New Peripartum Depression Study Shows Gap Between Screening and Outcomes Read about our peer-reviewed journal article on the results of our peripartum depression study of acute and behavioral health caregivers. Learn More
Innovative Approaches To Improve Maternal Mortality and Maternal Care Innovative approaches to improve maternal mortality are happening globally through a range of resourceful and creative initiatives. Learn More
5 Misconceptions About Virtual Reality Training for Health Care Misconceptions may prevent organizations from benefiting from the unique capabilities of virtual reality training for health care. Learn More
Midwives Abroad: Jhpiego’s Work Shows Commonalities With U.S. Maternal Care Jhpiego’s work with midwives abroad reveals commonalities applicable to maternal care both domestically and internationally. Learn More
Nurse-Midwives: Solution for Maternity Care Deserts? Lack of access to care is a leading factor in maternal mortality, according to a March of Dimes 2022 report, which found that 2.2 million U.S. women of childbearing age live in maternity care deserts. Learn More
Be Prepared for Dobbs Decision Impact on Maternal Mortality The Dobbs v. Jackson decision raises questions about inhibiting treatment options for at-risk maternal cases and the effects on maternal mortality. Learn More
When Risks Collide: Maternal Mortality and Mental Health Look at how maternal care and mental health intersect with the collaboration of obstetrics and behavioral health care teams. Learn More
The Silent Rise of Maternal Sepsis With sepsis-related maternal mortality on the rise, healthcare leaders are pressed to improve education and training for labor and delivery teams. Learn More
Behind the Curtain: The Role, Cost, and Future of C-Sections C-sections are associated with higher risks of patient harm and higher costs. After their growth in popularity among moms and providers, national efforts are now being made to reduce unnecessary C-sections. Learn More
Why Reducing C-Sections Is a Priority for Moms and Providers Compared to vaginal birth, C-sections result in higher instances of maternal mortality, longer hospital stays, and excessive bleeding. Despite these risks, C-sections have continued to increase in popularity among patients — even when the procedure isn’t medically necessary. Learn More