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Resources for patients are aimed at supporting birthing individuals before, during, and after pregnancy. Topics include maternal mental health, community programs for low-resource families, shared decision-making, navigating racism in care settings, and more. See below for a full list of main topics and sub-topics.

Education Regarding Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Postpartum Period

Mental Health Resources

Chronic Conditions and Medical Complications

Discharge Planning

Family Leave

Support for Uninsured, Underinsured, Unhoused, or Low Resource Individuals

Nutrition and Breastfeeding

CDC Hear Her - Pregnant and Postpartum Women
CDC Hear Her - High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
CDC Maternal Health - Diabetes During Pregnancy
National Partnership for Women and Families - Childbirth Connection
National Partnership for Women and Families - FMLA
National Partnership for Women and Families - Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
HRSA - Healthy Start: Nurturing Health and Preventing Disparities
Nurse Family Partnership - Helping First Time Parents Succeed
La Leche League - Breastfeeding Resources
Preeclampsia Foundation - Birth Trauma Hotline
Healthy Babies Project DC - Resources and Support for Unhoused and Teenage Pregnant Individuals
HRSA - Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Postpartum Support International - Online Support Forum for Individuals with PPD
The Pregnancy Hub - Pregnancy Passport
Growing & Grace: A Journey to Emotional Wellness in Pregnancy
Healthy Mom and Baby - Pregnancy Complications
BC Women's Hospital Health Center - Caring for Yourself After Birth
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - Pregnancy Resources
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - Resources for Patients and Families
National Institutes of Health - Chronic and Pregnancy Specific Conditions
Evidence-Based Birth: Resources for Parents
USDA MyPlate - Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Maryland Department of Health - Enrolling in WIC
UPO Office of Early Learning - Care Coordination and Early Headstart Enrollment for Infants
Serene Solutions - Local Perinatal Mental health Consultations
The Pregnancy Hub - Resources for Substance Use and Harm Reduction
Bread for the City DC - Diaper Program
Children's National - DC Mother Baby Wellness Program
Maryland Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Program
Postpartum Support Virginia - Find Support
Momease - Find Classes, Resources, and Providers
Intuitive Parenting - DC Parent Support for Staying Sane While Sleep Training
Columbia Associates VA - The Perinatal Mental Health Project
Healthy Mom and Baby - Resources for a Healthy Pregnancy
Community of Hope DC - Services for Birthing People
Virginia Loves Breastfeeding - Breastfeeding Resources
March of Dimes - NICU Resources for Families
March of Dimes Health Action Sheet - Build Your Birth Plan
March of Dimes Health Action Sheet - Low Dose Aspirin
March of Dimes Health Action Sheet - Folic Acid
March of Dimes Health Action Sheet - Understanding Your Feelings After Giving Birth
March of Dimes Health Action Sheet - Signs and Symptoms of Preterm Labor
CDC Hear Her - Personal Stories of Pregnancy-Related Complications
Wolomi - Perinatal Support App
Covenant House - Housing Support for Unhoused Pregnant Individuals and Young Families
Mother to Baby - Information on Vaccines and Medications During Pregnancy and Postpartum
March of Dimes - Coping with Stress in the NICU
Mary's Center DC and MD - Perinatal Mental Health Resources in Spanish and English
The Union Mission Ministries - Housing Shelter and Resources for Families
South Eastern Family Project (SEFP) - Coordination for Birthing and Postpartum Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
Metropolitan Doulas - Resources for Pregnancy and Postpartum
Healthy Mom and Baby - Resources for a Healthy Baby

Respecting Boundaries and Patient Advocacy

Trauma-Informed Care & Birth Trauma

Shared Decision-Making

Mother’s Choice – Making Informed Decisions

Communication Tools

Birth Planning

CDC Hear Her - You Know Your Body Best: Conversation Guide
National Partnership for Women and Families - Know Your Rights
National Partnership for Women and Families - Listening to Mothers
Preeclampsia Foundation - Birth Trauma Resources
Region 9 Perinatal Quality Collaborative - Resources and Guides for Tauma Informed Care
NYC Health - Respectful Care at Birth Fact Sheet
National Partnership for Women and Families - Making Informed Decisions
Make Birth Better - Birth Trauma Resources
Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance - Birth Trauma Fact Sheet
Choices in Childbirth - Educational and Interactive Tools for Making Choices
Nursing Open - Topics to Facilitate Support Between Pregnant Individuals and Midwives
Choices in Childbirth - Educational and Interactive Tools for Making Choices
Mums Matter Psychology - Empowering Yourself: Advocating for Trauma-Informed Care During Pregnancy
Trauma Talk - Media Resources for Individuals with Birth Trauma
Evidence-Based Mommies - How to Take Care of Yourself Postpartum
Clear Light Birth - Setting Healthy Boundaries While Pregnant
Nurtered Postpartum - Guide for Setting Postpartum Boundaries
Expectful - Tips for Setting Boundaries as a New Mom
Be Her Village - Steps for Establishing Boundaries During Pregnancy
The Matrescence - Guide for Setting Boundaries in Motherhood
Baby Doppler - Boundaries to Reduce Anxiety
Plus Sized Birth - Setting Healthy Boundaries with Family During Pregnancy
Elite Postpartum Doulas - Setting Postpartum Boundaries
Up To Date - Choosing Your Route of Delivery After a C-Section

Cultural Biases and Systemic Racism

Knowing Your Rights

Mother’s Choice – Making Informed Decisions

Support Networks

Navigating Racism in Care Settings

National Association to Advance Black Birth - Black Birthing Bill of Rights
Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance - Resources for BIPOC Birthing People
Evidence-Based Birth - Birth Justice Resources
Pediatrics - Addressing Racism in the NICU
Urban Institute DC - Evidence Based and Community Informed Recommendations for Improving Black Maternal Health
Just Birth Space - Inclusive Support Community Rooted in Birth Justice
Cleo - Antiracism Resources for Birthing People, Partners, and Families
Sisters in Loss - Resources for Black Individuals Navigating Infant and Pregnancy Loss
Mamatoto Village DC and MD - Inclusive and Informed Resources and Care Coordination
Mamtoto Village DC and MD - Black Mama's Guide
Black Mamas Matter Alliance - Black Maternal Health Incubator Hub
Birth in Color VA - Perinatal Hub
Irth - App for BIPOC Perinatal Individuals to View Provider Reviews
Zero to Thrive - Parent Resources for Race and Racism
Postpartum Support International - Resources for BIPOC Individuals
National Perinatal Task Force - Find a 'Safe Spot'
Pampers - Resource Guide for Black Mothers
Henry Ford Health - Pregnancy Self-Advocacy Tips for Black Women
Nesting Doula Collective - Culturally Informed Doulas and Resources

We accept new resources for the I CAN Resource Hub on a rolling basis. If you would like to submit a resource for consideration, please email
Elizabeth Kielb at ekielb@marchofdimes.org

© 2025 I CAN | DMV Maternal and Infant Health Equity Coalition | Hosted by March of Dimes | All rights reserved.

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