Marijuana Use during Pregnancy and Lactation
The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) advocates for a nonjudgmental and evidence-based approach to screening and…
Postpartum
New York City to launch program for postpartum depression
A new program for helping families affected by postpartum depression is set to hit New York City in 2024. The…
New study reveals insight into prevalence of mental health conditions in young mothers
A study recently published in the Journal of Adolescent Health examined the prevalence of mental illness in young mothers (younger…
COVID-19 pregnancy and breastfeeding: What NPs need to know
NPWH is monitoring CDC recommendations regarding coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) prevention and control. We especially encourage nurse practitioners and other…
ACOG, CDC Recommend Separating Mothers With Confirmed Or Suspected COVID-19 From Newborns For Up To A Week Or More
USA Today (3/26, Rodriguez) reports “pregnant women who become infected with the new coronavirus or are exposed to the illness it…