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Yahoo
31-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Moms need help after birth—but for 1 in 6, no one outside their partner showed up
It's one of the most sobering stats of new motherhood: 17% of moms with a child under three received no support outside of their spouse or partner, according to a new national survey by Philips Avent and March of Dimes conducted by The Harris Poll. That's 1 in 6 mothers navigating sleepless nights, healing bodies, and mental health challenges—completely alone. And the moms who did get help? Forty-two percent say it wasn't enough. For me, I was lucky to have family help when our first kids were born. But after our second? (We have five kids.) A lot fewer offers of help. Perhaps people didn't want to impose, or they thought, 'she's got this,' but when I was drowning, it didn't feel like anyone wanted to step up and offer to care for me in the way I needed. I felt alone. And in this experience—I am not alone. The data highlights a deep disconnect between intentions and action. An overwhelming 90% of Americans say they're willing to help a new parent—but more than 6 in 10 moms, including 76% of Hispanic moms, say they struggle to ask for it. Especially when the need is emotional. 'The transition to parenthood is one of the most important and most challenging times in a person's life, yet many new moms face it without the support they need,' said Kelly Ernst, Chief Impact Officer at March of Dimes. 'Together with Philips Avent, we're calling on communities to turn their willingness to help into meaningful action.' Related: The messy, hilarious truth about new motherhood—told in painfully funny comics Why we're still not asking for help The study paints a picture that many moms already know intimately: the early weeks postpartum are raw, exhausting, and often invisible to the broader community. Nearly two-thirds of parents say the first three months are when they need help the most. Yet our culture often glamorizes maternal martyrdom, reinforcing the message that needing help is a weakness. This is especially true for moms of color. Hispanic moms are the most likely group to report difficulty asking for help—three in four say it's hard to voice their support needs. This is where both cultural expectations and systemic inequalities collide. The result? A crushing solo act for too many mothers in a society that still pretends the nuclear family is enough. Mental health and me-time are the most unmet needs The top requests from moms were basic human needs: Emotional and mental health support: coping with postpartum depression, isolation, decision fatigue. Self-care and recovery: breaks, rest, light exercise, and therapy. Even though 93% of moms say self-care is essential, 80% get less than an hour of personal time per day. And unless their village is clued in on what postpartum really looks like, they may never offer help in the first place. The research found that only 31% of the general public is very familiar with postpartum health issues. But when people are informed, they're 2.5x more likely to step up. So who is showing up? The data also busts some myths about gender roles: Fathers of children under 18 are just as likely as moms to have supported another parent recently (72% vs. 75%), and dads are more likely to contribute financially. Among friends and extended family, support tends to flow more to immediate relatives than close friends—which may explain why many new moms feel socially abandoned just when they need the most care. The Share the Care campaign from Philips and March of Dimes is trying to change that. Their goal? To arm the public with tools and reminders that supporting a new parent doesn't have to be complicated. Think: dropping off a meal, sending a 'you're doing amazing' text, or taking the baby for 20 minutes so mom can shower in peace. In short: don't wait to be asked. Just show up. Related: Why do women wake up feeling worse than men? The science (and inequity) of sleep and motherhood A motherhood crisis hidden in plain sight This report echoes what many experts and parents have been saying for years: the structure of modern American parenting is deeply out of sync with reality. Moms are expected to work like they don't have children and raise children like they don't work—while simultaneously pretending they don't need help. If every mom feels alone, then we are all in this together. Ask for help. Step up for another mom. Be the village you needed. Because moms are the ultimate agents of change. Want to be part of the solution? Explore the Share the Care campaign from Philips and March of Dimes here. Sources: Share the Care: How Americans Can Better Support New Parents. 2024. March of Dimes. Share the Care: How Americans Can Better Support New Parents. New Philips Avent Survey Reveals Stark Gap Between Support for New Moms and Intentions to Help. 2024. Philips. New Philips Avent Survey Reveals Stark Gap Between Support for New Moms and Intentions to Help. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
March of Dimes Canada Flags Harm to Injured Workers as WSIB Strike Disruption Grows
TORONTO, July 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) is responding to a letter received today from March of Dimes Canada (MODC) — a leading national charity supporting people with disabilities — highlighting the growing consequences of the ongoing WSIB lockout. In the letter addressed to OCEU President Harry Goslin, MODC outlines major disruptions to critical services for injured workers since the WSIB locked out its frontline workforce on May 21, 2025. These include: A complete halt in Employment Placement Service referrals from WSIB between May 20 and June 16, 2025 — with only limited referrals resuming since. Suspended clinical assessments and coaching services, impacting people facing barriers to work due to health conditions, physical impairments, and psychological changes. Delays in plan approvals, extension requests, and invoicing, due to the unavailability of WSIB staff to provide necessary direction. MODC noted, it typically receives at least 40 employment referrals per month, all aimed at helping injured workers regain financial independence and reduce reliance on WSIB benefits. The organization also conducted nearly 600 clinical assessments last year. Many of these services are now stalled, despite MODC staff being ready and willing to deliver them. Crucially, MODC called on the WSIB, the union, and the Government of Ontario to prioritize a resolution that restores services and protects the well-being of injured persons. "We thank March of Dimes Canada for stepping forward and naming what we've been hearing from workers, service providers, and employers across the province — the lockout is creating real consequences for people who rely on WSIB to rebuild their lives," said Harry Goslin, President of OCEU/CUPE 1750. "The longer this goes on, the more harm is being done. It's time for action." The union continues to call on WSIB leadership and the Ontario government to act urgently. More than 3,600 frontline WSIB workers remain locked out, with unresolved issues around workloads, stagnant wages, and the outsourcing of Ontario jobs at the heart of the dispute. pp/cope491 View source version on Contacts For more information, please contact: Bill ChalupiakCUPE Communications Representativewchalupiak@ 416-707-1401 Sign in to access your portfolio
National Post
04-07-2025
- Business
- National Post
March of Dimes Canada Flags Harm to Injured Workers as WSIB Strike Disruption Grows
Article content TORONTO — The Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) is responding to a letter received today from March of Dimes Canada (MODC) — a leading national charity supporting people with disabilities — highlighting the growing consequences of the ongoing WSIB lockout. Article content In the letter addressed to OCEU President Harry Goslin, MODC outlines major disruptions to critical services for injured workers since the WSIB locked out its frontline workforce on May 21, 2025. These include: Article content A complete halt in Employment Placement Service referrals from WSIB between May 20 and June 16, 2025 — with only limited referrals resuming since. Suspended clinical assessments and coaching services, impacting people facing barriers to work due to health conditions, physical impairments, and psychological changes. Delays in plan approvals, extension requests, and invoicing, due to the unavailability of WSIB staff to provide necessary direction. Article content MODC noted, it typically receives at least 40 employment referrals per month, all aimed at helping injured workers regain financial independence and reduce reliance on WSIB benefits. The organization also conducted nearly 600 clinical assessments last year. Many of these services are now stalled, despite MODC staff being ready and willing to deliver them. Article content Crucially, MODC called on the WSIB, the union, and the Government of Ontario to prioritize a resolution that restores services and protects the well-being of injured persons. Article content 'We thank March of Dimes Canada for stepping forward and naming what we've been hearing from workers, service providers, and employers across the province — the lockout is creating real consequences for people who rely on WSIB to rebuild their lives,' said Harry Goslin, President of OCEU/CUPE 1750. 'The longer this goes on, the more harm is being done. It's time for action.' Article content The union continues to call on WSIB leadership and the Ontario government to act urgently. More than 3,600 frontline WSIB workers remain locked out, with unresolved issues around workloads, stagnant wages, and the outsourcing of Ontario jobs at the heart of the dispute. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content For more information, please contact: Article content Article content Bill Chalupiak Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Volunteers pack bags for hospitals at Charlotte March of Dimes event
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The Charlotte March of Dimes was held Friday to support local health centers. Volunteers from Deloitte spent their Friday morning filling more than 300 kits to be donated to nearby hospitals, families with children in the NICU and health practitioners. The March of Dimes works to improve health for mothers and infants. Last year, the organization gave North Carolina a D+ grade for the health care provided in the state. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Philips and Ingeborg Initiatives address maternal health challenges in Arkansas with access to critical resources through the Philips Avent Pregnancy+ app
Arkansas moms get access to customized content and information on essential state resources for a healthier pregnancy CAMBRIDGE, Mass. & BENTONVILLE, Ark., March 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, and Ingeborg Initiatives are teaming up to provide all expectant parents in Arkansas with access to Philips Avent Pregnancy+ app with customized state-offered information and tools to increase access to care, improve health literacy and adopt healthy habits. State residents who download the Pregnancy+ app will automatically receive access to this premium, customized content. In the U.S., Arkansas ranks 50th in maternal mortality [1] as well as infant mortality [2]. Educational tools such as Pregnancy+ give families direct access to state-offered content developed by experts to help drive awareness, confidence and a healthy lifestyle. A recent survey among pregnant and postpartum mothers indicates that those using the Pregnancy+ app report higher maternal health literacy, interest in engaging in early and regular prenatal care and adopting healthier habits compared to those who do not use pregnancy apps, which ultimately may foster better health outcomes for mom and baby [3]. "Maternal health in Arkansas is in crisis. Lawmakers are now focused on it, but it is going to take all stakeholders—public, private, philanthropic—to get women the care they need before, during and after birth," said Olivia Walton, Founder & CEO of Ingeborg Initiatives. "We want to meet moms where they are—on their phones—providing them with the necessary resources at their fingertips. This is a positive step towards helping ensure healthier pregnancies through access to critical information and services that will help build healthy families." Pregnancy+, the world's #1 pregnancy app with more than 80 million lifetime downloads, provides information and guidance throughout a pregnancy including over 800 articles, lifelike 3D baby models, a weekly pregnancy tracker and audio/video courses led by health and well-being experts. In addition, the app is customized with information about Arkansas-based social services, infant health topics, mental health resources, early childhood programs and additional support services for expecting and new parents. These topics offer essential support throughout pregnancy and early parenthood. "At Philips, we are deeply committed to advancing maternal health and access to care through education and innovative technology, and Pregnancy+ is just one way we are doing that," said Dana Medema, Head of Personal Health, Philips North America. "No one organization is going to be able to address the maternal health crisis alone, but collaboratively, we can meet moms where they are and give them access to the care they need." [1] UAMS Study to Address Maternal, Infant Deaths with $2.4 Million Federal Grant | UAMS News [2] 2024 March Of Dimes Report Card For Arkansas | PeriStats | March of Dimes [3] Philips Pregnancy & Postpartum Study amongst 1,066 pregnant & postpartum women in the USA in 2024 conducted by SKIM About Royal Philips Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people's health and well-being through meaningful innovation. Philips' patient- and people-centric innovation leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver personal health solutions for consumers and professional health solutions for healthcare providers and their patients in the hospital and the home. Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company is a leader in diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, image-guided therapy, monitoring and enterprise informatics, as well as in personal health. Philips generated 2024 sales of EUR 18 billion and employs approximately 67,800 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at About Ingeborg Initiatives Ingeborg Initiatives was founded by Olivia Walton and is dedicated to empowering mothers in the state of Arkansas by improving maternal health, advancing women's economic opportunity and expanding access to quality care and early learning opportunities for children. "Ingeborg" is the namesake of Olivia's maternal grandmother. The name and its personal significance embody the organization's mission to empower mothers in Arkansas. 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