Births Count is a compassionate and innovative healthcare organization dedicated to improving the well-being of women and children across the United States.
Hello, June!
This month, we're spotlighting 4 states leading the way in maternal health — because every mom deserves care that is compassionate, comprehensive, and accessible. 🩺🤱🏽✨
Delaware – Through @DelawareThrives, the Long Live Dreams initiative supports safe sleep, home visiting, and healthy baby planning with real community-based care.
🏠✨ Did you know?
Alaska has one of the highest rates of home births in the United States! 🍼🌲
In many parts of Alaska, giving birth at home or in a community birth center isn’t just a personal choice —
from training more rural health workers to expanding telehealth support for pregnancy care. Every birth story here is a blend of resilience, love, and adapting to the beauty (and challenges) of Alaska’s vast landscapes. 🏞️❤️
"Home births landmark marks International Day of the Midwife at Nottingham Hospitals"
Home birth, the heart of normal birth. Should this be a priority at Nottingham hospitals?
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Alabama was the birthplace of the nation's first "Safe Haven" law in 2000. This groundbreaking law allows mothers in crisis to safely surrender their newborns (up to 72 hours old) at designated locations,
Midwives are more than caregivers — they’re supporters, educators, and pillars of strength for moms everywhere. Today, we honor the incredible work they do to make sure every birth is safe and empowering. Your impact is immeasurable.
Midwives are more than caregivers — they’re supporters, educators, and pillars of strength for moms everywhere. Today, we honor the incredible work they do to make sure every birth is safe and empowering. Your impact is immeasurable.
Postpartum anxiety affects many new moms, but it often goes unnoticed. From constant worry to trouble sleeping, the signs can be overwhelming—but help is available. 💙