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Health

Standard pregnancy care is now dangerously disrupted in Louisiana, report reveals

Louisiana's abortion ban has led to severe penalties for doctors, impacting their practices and causing fear among them.

The abortion ban in Louisiana is resulting in pregnant women being denied timely medical care, increasing health risks and complications. [ more ]

Slate Magazine

Women

Republican Officials Openly Insult Women Nearly Killed by Abortion Bans

Pregnant people are viewed as obstacles to privileging fetal life in anti-abortion efforts.

The denial of basic maternal health care and treatment is resulting in the death of pregnant women. [ more ]

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Brooklyn Eagle

NYC politics

New York governor pushes for paid medical leave during pregnancy

Pregnant people in New York may receive 40 hours of paid leave to attend prenatal appointments.

New York's plan aims to expand access to prenatal care and reduce maternal and infant mortality rates. [ more ]

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NYC politics

NY May Soon Become The First State In The Nation To Offer Paid Leave During Pregnancy

Pregnant people in New York may soon receive forty hours of paid leave during pregnancy under a new proposal by Governor Kathy Hochul.

The proposal aims to expand access to high-quality prenatal care and prevent maternal and infant deaths which primarily affect low-income and minority communities. [ more ]

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New York City

New York Could Become First State to Offer Paid Leave for Prenatal Care

New York proposes paid leave for prenatal care to address maternal and infant death.

Black women in New York City are nine times more likely to die from pregnancy or childbirth than white women. [ more ]

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5 days ago

Perelel's $10M Donation Advances Maternal Health Research and Supports Prenatal Care - Yanko Design

Perelel, a maternal health startup, pledges $10 million towards maternal healthcare research, showcasing commitment to maternal well-being. [ more ]

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6 days ago

Birthing friendly' label requires little effort by hospitals

Advocates question effectiveness of Biden administration's birthing friendly designation for hospitals in incentivizing better care for patients. [ more ]

Sun Sentinel

2 weeks ago

Babies born early, ill, or dead: Florida spends millions on prevention. Why isn't it getting better?

Bereavement doulas like Jennifer Clayton provide crucial support for grieving families after infant loss. [ more ]

Axios

2 weeks ago

1 in 3 births: C-section rate increases, again

The national C-section delivery rate increased to the highest rate since 2013, with factors such as patients' overall health and hospital politics influencing the rise. [ more ]

News

3 weeks ago

Conference aims to help experts foster health equity

The HEAL Conference focused on equipping public health leaders with tools for advocating and implementing equitable health practices. [ more ]

Truthout

3 months ago

States With Abortion Bans Also Have High Rates of Premature Births

The rate of preterm births in the U.S. has increased by nearly 12% from 2014 to 2022.

Racial and age disparities in preterm births have become more pronounced, with Black mothers more likely to give birth prematurely. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

2 weeks ago

NYC politics

New York set to offer the nation's first paid prenatal leave program * Brooklyn Paper

New York will be the first state to mandate paid prenatal leave for expecting mothers starting in 2025. [ more ]

www.bostonherald.com

3 weeks ago

Health

Dietary choices are linked to higher rates of preeclampsia among Latinas

A diet based on cultural food preferences for pregnant Latinas may reduce the risk of preeclampsia. [ more ]

The Drum

Marketing

Elvie's first-ever Times Square ad highlights post-partum struggles

Elvie is shedding light on postpartum challenges through its first digital out-of-home campaign at Times Square, emphasizing mental health struggles faced by new mothers.

A survey conducted by Elvie revealed that a significant percentage of mothers experience mental health complications post-birth, indicating inadequate postpartum care in the US. [ more ]

Adweek

Marketing

Elvie Lights Up Times Square to Smash Postpartum Taboos

Elvie is addressing maternal health challenges post-birth through advertising and a new report.

Survey by Elvie reveals significant lack of postpartum support and resources for new mothers. [ more ]

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Mental health

1 in 5 maternal deaths are from suicide. Why is it so hard to get help?

Postpartum depression is serious and can lead to tragic outcomes.

Screening and treatment for postpartum depression are lacking in the country. [ more ]

New York Post

2 months ago

Mental health

Grandparents may have significant impact on a mom's mental health, study finds: 'Wisdom and experience'

Grandparental support can have a significant impact on mothers' mental health, especially for single parents.

Maternal grandmothers' characteristics play a significant role in preventing maternal depression. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Women

Pregnant women less likely to be sent to prison under new guidelines

Impact of custody can be harmful for offenders and children [ more ]

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Can family doctors deliver rural America from its maternal health crisis?

Many rural areas in the US lack hospital services for delivering babies, causing declines in prenatal care.

Maternal deaths and infant mortality rates are persistently high in states like Georgia and Louisiana. [ more ]

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New York City

State of the State: Hochul Unveils Her Agenda

Gov. Kathy Hochul outlined her proposed agenda for the State of the State address, including a focus on A.I. technology and addressing longstanding problems in New York.

Hochul's proposal for an A.I. consortium aims to make New York a leader in the A.I. landscape by connecting research institutions and allocating funding for a supercomputing facility. [ more ]

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New York City

Why New York Has Faltered in Making Childbirth Safer for Black Mothers

Black women in New York City are nine times more likely to die from pregnancy or childbirth than white women, highlighting a significant racial disparity.

New York's efforts to address maternal health disparities include legislation, programs, and proposed plans, but it remains to be seen if these interventions will have a significant impact. [ more ]

HuffPost

Wellness

I Almost Died Giving Birth - Twice. This Is The Lifesaving Knowledge I Wish I'd Had.

Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause of death for women in childbirth globally, with around 70,000 women dying from it every year.

Women who have experienced PPH in the past are at a higher risk of experiencing the complication again in future pregnancies. [ more ]

The Atlantic

OMG science

The Most Mysterious Cells in Our Bodies Don't Belong to Us

During pregnancy, fetal cells can cross the placenta and enter the mother's body, where they can integrate into her organs and tissues.

These fetal cells can remain in the mother's body for many years, possibly for a lifetime, and have been found in various organs such as the heart, lungs, breast, colon, kidney, liver, and brain. [ more ]

Truthout

Public health

Being Black and Pregnant in the Deep South Can Be a Dangerous Combination

Black women and their infants face higher health risks during pregnancy and childbirth.

Black infant and maternal deaths in South Carolina are troubling. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Public health

'A call to action:' Discussing maternal health disparities in Black women

Maternal health disparities facing Black expectant mothers were discussed at a roundtable hosted by Brooklyn Law School and Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn.

The main topics addressed were proper training of hospital staff and preventive medicine. [ more ]

KQED

Public health

Maternity Group Care for and by Black People Is Improving Outcomes in Oakland | KQED

BElovedBIRTH Black Centering provides group perinatal and postnatal care for Black people from an all-Black health care team.

The program aims to address the high rates of pregnancy-related deaths and complications affecting Black women. [ more ]

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