternity care, these hospitals provide top-notch services, often with financial aid options:

• UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital (Fort Collins): Renowned for its maternity care unit and financial assistance programs. (uchealth.org)
• Banner Health (Loveland): Offers comprehensive maternity and postpartum care with a focus on patient comfort and individualized plans. (bannerhealth.com)
• North Colorado Medical Center (Greeley): Provides excellent prenatal and maternity services, including high-risk pregnancy care. (bannerhealth.com)

Practical Assistance and Material Resources

Pregnancy often comes with additional financial and material needs, and it’s not uncommon to feel unsure about how to manage them. Fortunately, Northern Colorado is home to a variety of programs and organizations offering free or low-cost practical assistance to help you feel prepared and supported.

1. Baby Supplies and Clothing Assistance

Many local organizations provide essential items for expectant mothers and their babies at no cost:

• Realities for Children (Fort Collins): Offers a variety of resources, including clothing, baby supplies, and emergency assistance for families in need. (realitiesforchildren.com)
• House of Neighborly Service (Loveland): Provides free diapers, baby clothing, and other essentials to families facing financial hardships. (honservice.org)
• Birthline of Loveland: Distributes free baby clothes, formula, and other necessities to pregnant women and new mothers. (birthlineloveland.org)

2. Housing and Financial Assistance

Stable housing and financial support are critical during pregnancy. Here are some resources to help:

• Neighbor to Neighbor (Fort Collins): Offers rent assistance and housing counseling to ensure families have a safe place to live. (n2n.org)
• Catholic Charities of Larimer County: Provides transitional housing programs and financial aid for pregnant women and families in crisis. (ccdenver.org)
• The Family Center/La Familia (Fort Collins): Offers emergency financial assistance and support services for families facing financial challenges. (thefamilycenterfc.org)

3. Food Assistance Programs

Good nutrition is vital for both you and your baby. These organizations help provide access to healthy food:

• Food Bank for Larimer County: Offers free groceries, including fresh produce and pantry staples, to families in need. (food bank larimer.org)
• Serve 6.8: Offers food assistance to pregnant women and families through a network of church and community partnerships. Their programs ensure access to nutritious meals and provide additional resources to help expectant mothers feel supported during this important time. (serve68.org)
• Meals on Wheels Fort Collins: Provides home-delivered meals to individuals in need, including pregnant women who may struggle with meal preparation. (fcmow.org)

Remember, We’re Here to Help You Find the Right Resources

Having access to great resources can make a tremendous difference, but we know that even with the best tools at your disposal, nothing replaces the comfort of knowing you have someone in your corner. At A Friend for You, we’re here to offer not only practical guidance but also the kind of friendship that provides reassurance, encouragement, and someone to trust.

If you’d like to sit down and explore which resources best align with your unique needs, we’d love to hear from you. Together, we can work to ensure you feel supported, empowered, and ready to take on whatever comes next. Reach out today, and let us help you find both the resources and the confidence you need to move forward.