Many Californians experience food insecurity during pregnancy. The ongoing federal government shutdown puts essential food benefits at risk. California WIC grocery stores are open in November, and food banks can assist.
Food banks: cafoodbanks.org/our-members
WIC stores: www.myfamily.wic.ca.gov

Tomorrow is #AANHPIMentalHealthDay. We must support AANHPI birthing people facing mental health challenges during and after pregnancy. They need culturally & linguistically appropriate care, especially during times of heightened racial discrimination.

📞 1-833-TLC-MAMA
🌐 bit.ly/API-Desi-support

This #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, we highlight the importance of mental health in supporting overall maternal well-being. Birthing people face unique challenges, with 1 in 3 experiencing anxiety or depression. Support is key. For help, call 1-833-TLC-MAMA. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/cdph-mentalhealth-covid

The Centering Black Mothers in CA report provides a roadmap to improve Black maternal health by addressing the impacts of structural racism in neighborhoods, communities, & health care. Transformative change starts with Black women. @bwwla.bsky.social

🔗Learn more: bit.ly/cbm-report  

#BMHW25

This #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, we’re partnering with the UCSF MILK Lab to illustrate how maternity care experiences shape Black birth equity in California.

🔗Learn more: healthequity.ucsf.edu/mce

#BMHW25