# maternal (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 7 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover maternal. Page: Feed: --- ## [148: Disney World, part II: My formula for the perfect ‘mom uniform’ & pool-to-lunch sets](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/disney-world-outfits-for-families) _2026-08-16 · Kelsey Haywood Lucas · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ Plus: Coordinating family looks with the cutest tees on Etsy, chic resortwear that goes from pool to dinner, full-body swimwear for kids, the best SPFs & more ## [Nigerian Government launches inter-ministerial platform to harness population for economic growth](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/nigerian-government-launches-inter) _2026-08-14 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🟢 Nigerian Government launches inter-ministerial platform to harness population for economic growth ## [147: The big problem with some maternal mental health content right now](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/147-the-big-problem-with-some-maternal) _2026-08-13 · Cassie Shortsleeve · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ In the midst of the Lindsay Clancy trial, a reminder for media outlets, experts & influencers ## [146: The Lindsay Clancy trial is putting a spotlight on maternal mental health—here’s what I want to clear up](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/146-the-lindsay-clancy-trial-is-putting) _2026-08-08 · Cassie Shortsleeve · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ What we should really focus on when it comes to moms’ mental health ## [Sokoto Strengthens Family Planning Access Through Reproductive Health Commodity Investment](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/sokoto-strengthens-family-planning) _2026-08-07 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ Welcome to this week’s SRHR News Update, your trusted roundup of policy actions, government commitments and interventions shaping sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) across Nigeria. ## [145: Stretching summer with good swimwear, healthier hair, a beautiful poetry collection & healthy kids’ snacks](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/145-stretching-summer-with-good-swimwear) _2026-08-04 · Kelsey Haywood Lucas · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ Plus: Glowy SPF, body retinol & skincare made just for moms ## [Supportive Supervisory visit was conducted by G&T Specialist NHSP Sindh to the ongoing PPH Bundle and E-MOTIVE training](https://nhsp.gos.pk/supportive-supervisory-visit-was-conducted-by-gt-specialist-nhsp-sindh-to-the-ongoing-pph-bundle-and-e-motive-training/) _2026-08-04 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ A supportive supervisory visit was conducted by Gender & Training Specialist NHSP Sindh to the ongoing PPH Bundle and E-MOTIVE training at the PPHI District Office, Thatta. The training brought together 20 healthcare providers, including doctors and midwives, to strengthen their capacity in the prevention and management of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), contributing to improved maternal health… ## [Benue Government Strengthens Maternal Health Services Through Comprehensive SRHR Training](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/benue-government-strengthens-maternal) _2026-07-31 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🟢 Benue Government Strengthens Maternal Health Services Through Comprehensive SRHR Training ## [144: The Lindsay Clancy trial has us thinking about postpartum psychosis again](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/postpartum-psychosis-lindsay-clancy) _2026-07-29 · Cassie Shortsleeve · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ As the trial gets underway after the 2023 tragedy in Duxbury, MA, two reproductive psychiatrists clear up myths around postpartum psychosis, postpartum depression, and medication for mental health ## [143: Why 4 in 10 new moms end up in the ER with issues that could have been treated in primary care](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/143-why-4-in-10-new-moms-end-up-in) _2026-07-27 · Cassie Shortsleeve · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ A brief guide to the “postpartum cliff” and insights from a doctor researching it ## [Open directory of blogs for agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/TvY5mkiw7b7b) _2026-07-27 · **Sponsored**_ Submit URLs or OPML; receive feed pages with summaries, plus JSON/OPML/plain text ## [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 ## [FG Expands Digital Birth Registration to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health Services](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/fg-expands-digital-birth-registration) _2026-07-24 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🟢 FG Expands Digital Birth Registration to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health Services ## [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 ## [142: The $20 billion plan to fix women's health, the case for a girls’ grief trip & mom rage groups](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/the-20-billion-plan-to-fix-womens-health) _2026-07-20 · Kelsey Haywood Lucas · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ Plus: a blood test for endometriosis, fact-checks on claims about antidepressants and fluoride in drinking water, what parents actually want most of all & more ## [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 ## [Federal Government Advances New National Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/federal-government-advances-new-national) _2026-07-17 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🔵 Federal Government Advances New National Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy ## [A Major Milestone in Digital Health: Sindh Achieves Province-Wide DHIS2 Rollout!](https://nhsp.gos.pk/a-major-milestone-in-digital-health-sindh-achieves-province-wide-dhis2-rollout/) _2026-07-15 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ The Department of Health, Government of Sindh, has achieved a landmark milestone in transforming the province’s healthcare reporting and tracking systems through the successful rollout of the unified DHIS2 platform, with the active support of the National Health Support Program (NHSP)! During the recent Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting, the Assistant Director of MIS shared that the DHIS2… ## [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 ## [Ogun Assembly Advances Safe Termination of Pregnancy Bill](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/ogun-assembly-advances-safe-termination) _2026-07-10 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🔵 Ogun Assembly Advances Safe Termination of Pregnancy Bill ## [Strengthening Maternal and Child Nutrition in Sindh!](https://nhsp.gos.pk/strengthening-maternal-and-child-nutrition-in-sindh/) _2026-07-10 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ The Program Management Unit (PMU) of the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh successfully hosted the Multiple Micronutrient Supplements (MMS) Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting to review and advance the provincial MMS Scale-Up Program. During the session, Dr. Zakir Hussain Shah, National Project Manager for MMS at Nutrition International, presented a comprehensive overview of the… ## [Stream Torrents & IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BsRRrvEY26l6) _2026-07-10 · **Sponsored**_ Search magnet links and stream movies, music, books, and live TV in-browser ## [141: On our minds: How to make a “summer bucket list”](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/141-on-our-minds-how-were-making) _2026-07-09 · Kelsey Haywood Lucas · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ On making this season more meaningful & memorable ## [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. ## [Advocates Push Stronger Implementation of Safe Abortion and Post-Abortion Care Guidelines](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/advocates-push-stronger-implementation) _2026-07-03 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🔵 Advocates Push Stronger Implementation of Safe Abortion and Post-Abortion Care Guidelines ## [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 ## [Parental Brain 101: Does Mothering Beget Mothering? (Ch 9)](https://drjodipawluski.substack.com/p/parental-brain-101-does-mothering) _2026-07-03 · Jodi Pawluski, PhD · Mom Brain Musings_ Does mothering beget mothering? In non-humans perhaps yes, to a large degree. Based on Chapter 9 of The Parental Brain (Oxford University Press) ## [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 ## [140: A coffee smoothie with 31g of protein to fuel your summer days, a screen-free kids camera & a glowy skin supplement](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/140-a-screen-free-kids-camera-glowy) _2026-07-01 · Kelsey Haywood Lucas · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ Plus: a beach chair, backpack cooler, and canvas bag to make summer schlepping and sideline-sitting a lot more comfortable. ## [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 ## [Coordinated field monitoring in Kashmore](https://nhsp.gos.pk/bridging-healthcare-gaps-through-coordinated-field-monitoring-data-driven-assessments-in-kashmore/) _2026-06-30 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ A comprehensive field visit to district Kashmore was conducted by the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist, NHSP Sindh, to evaluate health facility performance and streamline essential service delivery targets. Key coordination meetings were held with the District Health Officer (DHO) and the District Manager of PPHI Kashmore to review the status of health facilities under \[…\] The post… ## [Find what they just said (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/457dVpGs6eA3) _2026-06-30 · **Sponsored**_ Surface recent public signals so you can send policy-aware, relevant outreach ## [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 ## [Oyo Assembly Assures Swift Passage of Unplanned Pregnancy, Unsafe Abortion Bill to Reduce Maternal Mortality](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/oyo-assembly-assures-swift-passage) _2026-06-26 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🟢 Oyo Assembly Assures Swift Passage of Unplanned Pregnancy, Unsafe Abortion Bill to Reduce Maternal Mortality ## [Supervisory Visit at SGH Kohisar, Latifabad, Hyderabad,](https://nhsp.gos.pk/supervisory-visit-at-sgh-kohisar-latifabad-hyderabad/) _2026-06-23 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ A supervisory visit by MIS NHSP Sindh was conducted at SGH Kohisar, Latifabad, Hyderabad, to perform LQAS data quality checks, assess daily reporting compliance, and review the utilization of DHIS2 recording and reporting tools for maternal and child health indicators. This on-site data verification directly complements the ongoing digital transformation under the District Health Information \[…\]… ## [139: How fatherhood changes dads’ brains](https://twotruths.substack.com/p/139-how-fatherhood-changes-dads-brains) _2026-06-21 · Cassie Shortsleeve · TWO TRUTHS: Women's Health, Motherhood & More_ Forward this to a dad in your life: Our interview with Darby Saxbe, PhD, author of ‘Dad Brain: The New Science of Fatherhood and How It Shapes Men’s Lives’ ## [Taraba Government Strengthens Adolescent SRHR Through Youth Champion Initiative](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/taraba-government-strengthens-adolescent) _2026-06-19 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🟢 Taraba Government Strengthens Adolescent SRHR Through Youth Champion Initiative ## [Data-Driven Progress: Tracking & Tackling Stunting in Sindh](https://nhsp.gos.pk/data-driven-progress-tracking-tackling-stunting-in-sindh/) _2026-06-19 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ With Sindh facing a critical malnutrition burden—where stunting continues to impact the future of millions of children across the province—real-time tracking and unified action are more urgent than ever. To confront this challenge, a vital follow-up meeting was held at the PMU NHSP to review the progress of the Integrated Stunting and Reduction Dashboard. This \[…\] The post Data-Driven Progress:… ## [Technical Working Group DLI 1,2,3 & 7 Meeting](https://nhsp.gos.pk/technical-working-group-dli-123-7-meeting/) _2026-06-19 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ The National Health Support Program Sindh convened a vital Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting Chaired by the PD NHSP Sindh Dr. Sahibjan Badar to review progress on DLI 7 / DLR 7.2 (DLI 7: PHC Facilities Reporting Reduction in Stock Outs of Select FP and Nutrition Commodities and Essential Drugs/Medicines DLR7.2: 80% of PHC facilities \[…\] The post Technical Working Group DLI 1,2,3 & 7 Meeting… ## [Nigeria Govt’ Moves to Update National Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy](https://wardcnigeria.substack.com/p/nigeria-govt-moves-to-update-national) _2026-06-12 · WARDC · WARDC SRHR NEWS UPDATE_ 🟢 Nigeria Govt’ Moves to Update National Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy ## [🏜️ Introducing the Perinatal Mental Health Alliance of Arizona (PMHAAZ)](https://psiaz.substack.com/p/introducing-the-perinatal-mental) _2026-06-09 · Perinatal Mental Health Alliance of Arizona's Newsletter_ A new name that reflects the collaborative work we’ve always done together ## [NHSP Sindh has officially handed over the Referral Strategy for the Prevention of Maternal Complications to MERF](https://nhsp.gos.pk/nhsp-sindh-has-officially-handed-over-the-referral-strategy-for-the-prevention-of-maternal-complications-to-merf/) _2026-06-04 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ In a major step toward protecting mothers and newborns, the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh has officially handed over the Referral Strategy for the Prevention of Maternal Complications to the Medical Emergency Resilience Foundation (MERF) This comprehensive strategy is designed for the timely response to obstetric emergencies when every second counts. Currently under NHSP, MERF… ## [Strengthening the future of healthcare in Sindh!](https://nhsp.gos.pk/strengthening-the-future-of-healthcare-in-sindh/) _2026-06-01 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ The NHSP Sindh held a review meeting at PMU NHSP to finalize the Business Plans for the Fiscal Year 2026-27. The session involved a comprehensive evaluation of NHSP sectors, including TB, EPI, MMU, PPHI, RMNCH, SIEHS, and DHIS2. By meticulously reviewing these strategic plans, we are ensuring that every program is aligned to deliver efficient, \[…\] The post Strengthening the future of healthcare in… ## [Baseline competency assessments for MNCH healthcare Providers](https://nhsp.gos.pk/baseline-competency-assessments-for-mnch-healthcare-providers/) _2026-05-25 · CS NHSP · NHSP Sindh_ Following the successful Training of Trainers organized by the National Health Support Program (NHSP) Sindh for RMNCH managers across 21 districts, our trained assessors have officially initiated baseline competency assessments for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) healthcare providers. The initial round of clinical baseline assessments was successfully completed at following health… ## [🏜️ A Month to Hold, Honor, and Uplift](https://psiaz.substack.com/p/a-month-to-hold-honor-and-uplift) _2026-05-12 · Perinatal Mental Health Alliance of Arizona's Newsletter_ Recognizing Maternal Mental Health Month and the communities who make this work possible ## [🌵 A Season of Growth](https://psiaz.substack.com/p/a-season-of-growth) _2026-04-14 · Perinatal Mental Health Alliance of Arizona's Newsletter_ New ideas, partnerships, and opportunities are taking root this season ## [Parental Brain 101: The Human Parental Brain (Ch 8)](https://drjodipawluski.substack.com/p/parental-brain-101-the-human-parental) _2026-03-27 · Jodi Pawluski, PhD · Mom Brain Musings_ The one you've probably all been waiting for! What happens in our heads. In short it's pretty similar to what we've seen in animals. I'll get to that. (Based on Ch 8 of The Parental Brain (Oxford)). ## [🌵 Moving Forward Together This March!](https://psiaz.substack.com/p/moving-forward-together-this-march) _2026-03-10 · PMHAAZ · Perinatal Mental Health Alliance of Arizona's Newsletter_ Advancing Perinatal Mental Health Through Community, Equity, and Support ## [Expert Insights - Mental Health and the Maternal Brain](https://drjodipawluski.substack.com/p/expert-insights-mental-health-and) _2026-02-18 · Mom Brain Musings_ by Kathy Ayala and Dr Helena JV Rutherford, Yale University ## [Expert Insights - Attachment, Caregiving and the Parental Brain](https://drjodipawluski.substack.com/p/expert-insights-attachment-caregiving) _2026-02-11 · Dr Pascal Vrticka (PhD) · Mom Brain Musings_ By Dr Pascal Vrticka, Centre for Brain Science, Department of Psychology, University of Essex, Colchester, UK ## [🏜️ This Month at PSI Arizona!](https://psiaz.substack.com/p/this-month-at-psi-arizona) _2026-02-10 · PMHAAZ · Perinatal Mental Health Alliance of Arizona's Newsletter_ Updates, events, and resources supporting perinatal mental health in Arizona ## [Expert Insights - Neurobiological Remodeling During the Transition to Fatherhood](https://drjodipawluski.substack.com/p/expert-insights-neurobiological-remodeling) _2026-02-04 · Phil Newsome · Mom Brain Musings_ byPhilip Newsome, M.S., Yael H. Waizman, M.S., Gabriella Vavala, M.P.H., Darby E. Saxbe, Ph.D. Department of Psychology, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA