A new report published in the Maternal and Child Health Journal, using
data gathered in 10 states by the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring
System (PRAMS), looks at challenges new mothers face two to nine months
postpartum. The report found the following major themes, in order of
their frequency reported by postpartum mothers:

1) the need for social support
2) breastfeeding issues
3) lack of education about newborn care after hospital discharge
4) postpartum depression
5) perceived need for longer postpartum hospital stay
6) the need for maternal insurance coverage beyond delivery.

The report’s authors conclude that these
results can be used to inform programs and policies designed to address
education and continuity of postpartum care for new mothers.

This study sheds more light on the importance of support and educational opportunities that many new families need. BirthPro continues to be committed to provided these services including Happiest Baby on the Block workshops and consultations, BabyPro classes and professional labor support.

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