Mohawk Valley Perinatal Network

Current public health efforts in the United States focus on reducing the overall number of medically unnecessary cesarean births among a specific population-- first-time moms with potentially "low-risk" births, meaning that they have a single, full-term baby in the head-down position. The cesarean birth rate in this population is called the NTSV cesarean birth rate. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provisional data from 2019 (released May 20, 2020) show that 31.7% o...f all births were by cesarean and 25.6% of the NTSV ("low-risk") population had cesarean births. Available CDC data show that the NTSV cesarean birth rate was as high as 28.1% in the United States, reaching this peak in 2009. Unfortunately, 86.2% of women with a history of a previous cesarean birth have a repeat C-section, as many hospitals and doctors offering maternity services do not permit women with a history of cesarean birth to give birth vaginally at their facility. Multiple repeat cesarean births dramatically increase the risk of dangerous long-term complications, such as placenta accreta. https://www.cesareanrates.org/

Many physical and emotional changes can happen during pregnancy and after having a baby. These changes can make pregnant people and new parents sad, anxious, overwhelmed, or confused. For help, contact the Postpartum Resource Center of New York by calling 1-855-631-0001 (English and Spanish). Open 7 days per week, 9 am-5 pm. www.health.ny.gov/pmad

Overwhelmed as a parent? Sadness and worry are common with a new baby. You're not alone. Reach out for help. www.health.ny.gov/pmad

https://www.huffpost.com//in-2020-doulas-stepped-up-for-wo

Six things families with a new baby should know about Perinatal Depression and Anxiety. www.health.ny.gov/pmad

The baby blues are real. Don’t ignore the feelings. Instead reach out for help and talk with a health care provider. www.health.ny.gov/pmad

Caring for a baby is hard. Many people feel sad and worried after bringing their baby home. Reach out for help. www.health.ny.gov/pmad

Parenting is a tough job. If you’re concerned about a parent who is struggling, reach out for help. www.health.ny.gov/pmad

No time like the present to enroll your child in health insurance through the Healthy Kids-Connecting Kids program

Join us for our 18th Annual Auction! Friday, November 20th Sunday, November 22nd Pull up a chair and join us VIRTUALLY!... This has been a year of heroes in our community. You can continue your heroic actions by pulling up a chair in the comfort of your home & bidding on our famous baskets! More details to follow! Learn more at: www.neighborhoodctr.org/special-even/annual-auction-dinner/

https://www.mothering.com//skin-to-skin-reduces-pain-resp/

October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month The more we talk about miscarriage, the less the stigma surrounding it will be.

As of September FIRST the Food Giveaway hours will be changing to 10:00 - 1:00! Please note this and share with anyone you know who utilized the food giveaways.

Greetings to All! The Mohawk Valley Perinatal Network will be doing a training on Shaken Baby Syndrome for The Center on August 26, 2020 at 10 am. To register please follow the link below: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZEudOqopzguGNadOcyRBgnK93JPA7F0r

Starting next week, Herkimer County HealthNet will be offering free Virtual Living Well Programs Offering zoom workshops or weekly phone sessions! To Register Call 315-867-1552

Join author and illustrator Christian Robinson for a reading of his new book, You Matter. It’s all about seeing the world from different points of view. Watch the premiere on the PBS KIDS Facebook page and YouTube Channel on Friday, June 5 at 12 p.m. ET!

e "Art is Essential and so are YOU" , & . - , , , & , , .... Visit our website for more information on the contest and you can download and print the entry forms! Good Luck! https://www.neighborhoodctr.org/artcontest/

Two reminders as we wrap up a week highlighting #maternalmentalhealth during COVID-19: 1) We have video tips on our Instagram page featuring maternal #mentalh...ealth specialist Dr. Claire Brandon. Follow us instagram.com/officeofmentalhealth 2) Postpartum Resource Center of New York is here for you, 7 days a week. See more

Dairy & Bread Giveaway in Oneida today at 1:00pm! Click the photo for more details!

COVID-19 Maternity Task Force's Initial Recommendations

If you or someone you know is in need of a face covering, Oneida County will be distributing to the public this Friday, May 1, in Utica and Rome between 8:30 am-4:30 pm. -Utica Location; Oneida County Office Building on Park Avenue, Utica -Rome Location; Oneida County Social Services Building at 301 West Dominick Street, Rome.