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American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 2024. Redesigning prenatal care initiative. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,

Annotation: This online resource outlines the “Plan for Appropriate Tailored Healthcare in Pregnancy (PATH)" recommendations developed by an independent panel of maternal care experts convened by the University of Michigan and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Based on a review of existing evidence, the site provides how-to guidance on prenatal care delivery and links to related resources for providers. An embedded 90-minute webinar presents an overview of ACOG's Redesigning Prenatal Care initiative and a roadmap to engage communities in the process.

Keywords: Evidence based medicine, Guidelines , Maternal health, Pregnancy, Prenatal care, Professional education

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 2023. Postpartum contraceptive access initiative (PCAI). Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,

Annotation: This website describes the Postpartum Contraceptive Access Initiative (PCAI)--a training program created to help ensure that all birthing people have access to the full range of postpartum contraceptive methods before leaving the hospital after a delivery. The site outlines the evidence-based research behind the train-the-trainer program design; highlights the importance of collaboration in developing individualized training plans; and emphasizes the importance of patient autonomy and shared medical decision making. Links to additional information on postpartum depression, clinical considerations, contraception counseling, and implementation are included.

Keywords: Access to care, Contraception, Postpartum care, Professional Education, Training

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 2019. Your postpartum care team . Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 1 p.

Annotation: This patient education infographic from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists outlines key members of a postpartum care team and their roles in supporting new mothers and infants during the initial months after birth. It identifies four essential team components: the maternal care provider (ob-gyn or other obstetric provider), the baby's primary care provider (pediatrician), family and friends who provide practical support, and other healthcare professionals such as lactation counselors and social workers. The infographic emphasizes the importance of assembling this support network before birth and maintaining an accessible list of team members' contact information.

Keywords: Patient education, Postpartum care

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 2025. After pregnancy. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,

Annotation: This online resource serves as guide for new mothers navigating the postpartum period, offering support for what can be a time of mixed emotions and physical changes. Key content areas include Postpartum Healing and Support, which covers topics like pain management, your care team, postpartum depression, pelvic support problems, exercise after pregnancy, and the importance of a postpartum support network. New mothers can also find guidance on breastfeeding and newborn vare, including how to prepare for breastfeeding, FAQs on breastfeeding, newborn screening tests, and newborn male circumcision. Additionally, the site addresses medical problems after pregnancy, such as preeclampsia, heart disease, pelvic support problems, and postpartum depression, and offers information on birth control after pregnancy, including postpartum birth control, long-acting reversible contraception (LARC), and postpartum sterilization. The website also features interactive tools like "Ask ACOG" for common questions and a "My Postpartum Care Checklist".

Keywords: Infant care, Patient education, Postpartum care

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 2024. Status of state actions to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 2024. FAQs: Postpartum depression. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,

Annotation: This FAQ webpage from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists provides information for individuals with postpartum depression to help distinguish the condition from "baby blues" and understand contributing factors such as hormonal changes, fatigue, and lifestyle stressors. It outlines medical treatment options, including the medication zuranolone and various antidepressants, while addressing considerations for breastfeeding and potential side effects. The resource also details the role of psychotherapy—including individual, group, and family talk therapy—and offers guidance on establishing support networks and seeking preventive care. A substantial glossary defines key terms related to reproductive health and mental health treatment.

Keywords: Patient education, Postpartum depression

Bacak SJ, Berg CJ, Desmarais J, Hutchins E, Locke E, eds. 2006. State maternal mortality review: Accomplishments of nine states. Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; [Rockville, MD]: U.S. Maternal and Child Health Bureau; [Washington, DC]: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs; [Washington, DC]: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 145 pp.

Annotation: This report describes a meeting of nine states with active maternal mortality review (MMR) committees. Topics include challenges, lessons learned, and promising practices from MMR experiences in the following areas: structure and process, data and definitions, dissemination and implementation of findings, and development and sustainability.

Keywords: Barriers, Florida, Information dissemination, Massachusetts, Maternal mortality, Michigan, New Jersey, Model programs, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Program development, State programs, Utah, Virginia

Cantor A, Heidi D, Nelson HD, Pappas M. 2021. Women's Preventive Services Initiative evidence update: Well-woman preventive visits . Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Women's Preventive Health Services Initiaitive, 10 pp.

Council on Patient Safety in Women's Health. 2017. From birth to the comprehensive postpartum visit. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists , 3 pp.

Annotation: This patient safety tip sheet explains how every woman, every provider, and every clinical setting can help ensure optimal health outcomes for mother and baby. It outlines a patient-centered model of care that helps prepare women for pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period; ensures that preventive measures and safety protocols are practiced; and measures and assesses outcomes so that successful strategies and opportunities for improvement can be identified and implemented.

Keywords: Collaboration, Maternal health, Perinatal care, Postpartum care, Prevention, Quality assurance, Safety

National Fetal and Infant Mortality Research Program. 2001. The fetal and infant mortality review (FIMR) process: A decade of lessons learned. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 156 pp. (Walker)

Annotation: This report focuses on the Fetal and Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) process as a means of coordinating local efforts to take action to improve service systems and resources for women, infants, and families. Case studies from nine long-standing programs are presented along with concepts in continuous quality improvement, group processes, community asset development, and coalition building theory. A bibliography is provided along with appendices on the Nominal Group Process and a sample FIMR Team Member Satisfaction Survey. The report concludes with a sampler of local FIMR action and interviews with FIMR programs. [Funded in part by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Cooperative agreements, Fetal mortality, Infant health promotion, Local initiatives, Social factors

Shaefer J. 2007. When an infant dies: Cross cultural expressions of grief and loss III. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; [Lansing, MI]: Association of SIDS and Infant Mortality Programs, 20 pp. (Bulletin [no. 3])

Annotation: This bulletin summarizes a panel presentation from the National Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Program's Fifth National Conference, held August 12-14, 2004 in Washington, DC. It explores the cultural traditions of Hmong, African American, and Jewish families grieving the loss of a pregnancy or infant. It is the third in a series focused on cross-cultural grief and loss and provides an updated review of the literature. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Bereavement, Blacks, Child death, Cultural factors, Death attitudes, Ethnic factors, Ethnic groups, Fetal death, Grief, Infant death, Neonatal death, Perinatal bereavement, Pregnancy loss, Religion

Shaefer J. 2010. When an infant dies: Cross cultural expressions of grief and loss IV. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; [Lansing, MI]: Association of SIDS and Infant Mortality Programs, 16 pp. (Bulletin [no. 4])

Annotation: This bulletin explores the cultural traditions of African Americans, Iranians, Somalis, and hard of hearing families grieving the loss of an infant. It summarizes a panel presentation from the National Fetal and Infant Mortality Review Program’s Fifth National Conference, held in August 2007 in Alexandria, VA. It includes a brief summary of studies on grief along with insights on the grief responses and customs of families from a variety of cultures. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Bereavement, Blacks, Cultural competence, Cultural factors, Cultural sensitivity, Culturally competent services, Ethnic factors, Ethnic groups, Grief, Muslims

Shaefer SJM, Buckley K, eds. 2012. Voices from the community: Cross cultural expressions of grief at the loss of an infant. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, National Fetal Infant Morality Review Program, 74 pp.

Annotation: This document summarizes a series of panel discussions conducted by the Association of SIDS and Infant Mortality Programs at four National Fetal-Infant Mortality Review Program annual conferences in 1998, 2001, 2004, and 2007. The content is drawn from the panelists' personal experiences with and professional expertise in the cultural traditions that may affect a family's expression of grief and loss. Topics include history and culture, general bereavement customs, service delivery issues, recommendations for practice, and implications for providers. Cultures and religions described include African American, specific tribes of American Indians, Hispanic/Latino, Chinese, Hmong, Iranian, Jewish, Muslim, and deaf and hard-of-hearing, [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Cultural factors, Culturally competent services, Ethnic groups, Grief, Infant death, Perinatal bereavement, Religion, Service delivery

Women's Preventive Services Initiative. n.d.. Well-woman preventive visits. Washington, DC: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, multiple items.

Women's Preventive Services Initiative. 2020. Recommendations for well-woman care clinical summary tables . Washington, D.C.: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists , 52 pp.

Annotation: This educational resource is designed to assist clinicians in providing preventive health services for well women. Included are standards of care and screening recommendations to assess general physical and mental health and to detect infectious disease, cancer, or health issues that may arise during pregnancy and postpartum. The rationale for different types of screenings, specific recommendations on ages and frequency of screening, clinical guidance for practitioners, and references are provided for each of the preventive care services.

Keywords: Disease prevention, Health screening, Preventive health services, Standards, Women's health
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