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Common themes moms have shared include:
Being Devalued as a Woman, Parent, and Human. Many mothers describe not feeling heard—especially when speaking about their care, physical pain, or even the loss of a child. This devaluation is often compounded by their experiences as Medicaid recipients or in interactions with men and medical providers. Experiencing Mental and Emotional Distress. Mothers often feel pressure to appear strong, keeping emotions like fear, anxiety, and being overwhelmed bottled up. These feelings are rarely acknowledged or discussed—leaving many to navigate their pain alone.
In response, improvement teams have focused on solutions that prioritize self-care and emotional well-being.
One team of mothers and community partners co-created a comprehensive postpartum resource list to help new moms feel supported, informed, and prepared as they enter parenthood. Another team began a 4th Trimester Support Group to help new mothers ease into parenthood with support from fellow moms.
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