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The Federal Office of Women’s Health Releases the m-PRI (Maternal Prenatal Risk Index)
The HHS Maternal Prenatal Risk Index (m-PRI) improves prediction of severe maternal morbidity and mortality, helping clinicians identify risk earlier. The post The Federal Office of Women’s Health Releases the m-PRI (Maternal Prenatal Risk Index) appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
Optimal Maternal Suicide Care While Doing No Harm
As we wind down maternal suicide awareness month 2025, we wanted to reshare the Policy Center’s maternal suicide screening and support protocol. The post Optimal Maternal Suicide Care While Doing No Harm appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
Why the ER Falls Short for Suicide Care—and What Systems Change is Needed
Emergency rooms often fall short in maternal suicide care. Learn why specialized crisis services, mobile teams, and rapid follow-up are needed. The post Why the ER Falls Short for Suicide Care—and What Systems Change is Needed appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
Unheard and Untreated: Listening to Mothers IV Report Exposes Systemic Failures in Maternal Care and Mental Health
Explore key findings from Listening to Mothers IV, including maternal mental health, birth equity, treatment gaps, respectful care, and policy solutions to improve outcomes for mothers nationwide. The post Unheard and Untreated: Listening to Mothers IV Report Exposes Systemic Failures in Maternal Care and Mental Health appeared first on Policy Center for Mat
An Interview About Employee Benefits, Including Mental Health and Maternal Health
Learn how large employers shape health benefits and what can be done to improve access to mental health and maternal health care for families. The post An Interview About Employee Benefits, Including Mental Health and Maternal Health appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
Beyond the Bundle: Key Implementation Considerations for the 2027 Unbundling of Maternity Care Payment
Learn how the 2027 unbundling of maternity care payments could transform prenatal and postpartum care, maternal mental health, and provider reimbursement. The post Beyond the Bundle: Key Implementation Considerations for the 2027 Unbundling of Maternity Care Payment appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
2025 State Maternal Mental Health Legislation Report
Discover how states are addressing maternal mental health. Read the 2025 State Maternal Mental Health Legislation Report for bill updates and policy insights. The post 2025 State Maternal Mental Health Legislation Report appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
It’s Time For Congress to Address the Cost of Maternity Care
With maternity care unbundling in 2027, Congress must pass the Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act to eliminate cost-sharing and make birth affordable. The post It’s Time For Congress to Address the Cost of Maternity Care appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
Integrating Maternal Mental Health Care into Maternity Care, Community of Learning Announced
The Community of Learning will support states in implementing clinical practice guidelines starting in pregnancy and throughout the postpartum period.… The post Integrating Maternal Mental Health Care into Maternity Care, Community of Learning Announced appeared first on Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health .
House Committee Passes Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations with Both Increases and Decreases for Programs Relevant to Maternal Mental Health
Explore the House FY2027 appropriations bill, including proposed increases for the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline and Safe Motherhood programs, as well as funding cuts affecting maternal and child health. The post House Committee Passes Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations with Both Increases and Decreases for Programs Relevant to Maternal Mental Health