Cannabis Use in the Perinatal Period
Aug. 12, 2026
Training Resources and Events
Cannabis Use During Pregnancy and Lactation
OB-GYNs should be aware of the possibility of pregnant and lactating patients’ use of cannabis and be prepared to counsel and screen patients and use evidence-based strategies to reduce cannabis use, according to a Clinical Consensus developed by an American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists’ committee.
2026 State Report Cards
On May 27, 2026 the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health unveiled its latest Maternal Mental Health State Report Cards, featuring a national grade and individual state grades that highlight top-performing states, those facing the greatest challenges, and those that have made the most significant progress.
“Better Health for Mothers and Babies Initiative”
The American Hospital Association (AHA) “Better Health for Mothers and Babies Initiative” recognizes that mothers and infants are at risk from the first days of pregnancy through postpartum. The AHA toolkit includes resources to support maternal mental health.
State Policy Progress on Community-Based Doulas in 2025
A new policy brief from the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center, examines how states are working to ensure families have access to community-based doula care.
Advancing Intergenerational Mobility Through Early Childhood Economic Security
A new brief from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s PolicyLab examines the evidence behind 10 policy areas that support families, such as Medicaid, diaper assistance, food and housing support, cash assistance for families and increasing minimum wage.