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Today, we stand with American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - ACOG to observe .

Our mission is to help more people learn about the urgency of the country's maternal mortality crisis and how we can work together to reverse its course.

When we invest in maternal, neonatal, and child health, everybody wins.

Join the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - ACOG on Sunday, January 23rd, for to help more people learn about the urgency of the country's maternal mortality crisis and how we can work together to reverse its course.

Countless factors can work together to improve maternal health. This year, ACOG will be highlighting:

⏩ Continuous Quality Improvement for Patient Safety
🤰 Optimization of Health Before, During, and After Pregnancy
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦Access to Family Planning
🤗 Integration of Respectful Care
✅ Protection and Prevention for Improved Outcomes

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Maternal Health Awareness Day ACOG observes Maternal Health Awareness Day on January 23 to help more people learn about the urgency of the country's maternal mortality crisis and how we can work together to reverse its course.

Much of the conversation in postpartum focuses on caring for the baby.

But what about mama?

Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) impacted 15-20% of moms before the COVID-19 pandemic. Now in its midst, experts estimate the rates of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders as much higher.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3tqhsmH

Maternal Mental Health (MMH) disorders include a range of disorders and symptoms, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, and psychosis.

These disorders and symptoms can occur during pregnancy and/or the postpartum period (together often referred to as the perinatal period).

When left untreated these disorders can cause devastating consequences for the mother, her baby, her family, and society.

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New and expecting mothers face not only changes to their lifestyles, but also changes to their bodies and hormones. Each woman’s experience will be different.

For some, accommodating the changes of pregnancy and having a baby may come easily – they will adopt new routines and their bodies will return to pre-pregnancy shape and chemistry with little difficulty.

For others, there may be physical and mental health struggles that arise.

Learn more from Mental Health America: https://bit.ly/3q0mlAF

“With a high-risk, twin pregnancy, we knew that a stay at the neonatal intensive care unit was likely — but we really had no idea what it would look like, both for the babies and for us…”

Local writer and mother of three, Jen Colletta, shares her experiences in this deeply-personal account of a day in the life of a NICU parent.

Read more: https://bit.ly/318VU29

Cc: Philadelphia Gay News, Jefferson Health - Abington

Access educational and support resources created by the March of Dimes for women preparing for childbirth — and families caring for newborns during the lingering COVID-19 pandemic.

🛠 Get tools and resources
🏃‍♀️ Take action
👥 Join a group
📙 Share your story
👉 Give now
🔬 Review COVID-19 specific research

Visit the website now: https://bit.ly/3qIqJDQ

Get ready to be inspired!

Check out the Maternal Health Innovation Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.

From what is going well to what needs to be done to better serve women and birthing people — and advance maternal health equity — they share innovative work, new strategies, and impactful stories from people who are changing birthing care for families in our country.

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Maternal Health Innovation Podcast - Maternal Health Learning and Innovation Center Join us as we speak with experts about ways we can better serve women and birthing people and advance maternal health equity. From what is going well to what needs […]

Breastfeeding is a journey.

There are ups and downs and feelings of accomplishment and frustration. WIC is there to help every step of the way, no matter what stage of the breastfeeding journey you’re in.

Watch the video to learn how the U.S. Department of Agriculture's WIC Breastfeeding Support campaign serves to assist and support breastfeeding moms —through each stage of their unique journey.

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What is WIC Breastfeeding Support What is WIC Breastfeeding Support WIC breastfeeding moms and WIC staff discuss how the WIC Breastfeeding Support campaign serves to assist and support breast...

If you are traveling to or returning from holiday gatherings or other events, testing can be used to screen for a COVID-19 infection without symptoms.

cc: HealthyChildren.org, American Academy of Pediatrics

COVID-19 Testing and Kids: What you Should Know Should your child be tested for COVID-19? Your pediatrician can talk with you about the different types of coronavirus tests, what each type can and cannot do, and when tests can be most useful.

The March of Dimes released their 2021 Report Card, offering a comprehensive overview of the maternal and infant health crisis.

The report grades the U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and 100 cities on preterm birth rates, and includes other information such as infant death, social vulnerability, low-risk cesarean births.

It also reports on state efforts related to Medicaid expansion and extension, doula and midwives legislation/policies, among other factors — and outlines important policy solutions that can make a difference.

🔎 Review your state's score and use this tool to identify critical ways to raise awareness and create change in your local community.

March of Dimes Report Card The U.S. premature birth rate declined for the seventh year in a row, but the country on the whole still gets a C rating.