Maternal morbidity and mortality continues to be a critical issue in the United States, with maternal mortality rates significantly rising¹ between 2018-2021. More than 1,200 women died in 2021 in the US from pregnancy-related causes, and non-Hispanic Black mothers are 2.5 times more likely to die¹ than non-Hispanic White mothers. New Jersey, as of 2021, ranks 18th² in the nation for its maternal mortality rate.

Let’s make New Jersey the safest and most equitable place in the nation to access reproductive health care, give birth, and raise a baby.

Join our collaborative educational series to tackle the top causes of maternal morbidity and mortality. Led by a multidisciplinary panel of maternal and reproductive health experts, discussion topics include Trending Maternal Infections, Perinatal Nutrition & Weight Management, Tools to Address Racial Bias & Stigma, Baby Loss, Perinatal Mental Health, and Contraception & Family Planning.

We aim to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality through a program that addresses systemic and social inequities, strengthens the maternal and child health workforce through education, and builds a collaborative learning community to drive sustainable change.

In addition to our ECHO sessions, we are excited to host a series of Community Chats on select Fridays from 12 pm -1 pm.

• Community Chat sessions are designed to bring together community members, organizations, and families to enhance awareness, share valuable resources, and facilitate discussions on maternal health, pregnancy, and family well-being.
• Register for the Community Chats here: https://bit.ly/MHI-RH-CC