Melea retweeted
#HRSA’s Home Visiting Program offers free, voluntary home visits to help families thrive. Find a local program near you: ms.spr.ly/6011S2qIN #MaternalHealth
ALT Pregnant woman and friend sitting happily on couch together.
Melea retweeted
Thanks, @kellymarklive, for highlighting the importance of postpartum nurse visits! We totally agree, Mark—a good swaddle is both safe and snuggly for babies. Check it out at the 1:30 mark: tinyurl.com/yzvhhjm4
Melea retweeted
ICYMI I joined @zackhawkinsnc and other advocates at #NCGA on Tuesday to call attention to black maternal health in #NC.
We filed SB 838, also known as MOMnibus 2.5. #ncpol
wnct.com/news/north-carolina…
NC lawmakers, advocates call for action to address crisis in Black maternal health ncnewsline.com/2024/06/19/nc… via @NCNewsline
The US faces a deadly maternal mental health crisis — and it may be getting worse thehill.com/policy/healthcar…
Wonderful news out of Ohio this morning! Thank you @GovMikeDeWine!
We know that the two biggest causes of death for infants are being born too early and not sleeping in a safe environment. Both of those things can be prevented.
With a focus on reducing premature births and encouraging safe sleep, we have helped thousands of pregnant women and new moms get medical care and other resources to access baby cribs, healthy food, breastfeeding support, and guidance on stress management. We have also greatly expanded our home visiting program and will be helping nearly 36,000 expectant mothers this year have healthy babies.
We are now launching a new pilot program in 11 Ohio counties that we call Family Connects. Every new mom -- no matter her income -- will be eligible to receive a visit from a nurse about three weeks after delivering her baby. These visiting nurses can guide families to clinical or community supports, recognize when a mom and baby may need additional help because of exhaustion or trouble breastfeeding, and remind or teach new moms about how a baby can sleep safely.
In our next budget, I will be asking the Ohio General Assembly for support to take Family Connects statewide. #OhioSOTS24
Every baby deserves a strong start. The #FAMILYAct would mean families can take time to bond with and care for their babies after birth or adoption and in times of need. #ThinkBabiesAndAct today. #CareCantWait
Melea retweeted
I was on Capitol View this morning discussing Maternal Health. This is a pressing issue for our state. I appreciate @RobyBrock having me on to share some of the progress we’ve made and ideas for future legislation. #arpx #arleg @TBArkansas
youtu.be/O-vKPlwaic8?feature…
Announcing the Launch of OWH's New Campaign Addressing Postpartum Depression content.govdelivery.com/acco…
Maternal Mortality Crisis and Extension of Medicaid Postpartum Coverage jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
Want to fix America’s maternal health crisis? Here’s where to start. washingtonpost.com/opinions/…
Such a privilege to be in the room with so many incredible advocates for maternal and child health and well-being. Thank you for your leadership @RepUnderwood @RepAdams @CoryBooker and all members of the @BMHCaucus.
FCI was excited to be a part of the Black Maternal Health Caucus Summit 2023! #FCI #blackmaternalhealth #Momnibus
Melea retweeted
Maternal health equity ensures that every person giving birth has a safe & healthy experience & has the opportunity to watch their child grow up and thrive.
Tell Congress to pass the Black Maternal Health #Momnibus Act.
action.momsrising.org/sign/B……
#ThisBarbie #MaternalJustice
I'm honored to be here today in support of Momnibus along with my colleagues from @Family_Connects.
TODAY: The @BMHCaucus is hosting the Black Maternal Health Caucus 2023 Stakeholder Summit in the U.S. Capitol!
We’re coming together to review the progress we've made and the work ahead to advance the #Momnibus and end our nation's maternal health crisis. Follow along here!
Melea retweeted
The #Momnibus would comprehensively address the clinical and non-clinical causes of maternal mortality, morbidity, and disparities in the United States.
Melea retweeted
This story, and so many other similar stories, are why I've introduced the Kira Johnson Act in Congress.
Now is the time to close the Black maternal health gap. Black moms matter, and we need culturally competent policies that improve care and save lives.
Kira Johnson died after giving birth to her second child in 2016. All seemed well at first, but within 12 hours she was dead. wcnc.com/article/news/health…
Melea retweeted
At the #NGAAnnualMeeting, @FirstLadyNJ released "Tackling the Maternal and Infant Health Crisis: A Governor’s Playbook" with policy options for states to improve infant and #maternalhealth. Read the playbook to learn more: nga.org/maternal-infant-heal…
Melea retweeted
After a yearlong nationwide listening tour, I am thrilled to release "Tackling the Maternal and Infant Health Crisis: A Governor's Playbook" – designed to make transformational change in a system that has historically failed our moms and babies.
📕: nga.org/wp-content/uploads/2…
Victory alert: A big win for women and families! I'm thrilled that the new national Pregnant Workers Fairness Act goes into effect this month – one of the biggest wins for working women and parents in decades. Learn more about your new rights here. abetterbalance.org/pregnant-…