Pregnancy and postpartum health

Postpartum depression support

After childbirth, it's natural to expect feelings of joy. However, some new mothers may find themselves overwhelmed, sad and even hopeless. This isn't your fault, and it's more common than you think.

While the "baby blues" - feelings of being emotional and tired - are common and typically fade within a few weeks, postpartum depression lasts longer and is more intense. Its exact cause is uncertain, but hormonal changes, fatigue from new responsibilities and genetic factors might contribute.

It's vital to communicate with your doctor if you're feeling consistently low post-pregnancy. There are effective treatments for postpartum depression and resources available to guide you through recovery.

WellSense partners with Carelon Behavioral Health (Carelon) to help members with postpartum depression or other behavioral health issues. Carelon's job is to help you find the right doctor or therapist for your needs. Then, Carelon works with these providers to decide what kind of care is best for you.

Call Carelon Behavioral Health at the numbers below.
MassHealth: 888-217-3501
New Hampshire Medicaid: 855-834-5655
Clarity and Qualified Health Plans: 877-959-5600

Pelvic floor physical therapy

Pelvic floor physical therapy is a specialized form of therapy aimed at strengthening the pelvic muscles and alleviating postpartum symptoms. It helps women regain control, support and balance in the pelvic region. WellSense covers pelvic floor physical therapy for newly postpartum members.

Ask your doctor for in-network physical therapists near you.

If you are a WellSense Medicaid member who has delivered a baby and attends a postpartum visit within 1-12 weeks after delivery, you can get 1 box of free diapers* in a few simple steps:

• Schedule a visit with your doctor or midwife for your postpartum visit between 1 and 12 weeks after giving birth.
• Download this form and bring it to your doctor or midwife when you go to your postpartum visit and have them complete and sign it.
  • Massachusetts Medicaid members:
    • English form
    • Spanish form
  • New Hampshire Medicaid members:
    • English form
    • Spanish form

• Choose a diaper size for your new baby and complete the member information on the form.
• Mail the completed form to us at the address below or ask your doctor's office to fax the form to 617-951-3411.

Mailing address:

WellSense Health Plan

Attn: Quality PPV

529 Main Street, Suite 500

Charlestown, MA 02129

Please allow 4-6 weeks for shipping.

*WellSense members must have delivered their baby and completed their postpartum checkup with their doctor or midwife within 1-12 weeks after delivery to be eligible to receive a free box of diapers from WellSense. You must be a WellSense Medicaid member at the time of your postpartum visit to receive a free box of diapers.

Lead exposure can have lasting effects on a child's health and development. It's important to get early lead screenings for babies to detect and manage any potential exposure promptly.

Lead screening is covered under WellSense plans, simply ask your child's doctor.

New Hampshire members can receive $50* for taking their newborns and children under 2 years old to get their lead screening. Have your child's doctor complete this form after the screening: Rewards Reimbursement Form