Resources
Benefits and government programs, housing help, your rights at work, and trusted guides and videos on caring for your baby. Every link goes to an official or long-established source.
Applying is always free
A real government program never charges a fee to apply, and never asks for gift cards or a payment to release a grant. If someone does, it is a scam.
About grants
Money that goes directly to mothers almost always comes through the benefit programs listed here, not one-off grants. Local charities sometimes give small emergency grants: in the United States, call 211; in Mexico, ask at your municipal DIF office.
A federal cash-support program for the children of working mothers, single fathers and guardians. Who qualifies, how much it pays and when registration opens change each year, so check the official site or ask at a Bienestar office.
Secretaría de BienestarOpen the site ↗
If you are insured through IMSS, you can receive a single certificate covering 84 days of paid leave around the birth. See your family doctor at your clinic during pregnancy to start the process. On the IMSS site, look for the maternity (“Maternidad”) section.
IMSSOpen the site ↗
The DIF runs food support, early-childhood centers, legal help and protection services for mothers and children. What is offered depends on your state and municipality, so ask at your local DIF office.
Sistema Nacional DIFOpen the site ↗
The national network of food banks, with member banks in most states. Contact the one nearest you to ask how families can receive food.
Red BAMXOpen the site ↗
Short, clear films made with health professionals: getting a good latch, positions, knowing your baby is getting enough, and everyday newborn care. Available in Spanish, English and many other languages.
Global Health Media ProjectOpen the site ↗
Articles and videos from child-development experts on feeding, sleep, play, and looking after your own wellbeing as a parent, organized by your child's age.
UNICEFOpen the site ↗
Answers written by pediatricians to the questions every parent asks, from fevers to first foods. The whole site is available in Spanish and English.
American Academy of PediatricsOpen the site ↗
Guidance for families in Mexico on breastfeeding, nutrition, vaccination and affectionate, violence-free parenting.
UNICEF MéxicoOpen the site ↗
Links opened and checked in November 2026. Programs, amounts and rules change, so confirm the details on each official site. Local programs and city rules vary; see Places for help near you.