# maternal health (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover maternal health. Page: Feed: --- ## [In Memoriam: August 2026](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/in-memoriam-august-2026/) _2026-08-25 · The DO Staff · The DO_ View the names of recently deceased osteopathic physicians. The post In Memoriam: August 2026 appeared first on The DO . ## [Is physician unionization a help or hindrance?](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/is-physician-unionization-a-help-or-hindrance/) _2026-08-24 · Joshua Lenchus · The DO_ AOA Trustee Joshua Lenchus, DO, RPh, shares his thoughts on the pros and cons of physician unionization. The post Is physician unionization a help or hindrance? appeared first on The DO . ## [AOA mourns passing of Civil Rights Movement leader and influential physician William G. Anderson, DO](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/aoa-mourns-passing-of-civil-rights-movement-leader-and-influential-physician-william-g-anderson-do/) _2026-08-18 · The DO Staff · The DO_ “Our profession is so very proud of Dr. Anderson and all that he accomplished in his incredible life, from spearheading the Albany Movement during the Civil Rights Movement to becoming an accomplished and respected surgeon," said AOA President Richard R. Thacker, DO, MACOI. The post AOA mourns passing of Civil Rights Movement leader and influential physician William G. Anderson, DO appeared first… ## [Chamber of Mothers is Launching in…](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/chamber-of-mothers-arkansas) _2026-08-18 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ We’re excited to move into the Heartland with two new chapters. 👀 ## [Two Moms, Two Hardships, One Comfort Show](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/comfort-shows-grief) _2026-08-18 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ How The Summer I Turned Pretty gave us hope and solace through pregnancy loss and a child’s illness. ## [Your struggles ---\> changed systems](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/your-struggles-changed-systems) _2026-08-16 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ Masterclass: How to tell your personal story in a way that makes progress for moms ## [#124: Mailbag!](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/124-mailbag/) _2026-08-14 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ We opened up the mailbag today. ## [Past Physician to the US President will be NBOME’s next president and CEO](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/past-physician-to-the-us-president-will-be-nbomes-next-president-and-ceo/) _2026-08-13 · The DO Staff · The DO_ Kevin O’Connor, DO, who served as Physician to the President for former President Joe Biden, brings three decades of leadership experience in many high-profile settings to the role. The post Past Physician to the US President will be NBOME’s next president and CEO appeared first on The DO . ## [What's going on with Head Start?](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/whats-going-on-with-head-start) _2026-08-13 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ What has happened recently with the federally funded early childhood education program, what worries us, and how to take action. ## [DO becomes OSU team physician, ophthalmologist marks 50th mission trip, CORK research conference headed to California](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/do-named-osu-team-physician-ophthalmologist-marks-50th-humanitarian-mission-cork-2026-announced/) _2026-08-12 · Katie Arvia · The DO_ Jesse Shaw, DO, is a new team physician for OSU Athletics, Ralph Crew, DO, completed his 50th humanitarian trip and CORK 2026 will bring OMM to the Golden State. The post DO becomes OSU team physician, ophthalmologist marks 50th mission trip, CORK research conference headed to California appeared first on The DO . ## [Realtime AI Arbitrage Terminal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/bsRk3EavjIBi) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Realtime auto-trading across exchanges with scored setups, backtesting, and risk controls. ## [10 Ways the Maternal Health System Could Better Serve Moms](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/10-ways-the-maternal-health-system) _2026-08-12 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ The maternal health system was built for mothers. So why doesn’t it always feel like it? ## [The best hospitals for maternity care, according to U.S. News & World Report](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/the-best-hospitals-for-maternity-care-according-to-u-s-news-world-report/) _2026-08-11 · The DO Staff · The DO_ Among other measures, researchers looked at C-section and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) rates, newborn complication rates, commitment to exclusive breast milk feeding and episiotomy rates. The post The best hospitals for maternity care, according to U.S. News & World Report appeared first on The DO . ## [Defining AI for us, by us: Inside the OsteopathicAI vote](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/defining-ai-for-us-by-us-inside-the-osteopathicai-vote/) _2026-08-11 · Carisa Champion · The DO_ AOiA establishes OsteopathicAI, a profession-level minimum practice standard for ethical AI use in osteopathic medicine. The post Defining AI for us, by us: Inside the OsteopathicAI vote appeared first on The DO . ## [The maternal health bill that just passed the House, how Denver aims to go big on childcare, and NYC parents' night out](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/the-maternal-health-bill-that-just) _2026-08-06 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ What we're reading, following, and celebrating as we close out summer. ## [How My Postpartum Anxiety Shaped the Therapist I Became](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/how-my-postpartum-anxiety-shaped) _2026-08-05 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ My experience with postpartum anxiety changed the course of my career—and taught me how to sit beside mothers and help them feel less alone. ## [AOA’s inaugural Physician Payment Policy fellows to study how medical services are valued and paid for in US healthcare](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/aoas-inaugural-physician-payment-policy-fellows-to-study-how-medical-services-are-valued-and-paid-for-in-us-healthcare/) _2026-08-04 · Katie Arvia · The DO_ Two osteopathic physicians have earned an 18-month fellowship to study medical coding and payment policy to drive patient advocacy. The post AOA’s inaugural Physician Payment Policy fellows to study how medical services are valued and paid for in US healthcare appeared first on The DO . ## [US Patent No. 122,075: What an improved butter churn reveals about A.T. Still, DO](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/08/what-a-butter-churn-reveals-about-the-mind-that-discovered-osteopathic-medicine/) _2026-08-04 · Daryl Callahan · The DO_ Before osteopathic medicine, Dr. Still channeled his passion for mechanics into everyday problems. He patented his enhanced butter churn in 1871. The post US Patent No. 122,075: What an improved butter churn reveals about A.T. Still, DO appeared first on The DO . ## [#123: It's been an interesting 72 hours](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/123-its-been-an-interesting-72-hours/) _2026-08-03 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ I received hate-filled messages from people who don't care about women for standing up for trans folx. ## [#122: Kelsey Skubal, or Tarik Plum?](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/122-kelsey-skubal-or-tarik-plum/) _2026-07-31 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ Both the WNBA and MLB trade deadlines are days away. We know moves will happen, but which ones? How do the players compare to each other across leagues? ## [The healthcare system isn't working for moms](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/the-healthcare-system-isnt-working) _2026-07-30 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ What Chamber of Mothers CEO Erin Erenberg told a convening of House Democrats about affordability, maternal health, and the cost of inaction last week in Washington, D.C. ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tZbjybQWpktQ) _2026-07-30 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [In Memoriam: July 2026](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/07/in-memoriam-july-2026/) _2026-07-29 · The DO Staff · The DO_ View the names of recently deceased osteopathic physicians. The post In Memoriam: July 2026 appeared first on The DO . ## [First-generation medical student forges her own path in osteopathic medicine](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/07/first-generation-medical-student-forges-her-own-path-in-osteopathic-medicine/) _2026-07-28 · AOA Staff · The DO_ Vani Ganesh, OMS IV, shares how her experience as a first-generation student has impacted her thoughts on patient care. The post First-generation medical student forges her own path in osteopathic medicine appeared first on The DO . ## [Let's Talk About Men and Miscarriage](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/hows-your-wife-doing) _2026-07-28 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ On fatherhood, pregnancy loss, and the partners we fail to see. ## [Your Journey. Our Shared Commitment: The road ahead for our profession](https://thedo.osteopathic.org/2026/07/your-journey-our-shared-commitment-the-road-ahead-for-our-profession/) _2026-07-27 · Kathleen Creason · The DO_ AOA CEO Kathleen S. Creason, MBA, outlines the AOA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029, which is centered on raising the profile of osteopathic medicine, lifelong professional development and physician leadership. The post Your Journey. Our Shared Commitment: The road ahead for our profession appeared first on The DO . ## [Texas Court Finds No Proof Houston Midwife Violated The State's Abortion Ban](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/texas-court-finds-no-proof-houston) _2026-07-24 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ On March 17, 2026 I spoke with Avow Texas to Commemorate the One Year Arrest of Maria Rojas - Yesterday A Court Found No Evidence of What she Had Been Accused Of But The Damage Has Been Done ## [Introducing: Moms at Recess](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/introducing-moms-at-recess) _2026-07-24 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ Your federal legislators are coming home in August. Our first-of-its-kind campaign helps you meet with them to push for the change all moms need. ## [The Woman Who Wore My Engagement Ring](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/the-woman-who-wore-my-engagement) _2026-07-21 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ For years I told myself diapers kept me from wearing my engagement ring. The truth was far more complicated. ## [#121: On accountability and taking ownership](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/121-on-accountability-and-taking-ownership/) _2026-07-20 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ Sandy Brondello was in the wrong. But it was refreshing as hell to see real accountability and someone taking ownership for once. ## [Health Policy Brief For Week of 7.20.26](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/health-policy-brief-for-week-of-72026) _2026-07-20 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ Big Week for Congress ## [Repro Policy From Last Week: ACOG Updated Guidance, CDC Confirmation Hearing, & SAVE Act Op-Ed](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/repro-policy-from-last-week-acog) _2026-07-19 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ Written while watching the Spain/ Argentina FIFA World Cup Final ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CGLybAVG9Nq2) _2026-07-19 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## [#120: Gabby Williams is authentically HER](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/120-gabby-williams-is-authentically-her/) _2026-07-17 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ Gabby Williams is one of the best players in the world on the court, but that's just her job. Who she is is how she shows up off of the court. ## [You're invited: Our next Town Hall (+ how to meet with your Rep. while they're home next month!)](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/july-town-hall-meet-your-rep) _2026-07-16 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ Our summer 'Town Hall' meeting is all about getting face time with your elected officials when they are home on August 'Recess' ## [6 staples for your summer 'mom uniform'](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/mom-uniform) _2026-07-14 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ Chamber of Mothers merch, just in time for high summer. ## [#119: Which shoe would suck the least amount to get hit with?](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/119-which-shoe-would-suck-the-least-amount-to-get-hit-with/) _2026-07-14 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ Marina Mabrey was hit with a shoe the other night in her game against the New York Liberty. Which basketball shoe would suck the least amount if it hit you? I find out. ## [What the Moon Taught Me About Motherhood](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/what-the-moon-taught-me-about-motherhood) _2026-07-14 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ The magic was there all along; I just needed to notice it. 💫 🌖 ## [#118: Who the f\*\*\* is Justine Pissott?](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/118-who-the-f-is-justine-pissott/) _2026-07-13 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ Justine Pissott turned heads Saturday night, setting rookie records in a blowout win over the Mercury. But who the f\*\*\* is she? ## [Monday Health Policy Brief For Week of 7.13.26](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/monday-health-policy-brief-for-week) _2026-07-13 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ The Senate Is Short Two Votes. Here's What That Means for Repro Justice/ SAVE Act ## [What postpartum moms really need, according to a top OB/GYN](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/what-postpartum-moms-really-need) _2026-07-12 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ An exclusive conversation with OB/GYN Onouwem U. Nseyo, MD from our Power Breakfast in Washington, D.C. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/204147213/ce4d6b915d7a8f63fc01dee6b837d38c.mp3) ## [#117: 10 questions to get to know Flau'jae Johnson](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/118-10-questions-to-get-to-know-flaujae-johnson/) _2026-07-10 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ I chatted with Seattle Storm rookie Flau'jae Johnson to learn more about what makes her, her. ## [Before we head back to D.C. next week...](https://chamberofmothers.substack.com/p/6-bills-worth-knowing-before-august) _2026-07-09 · Chamber of Mothers · Chamber of Mothers_ Plus, announcing our new Chair of the Board, a new national maternal health initiative taking shape, and a preview of our first-of-its-kind advocacy campaign next month. ## [#116: So, you want your team to trade for Skylar Diggins?](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/117-so-you-want-your-team-to-trade-for-skylar-diggins/) _2026-07-08 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ Skylar Diggins is on the bench in Chicago, and it looks like a split may be necessary. So, you want your team to trade for her? Here's what that could look like. ## [Kentucky Reproductive Freedom Fund](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/kentucky-reproductive-freedom-fund) _2026-07-07 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ One of the most extreme abortion bans in the country is in Kentucky; KYRFF is looking to change access in the Bluegrass State ## [Health Policy Brief: 07.06.26](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/health-policy-brief) _2026-07-06 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ Heading Into the Final Stretch Before Congressional August Recess, a formal federal complaint against violation of EMTALA in miscarriage care, and what I'm watching. ## [Planned Parenthood + Medicaid](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/planned-parenthood-medicaid-today) _2026-07-03 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ Now It's Up to the States ## [#115: Thanks for everything, Ja](https://walking-bucket.ghost.io/115-thanks-for-everything-ja/) _2026-07-03 · Michael Waterloo · Walking Bucket_ The Grizzlies finally trade Ja Morant. I'll miss him in Memphis. Plus Jaylen Brown for Paul George (?!?!) and WNBA All-Star Starters. ## [Halfway Through 2026: A Thank You](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/halfway-through-2026-a-thank-you) _2026-07-01 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ A mid-year update on Southern reproductive health policy, community care, and the launch of Southern Voices on YouTube ## [How I Took Action in June](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/how-i-took-action-in-june) _2026-06-30 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ Small actions, real impact: how I showed up for reproductive justice in June ## [Nothing About Motherhood Will Look the Way You Planned, And That's Okay.](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/nothing-about-motherhood-will-look) _2026-06-30 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ On miscarriage, matrescence, and the woman who emerges alongside the baby. ## [Health Policy Brief Week of 6.29.26](https://reprojustice.substack.com/p/health-policy-brief-week-of-62926) _2026-06-29 · Lauren Kahre, MPH · SE Repro Justice & Policy_ Your High Level Insight of What is going on in the Repro Space: Federal Work Requirements, Southeast News, and more ## [We Built a Support System for Adolescents. Where's the One for Mothers?](https://becomingmomrealtalk.substack.com/p/we-tell-pregnant-women-about-childbirth) _2026-06-24 · Vaughan | Becoming Mom · Becoming Mom_ If adolescence comes with guidance counselors, peer support, and a measure of grace, why doesn't motherhood?