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A recent collection of evidence highlighting the importance of holistic, long-term care of women and mothers well beyond the bump published in the Lancet Global Health. A new series of videos explains key figures in the series. Our first video looks at determinants of maternal health and the ways that a person’s unique context—from the individual level to the level of the planet—can affect their experience of pregnancy, childbirth, and the weeks after. Our paper on this topic also investigates the relationship between these factors and how they play into the maternal mortality transition, or the gradual shift from high maternal mortality to low maternity mortality. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4av7fHU    Congratulations to Joao Paulo Souza, Louise Tina Day, Ana Clara Rezende Gomes, Jun Zhang, Rintaro Mori, Adama Baguiya, Kapila Jayaratne, Prof Alfred Osoti MBChB MMed MPH PhD, Prof Joshua P Vogel, Oona Campbell, Kidza Y Mugerwa, Prof Pisake Lumbiganon, Özge Tunçalp, Jenny Cresswell, Lale Say, Allisyn Moran and Femi Oladapo. 

We're continuing to support Black Maternal Health Week by bringing awareness to the disparities in pregnancy outcomes for the Black community. In our last post, we talked about what healthcare providers and systems can do. Let's shift to what pregnant people and their families can do: · Get regular prenatal check-ups – they're all important. · Talk to a healthcare provider if anything doesn’t feel right or is concerning. · Know and seek immediate care if experiencing any urgent maternal warning signs, including severe headache, extreme swelling of hands or face, trouble breathing, heavy vaginal bleeding or discharge, or overwhelming tiredness. · Share recent pregnancy history during each medical visit for up to one year after delivery. · Connect with healthcare and social support systems before, during, and after pregnancy. Learn more about BMHW here: https://hubs.ly/Q02sWWt40 Read more from the CDC here: https://hubs.ly/Q02sWXFM0 #BMHW24

Despite spending more than any other country on maternity care, the U.S. has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the developed world. There are extreme racial and ethnic disparities in rates of pregnancy-related death — defined as the death of a woman while pregnant or within 1 year of the end of pregnancy from any cause related to or aggravated by the pregnancy. This Black Maternal Health Week, we are highlighting two CEAL programs that are dedicated to promoting maternal health equity, especially in populations disproportionately impacted by high rates of pregnancy-related complications and deaths. Discover how the Maternal Health Community Implementation Program (MH-CIP) and Implementing a Maternal health and PRegnancy Outcomes Vision for Everyone Community Implementation Program (IMPROVE-CIP) are working together with communities towards a future in which the experience of pregnancy and birth can be safer for everyone: https://bit.ly/48y7f8Z #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

Every two minutes, a woman dies during pregnancy and childbirth. Most of these deaths occur in countries with poor health infrastructure and are preventable when women have access to quality maternity care before, during, and after childbirth. In the U.S., maternal mortality has been rising over the past two decades, despite progress in reducing maternal deaths globally, and there are persistent racial disparities in maternal health outcomes. Read Rabin Martin's case study on how we helped to design the strategy for Merck for Mothers – Merck’s bold initiative to help end preventable maternal mortality worldwide – and how we continue to be a key partner in ensuring its global impact: https://lnkd.in/ecjTJGPF

While the U.S. holds the title of leading the way in health spending, the reality for many mothers, especially women of color, paints a different picture. This Preeclampsia Awareness Month hits close to home. Despite national advancements, far too many women navigate pregnancy without the proper support and knowledge they deserve. This lack of access to quality prenatal care contributes to the heartbreaking rise in maternal mortality rates and pregnancy complications. Preeclampsia, affecting 5-7% of pregnancies globally, has devastating consequences. Each year, thousands of mothers and babies are lost to this preventable condition. In the U.S., the disparity is even more alarming: Black women face a 60% higher risk compared to White women, often with tragic outcomes. These numbers are a call to action. We believe every mother deserves an empowered pregnancy journey. That's why we go beyond awareness. We're here to bridge the gap in maternal healthcare by providing science-backed resources, advanced tools, and preventive measures throughout pregnancy and postpartum. With technological advancements, we can create a future where mothers, especially women of color, have access to the care they need for healthier, happier lives. #preeclampsiaawarenessmonth #maternalhealth #peopleofcolor #pregnancycare #postpartumcare #myrihealth

🚨 Why is it More Dangerous to Be Pregnant in the U.S. Than a Police Officer on Duty? The truth is shocking—and disturbing. Women's health, especially during pregnancy, is in crisis. At RenewRx, we believe it’s time for a change. We’ve created a comprehensive solution designed for both patients and healthcare providers. From addressing the pain points of Gestational Diabetes to tackling provider burnout, our platform offers the support women and providers need to navigate pregnancy with better health outcomes. Our mission? To revolutionize prenatal care and empower women to take control of their nutrition, lifestyle, and overall health. Curious to learn more? Let’s talk! Connect with our founder and CEO, Kari Cao, to see how RenewRx is driving change in women's health. 🔗 Book a chat here : https://lnkd.in/gDnZEieb #WomensHealth #GestationalDiabetes #HealthcareInnovation #PregnancySupport #ProviderBurnout #RenewRx

According to the CDC, Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women. Several factors contribute to this statistic, including social determinants of health, which prevent people from minority groups from receiving the healthcare they need. Understanding increased risk and connecting to resources can help save women’s lives before, after and during pregnancy. Linked below is information from the CDC to prevent pregnancy-related deaths, and we encourage you to talk to your primary care provider if you have any questions or concerns. https://bit.ly/44deTom

There is a maternal health crisis in Pennsylvania. Maternal health deserts—places where there are low to no birthing services—are growing. Shrinking access to obstetric care has led to growing rates of maternal mortality and morbidity. Trends are even more disturbing for people of color and in our rural communities, who are at a higher risk of dying during or after pregnancy. HAP and #PAHosptials believe that moms and babies deserve to thrive. That is why we advocate for policies that expand access to prenatal and postpartum health care. Learn more and stay informed about this issue via HAP's Healthy Me PA platform: https://lnkd.in/ea3Sy7U4

Did you know that a person’s pregnancy journey continues after delivery? The postpartum period is a critical chapter in the maternal health journey, impacting women’s health, well-being, and overall experience. Despite its importance, it often remains overlooked and overshadowed by the focus on the 40-week clinical journey. In our new report 🌟Postpartum Care: Insights, Experiences, and Bright Spots 🌟 we highlight the need for greater support during the postpartum period, a time when many women feel their care from health care providers diminishes significantly. Instead, our 100 weeks framework offers a comprehensive view of the maternal health journey, capturing the highs, lows, stressors, barriers, and supports women experience from pre-pregnancy to one year postpartum. Learn more about these and other programs making a difference in postpartum care by visiting our Maternal & Child Health Care Resources Hub. We can improve the postpartum experience and maternal health outcomes overall. 💪 #MaternalHealth #PostpartumCare #USofCare Check out our report in the comments ⤵️

Cesarean Awareness Month, originated from a grassroots movement initiated in the 𝟏𝟗𝟕𝟎𝐬 by mothers in 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐒 and 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚. These mothers faced obstetric violence and misinformation during pregnancy, leading to the 𝐂𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 and later the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. This year's theme, ‘𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡,’ underlines the importance of informed birthing decisions and reducing unnecessary cesareans worldwide. Accordingly, 𝐅𝐞𝐦𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 innovations play a vital role in supporting this cause by offering digital solutions for women's health during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Companies like 𝐀𝐯𝐚, 𝐄𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐞, 𝐎𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞, and 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 actively support femtech innovations related to maternal health. These solutions and digital platforms empower women and improve maternal health outcomes. Engaging with these resources provides valuable information about cesarean sections, childbirth options, and maternal health, aligning with the goals of Cesarean Awareness Month. This Cesarean Awareness Month, acquaint yourselves with knowledge about childbirth choices and play a part in improving maternity care. Further, refer to our in-depth report summary on the 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐅𝐞𝐦𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭, and gain valuable insights: https://lnkd.in/dGEJT7jB . . . Bloomlife Inc Flo Health Inc. inne Ovia Health #cesareanawarnessmonth #cesareanawarness #femtech #healthcare #medicaldevices #digitalsolutions #maternalhealth #markettrends #inkwoodresearch