Pregnant On Campus

On-Campus Resources During Pregnancy

If you are pregnant while attending Tufts University, you have the right to access accommodations and support to help you continue your education while also caring for yourself and your pregnancy. The following resources can ensure you have access to the care and support you need. 

Health Services 

Tufts Health Services provides gynecological care and family planning services for students. If you are continuing your pregnancy, they will refer you to local providers for prenatal care and to other specialists as needed. Health Services can also provide information about insurance and financial assistance options. To talk to someone at Health Services or to make an appointment, call 617-627-3350 or use the student portal. 

Financial Aid Office 

If you are experiencing financial hardship because of costs related to pregnancy, Tufts may be able to provide financial assistance through grants, scholarships, or emergency loans. While the office has no standard policy for addressing pregnancy, a Financial Aid Counselor can discuss your situation with you one-on-one. Counselors are assigned to students based on their degree program and last name. Find yours and make a virtual appointment with them at Contact Financial Services or call the Financial Aid Office at 617-627-2000.

Office of Residential Life and Learning 

Tufts University does not currently have specific policies regarding student housing for pregnant students and does not offer family housing. However, ORLL is committed to supporting students and providing appropriate housing accommodations whenever possible. For questions about housing changes related to pregnancy, you can reach the ORLL at 617-627-3248 or studentservices@tufts.edu. 

Counseling and Mental Health Services 

CMHS provides free, confidential counseling to Tufts students. They can provide support and resources for students who are dealing with the emotional challenges of pregnancy. To schedule an appointment, call 617-627-3360, use the student portal, or make an appointment online.  

Office of Equal Opportunity 

OEO can provide information and support related to pregnancy discrimination and accommodations. To contact OEO, call 617-627-3298 or email oeo@tufts.edu or accommodations.oeo@tufts.edu. 

Off-Campus Resources for Pregnancy and Birth

Below are the five biggest hospitals in the Boston area that are leading providers in OB/GYN (pregnancy and birth) care. Providers at these hospitals can support you from pregnancy to birth and beyond. They offer services such as childbirth classes, midwives, nursing support, and more – follow the links or call the numbers below to learn more about what each hospital offers.  

(Please note that some of these hospitals’ websites refer to “women’s health” and are not gender-inclusive with their language. Whether a hospital’s website’s language is inclusive or not does not necessarily reflect the practices of the individual providers at each hospital.) 

The following hospitals are ranked highly based on reputation, expertise, and patient outcomes. However, they are by no means the only places to access OB/GYN care in the Boston area. The best option for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. You are welcome to do your own research to find the best hospital or medical provider for your specific situation. 

Insurance can cover prenatal care, gynecology, birth, etc. Large hospitals take many different types of insurance, but be sure to check with your insurance provider before making an appointment by calling the number on the back of your insurance card. There are also hospital staff such as social workers who can review costs and insurance with you. If you don’t have insurance, of the hospitals below, Boston Medical Center will still provide you care. 

Brigham and Women’s Hospital 

This hospital has multiple locations around the Boston area along with affiliated OB/GYN practices and health centers. You can find a doctor, request an appointment, see their locations, and learn about the full range of their services on their website or by calling 800-294-9999. 

Massachusetts General Hospital 

This hospital’s main OB/GYN offices are located at 32 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114.  There are also additional locations around the greater Boston area. You can find a doctor, request an appointment, see their locations, and learn about the full range of their services on their website or by calling 617-724-2229.

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center 

This hospital’s OB/GYN offices are located at 330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215. You can find a doctor, request an appointment, and learn about the full range of their services on their website or by calling 617-667-4600. 

Boston Medical Center 

This hospital’s OB/GYN offices are located at 1 Boston Medical Center Place, Boston, MA 02118. You can find a doctor, request an appointment, and learn about the full range of their services on their website or by calling 617-414-2000.

Tufts Medical Center 

This hospital has OB/GYN offices in Boston located at 800 Washington Street, North Building, Boston, MA 02111. You can find a doctor, request an appointment, and learn about the full range of their services on their website or by calling 617-636-2229. 

A Closing Note

This is a lot of information! However you are feeling right now is okay.  

If you want to talk through your options and/or have someone walk through this information with you in person, you can make a confidential appointment with any CARE staff member.