Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance (MAMA)

About

Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance (MAMA) is a centralized state portal and mobile app administered by the Office of the Mississippi Attorney General. Created by the Mississippi Legislature, it acts as a digital clearinghouse connecting pregnant women, new mothers, and families to state and community resources:
Health & Medical Care: Connects users to free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, Medicaid enrollment, mental health counseling, and addiction recovery resources.
Infant & Maternal Essentials (Goods): Directs families to local diaper banks and centers providing free car seats, strollers, cribs, formula, and maternity/infant clothing.
Food & Financial Assistance: Provides navigation for SNAP/WIC enrollment, food pantries, community kitchens, rent/utility assistance, and childcare subsidies.
Safety, Legal & Adoption Resources: Links to domestic violence shelters, legal aid services, adoption support, and information on Mississippi's Safe Haven laws.
Jobs & Education: Connects mothers with job openings, workforce development training, adult education, and financial literacy classes.

Essential details

Who is eligible

Pregnant women, new mothers, mothers-to-be, and families with young children across Mississippi seeking immediate healthcare, material goods, or financial support.

Spanish language support