2025 U.S. Maternal Mental Health Risk and Resources by County
This 2025 report updates the first-ever U.S. county-level analysis of maternal mental…
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We are a policy think tank and field catalyst. We inform and facilitate systems change to improve women’s mental health during the childbearing years so that mothers, children, and families have the best opportunity to thrive.
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Affecting all mothers
Maternal Mental Health Disorders are the most common complications of pregnancy
They impact, on average:
up to
1 in 5
Of the expecting and postpartum mothers in the U.S., mothers of color suffer at higher rates.
84% of the perinatal population
lives in a Maternal Mental Health Shortage Area.
Identifying the most vulnerable mothers without access to care
The Latest Blogs & Reports
Legislators Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Increase Investments in Maternal Mental Health Programs
On May 18, 2026 the bipartisan, bicameral Moms Matter Act (S. 4552/H.R….
2026 Maternal Mental Health State Report Cards Released
While the overall U.S. maternal mental health grade improved slightly from a…
Comprehensive Maternity Care Centers (cMCCs) in Obstetric Care Deserts
Maternity care deserts are a growing problem, particularly in rural and low-income…
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2025 U.S. Maternal Mental Health Risk and Resources by CountyThis 2025 report updates the first-ever U.S. county-level analysis of maternal mental health (MMH) risk and resources. Despite provider growth since 2023, most high-risk areas still lack adequate support—revealing urgent, widening gaps in care….
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Legislators Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Increase Investments in Maternal Mental Health ProgramsOn May 18, 2026 the bipartisan, bicameral Moms Matter Act (S. 4552/H.R. 8811) was reintroduced, to increase investments in maternal mental health programs and expand the maternal mental health workforce to better support moms and pregnant women. …
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2026 Maternal Mental Health State Report Cards ReleasedWhile the overall U.S. maternal mental health grade improved slightly from a C- to C, it received an “F” on……
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Comprehensive Maternity Care Centers (cMCCs) in Obstetric Care DesertsMaternity care deserts are a growing problem, particularly in rural and low-income areas. Efforts like comprehensive maternity care centers to address maternity care deserts are essential for improving maternal and infant health outcomes for all women….
Training & Events
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June 18, 2026
Perinatal Mental Health 101
Learn about the various Maternal Mental Health Disorders, the differences between them,…
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July 27, 2026
Perinatal Substance Use Disorders 101
Join this complementary introduction to maternal SUD training hosted by the Policy…
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September 10, 2026
Perinatal Mental Health 101
Learn about the various Maternal Mental Health Disorders, the differences between them,…
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October 5, 2026
Perinatal Substance Use Disorders 101
Join this complementary introduction to maternal SUD training hosted by the Policy…
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October 8, 2026
Salud Mental Perinatal 101 (complementario) Presentado en Español
Conozca los diversos trastornos de salud mental materna, las diferencias entre ellos,…
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December 10, 2026
Perinatal Mental Health 101
Learn about the various Maternal Mental Health Disorders, the differences between them,…
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