Uljugun Launches Ulsan's First "Postpartum Care Expense Support Program"... Up to 500,000 Won Reimbursement for Families with Newborns

Uljugun, Ulsan will launch the city's first "Postpartum Care Expense Support Program" starting July 3, with the aim of reducing the financial burden on families with newborns and supporting the healthy recovery of mothers after childbirth.

This program was initiated to provide effective, demand-driven support measures and to help families begin early childcare in a stable manner. According to the Ministry of Health and Welfare's 2024 survey on postpartum care, the average cost of using a postpartum care center is about 2.86 million won, while at-home postpartum care costs an average of 1.25 million won, both of which place a significant financial strain on families with newborns.

In a survey conducted by Uljugun on "Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Childcare Support Policies," 48% of respondents identified "support for postpartum care expenses" as the most needed policy.

This support program applies to babies born on or after July 3. Up to 500,000 won per newborn will be reimbursed for actual expenses. Eligible applicants must register the birth in Uljugun, and either the mother or father must have been a registered resident of Uljugun for at least one month prior to the child's birth date.

Eligible expenses include: ▲ postpartum care center fees ▲ out-of-pocket costs for maternal and newborn care workers and at-home care services ▲ purchases of pharmaceuticals and health supplements at pharmacies. However, only expenses actually incurred at designated providers are eligible, and applicants must submit receipts or other supporting documents. Expenses at non-designated providers are not covered.

Applicants must use the services within three months of the birth date and submit their application to the public health center within six months of the birth. After review, the reimbursement will be deposited into the applicant's account.

Uljugun expects the total budget for this program to be 275 million won and plans to secure funding in the second supplementary budget in September. Accordingly, postpartum care expenses incurred after the program's launch date will be reimbursed retroactively after September.

Mayor Lee Soongeol stated, "Postpartum care is a crucial period for the health of both mothers and newborns," and added, "We hope this program will provide practical help to families with newborns. We will continue to develop and promote various projects to overcome low birth rates and encourage childbirth."

Uljugun Office

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