Millions of women give birth in the U.S. every year. A majority of these women have healthy pregnancies and deliveries. However, an analysis of Blue Cross Blue Shield data reveals an increasing number of women are experiencing pregnancy complications and childbirth complications.
Rising rates of chronic disease mean women are facing more health risks before and during pregnancy, as well as during childbirth. But a new initiative led by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is uniting OBGYNs, patients, hospitals and data experts to improve women's health before they get to the delivery room.
New mothers are likelier to see a pediatrician more often in the first few months’ of their babies lives than they are to see an OBGYN or primary care doctors. It’s the perfect opportunity to screen for postpartum depression.
BCBS Tennessee began its Healthy Maternity program to support prenatal care and better the chances of healthy birth. The program matches expectant mothers with prenatal nurses who provide support, guidance and resources.
BCBS Mississippi trains hospital staff to catch complications before they turn deadly. Plus, primary care doctors and OBGYNs work together to head off problems earlier.
A Pennsylvania family found comfort and support from a series of Independence Blue Cross nurses who understood their situation and helped them navigate it.
