#maternal-health

#maternal-health

Breastfeeding can be more challenging than expected, requiring mothers to advocate for their own care and trust their instincts.

Black Breastfeeding Week emphasizes the personal nature of breastfeeding decisions, inviting honest reflections from Black women about their experiences.

The return of menstruation may initially affect breastfeeding, influencing milk supply and requiring adjustment for both mother and baby.

Slutty pumping, which involves having sex before pumping, may lead to increased breast milk production.

Georgia's abortion law has severe implications for women's health care, leading to preventable deaths like that of Amber Nicole Thurman.

Georgia's abortion ban is linked to two maternal deaths, prompting the disbanding of health committee responsible for reviewing such cases.

The dismissal of the Maternal Mortality Review Committee follows a scandal regarding confidential information leaks.

Maimonides Health's symposium aimed to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity by addressing key issues through expert seminars and community engagement.

Improving education could significantly reduce heart health disparities for Black and Hispanic mothers, nearly eliminating gaps associated with maternal cardiovascular health.

Strict Texas abortion laws can delay necessary medical treatment for miscarriages, resulting in tragic outcomes for mothers.

Toyoba Begum's experience illustrates the critical importance of accessible maternal healthcare in refugee camps, particularly for high-risk pregnancies.

The 'Strong Start & Beyond' initiative focuses on enhancing maternal health and addressing healthcare distrust in marginalized communities.

Adejumo highlights the desperate need for safe abortion access in rural Nigeria, reflecting on her personal experiences and community support for women.

The closure of obstetric services poses serious risks to maternal health, particularly for uninsured and Medicaid patients.

Pregnancy and postpartum significantly alter brain structure, including reduced gray matter and enhanced white matter connectivity.

Pregnancy brain exists and involves significant brain changes during and after gestation, indicated by a detailed brain mapping study of one woman.

Further research is needed to understand the implications of brain changes during pregnancy for maternal mental health.

Weight stigma negatively impacts pregnant women's healthcare experiences, often leading to trauma and misunderstandings despite their healthy pregnancies.

Pregnancy often leads to elevated stress, which can negatively impact both mothers and their babies; managing this stress is vital for a healthier experience.

Pregnancy after 35 is often misrepresented; older parents' children tend to be healthier and perform better in school.

Never decline the glucose test during pregnancy to check for gestational diabetes, as it can prevent serious health risks for both mother and baby.

The placenta is an underutilized resource that could provide key insights into maternal and fetal health during and after pregnancy.

The PlacentaVision tool utilizes AI to analyze placentas and detect abnormalities, improving neonatal and maternal healthcare outcomes.

America's crisis in maternal health and childcare disproportionately impacts women, revealing systemic issues in the workplace and societal support.

300,000 women die during pregnancy yearly, prompting initiatives like the Zero Mothers Die app to combat maternal mortality, especially in poor regions.

New York mandates 20 hours of paid prenatal leave, becoming the first state in the U.S. to implement such a law.

Surrogates face higher health risks than biological mothers, highlighting the need for improved prenatal care and stricter regulations in surrogate pregnancies.

New York's new law provides 20 hours of paid leave for prenatal appointments, ensuring pregnant workers don't sacrifice income for healthcare.

The Crameris' loss inspired the formation of Babies Above, a charity aimed at supporting families affected by pregnancy loss.

Arkansas lacks postpartum Medicaid expansion, leaving many women, including new mothers, without essential health care coverage after childbirth.

The Newborn Navigator Act provides essential resources for new parents in New York during the critical postpartum 'fourth trimester.'

Postpartum bladder control issues often surprise new mothers, highlighting the need for better awareness and education on this topic.

Maternal exercise during pregnancy can significantly reduce asthma risk in children.

Tajjii Ferguson faced immense challenges as a single mother of two children with severe health issues, including her newborn who was born with CVT.

Direct cash assistance program launched for pregnant, homeless women aims to improve maternal health and reduce child poverty.

Kelly Rowland participates in distributing essential maternal and newborn supplies to combat child poverty and improve mental health among new mothers.

Young mothers in the U.S. face a significantly higher risk of homicide during pregnancy and postpartum, particularly those under 25.

Women in gestational surrogacy arrangements face higher health risks than other pregnant women.

The maternal death of Bevorlin Garcia Barrios at Woodhull Medical Center highlights serious issues in maternity care, prompting scrutiny of hospital practices.

The article discusses how photographer Maggie Shannon's work demystifies childbirth, revealing its complexity and beauty amidst challenges in women's healthcare.

A new program in Boston supports expectant Black mothers by providing free doulas to improve their labor and delivery experience.

The California maternal health initiative is criticized for inadequately addressing systemic racism affecting maternal mortality rates.

Advocates urge a reevaluation of the plan to ensure it effectively tackles the issues of equity in maternal health.

Texas is facing a potential maternal health crisis due to physician shortages and restrictive abortion laws.

Doctors providing maternal care are increasingly leaving states with strict abortion laws, leading to reduced services for patients.

Pregnant women face inadequate care in strict abortion ban states, leading to tragic outcomes when emergency situations are not treated appropriately.

Porsha Ngumezi's preventable death highlights how abortion laws affect medical care, compromising patient safety and diverging from standard practices.

Child care use helps reduce the negative impact of decreased maternal sleep on postpartum depression.

Stigma prevents many mothers suffering from PMADs from receiving support and treatment, often leading to untreated conditions for years.

Increased awareness and detection of maternal high blood pressure is crucial to reducing stroke and mortality risks during pregnancy.

Breana Williams' traumatic pregnancy experience underscores the maternal health crisis in the U.S., where severe complications like preeclampsia are alarmingly common.

Green Cars For Kids provides free transportation for low-income pregnant women to reduce complications and improve access to prenatal care.

Recovery and motherhood intersect complexly, where access to support is crucial for women's health, especially in states with restrictive abortion laws.

Amber Thurman died preventably due to complications from abortion pills and delayed medical care in a state with restrictive abortion laws.

Policies promoted by abortion opponents fail to genuinely support women's health and well-being.