Maternal Health

Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5830, passed during the 2007 legislative session, directed the Council for Children & Families (formerly the Washington Council for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect/ Children’s Trust of Washington (WCPCAN/CT) to develop a plan with the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Early Learning (DEL) and the Family Policy Council (FPC) to coordinate or consolidate home visiting services for children and families.

Mother's Advocate is a website dedicated to helping women have the healthiest, safest, most satisfying birth possible.

While every birth is unique, there is substantial evidence that points to ways you can improve your chances of having the best birth experience. This website offers free video clips and print materials that will educate and inform you on how to have the birth you want for you and your baby.

WithinReach is a private not-for-profit organization whose mission is to serve as the foremost catalyst for improvements in maternal, child, and family health. They provide essential resources for family health. Whether you are a parent seeking information, or a professional needing health resources.

The National Center for Education in Maternal and Child Health provides national leadership to the maternal and child health community in three key areas--program development, education, and state-of-the-art knowledge--to improve the health and well-being of the nation's children and families.

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Display this poster in a prominent location to ensure women and their families will see the PPD help line number and web site.

Share this brochure on postpartum depression with anyone who may be suffering from this serious and treatable illness.

Available in Spanish, share this brochure on postpartum depression with anyone who may be suffering from this serious and treatable illness.