PAC member Samantha Reyes joined CEO Eleni Z. Tsigas at the ISSHP meeting last week to highlight how patients add value to research study teams. She is a maternal health advocate, @mommasvoices.bsky.social PFP, & a biopharma professional #preeclampsia

In Season 2, Episode 1, Patient Family Partner Autumn Mels shares how speaking up about her maternal health journey led to unexpected healing and impact. 🎧 Listen now to Autumn’s powerful story on The Power of MoMMAs Voices Podcast. #MaternalHealth

5 Tips To Talk to Your Kids about your pregnancy experience: 1. Make Your Pregnancy Story A Part of Your Family Story. Click below to read more! www.mommasvoices.org/blog/talking...

✨ Planning for challenges means inviting everyone to the table. Families thrive when they plan together, aim for realistic options instead of perfection, and equip support people with the tools they need from knowing the right contacts to describing issues clearly.

Patient Family Partner Spotlight Time! Briley Patterson is a maternal health advocate and patient family partner based in Omaha, Nebraska. Briley is a survivor of Postpartum depression and anxiety, and really struggled to find the help she needed during the immediate postpartum stage.

In Season 2, Episode 3 of The Power of MoMMAs Voices Podcast, our Patient Family Partner Alexis LaVacca shares a powerful reminder that empathy means choosing words that heal, not hurt. It’s a message we can all carry forward. ✨ 🎧 Listen to the full episode now.

Happy Monday! We are excited to announce the third episode of Season 2 of The Power of MoMMAs Voices Podcast! This week, we are featuring #preeclampsia advocate Alexis LaVacca: podcast.mommasvoices.org #podcast

“Create a community who is there to support, advocate, and be there for you across your motherhood journey.” -Dr. Colleen Grant, Power of MoMMAs Voices podcast season 2, episode 2 Listen at: www.buzzsprout.com/2077921/epis...

We know that NICU experiences are part of many of our stories. What was the best way that someone showed up for you? Tell us in the comments!

When patients and families share their stories, they become powerful advocates for better maternal care. Comment “more” to learn how to get involved! #MaternalHealth #PatientVoices #StorytellingForChange #BirthEquity #MaternalWellness #LivedExperienceMatters

When patients and families share their stories, they become powerful advocates for better maternal care. Comment “more” to learn how to get involved! #MaternalHealth #PatientVoices #StorytellingForChange #BirthEquity #MaternalWellness #LivedExperienceMatters

Patient Family Partner Spotlight! Read part of Ana's story!

We were honored to attend the 2025 Black Maternal Mental Health Summit alongside so many beautiful, powerful advocates and community leaders. Our Program Director, Nicole Purnell, represented MoMMAs Voices as we stood together to uplift Black moms #BMMH2025 #MoMMAsVoices #BlackMaternalHealth

When patients and families share their stories, they become powerful advocates for better maternal care. Join us as a patient family partner and help shape a future where every voice matters and every experience guides real change. #MaternalHealth #PatientVoices #StorytellingForChange

Our Patient Family Partners show this strength every day, by sharing their stories, raising awareness, and driving real change in maternal health. Your voice has power. #MoMMAsVoices #PatientFamilyPartner #MaternalHealth #Advocacy

Take things one step at a time—you’re not alone. 💛 Whether you need moral support, help amplifying your voice, or just want to connect with others who’ve been there, we’re here for you every step of the way. #AdvocacyJourney #YouAreNotAlone #LivedExperience #SupportEachOther #AmplifyYourVoice

"The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate among high-income countries, and despite 2023 data indicating an overall decline in maternal deaths, the rate for non-Hispanic Black women unfortunately saw a slight increase." #maternalhealth #merckformothers #MoMMAsVoices

Listening to a patient's lived experience is key to providing compassionate, personalized care. Their story goes beyond symptoms – it's a window into their unique journey, values, and needs. #LivedExperience #PatientAdvocacy #MoMMAsVoices #HealthcareChange #FamilyPartners #Empowerment

Become a Maternal Health Advocate with MoMMAs Voices! 💜 Every mother deserves safe, respectful care. Get trained, share your story, and join a powerful community making real change. 📢 Amplify Voices 📚 Get Certified 🤝 Advocate for Better Care #MaternalHealth #MommasVoices

Stillbirth is a heartbreaking reality that can affect any family, and in many cases, we don’t fully understand why. Researchers are working to learn more about risk factors, but one thing is clear: awareness and proactive care matter. #maternalhealth #stillbirth #mommasvoices #preeclampsiafoundation

🎉 Excited to welcome Urban Baby Beginnings as a 2024 MoMMAS Voices Partner! Together, we’re empowering families and driving change in maternal health. Learn more: mommasvoices.org #MaternalHealth #MoMMASVoices www.mommasvoices.org..

🩸 Excited to welcome the National Blood Clot Alliance Stop the Clot® as a 2024 MoMMAS Voices Partner! Together, we’re raising awareness and saving lives. Learn more: mommasvoices.org #MaternalHealth #StopTheClot

“I learned a long time ago the wisest thing I can do is be on my own side, be an advocate for myself and others like me.” - Maya Angelou

🌱 The Importance of Nutrition in Maternal Health 🌱 Did you know? Adequate folic acid intake before and during pregnancy can help prevent neural tube defects in newborns.

💔 Did you know that pregnancy significantly increases the risk of blood clots? The CDC highlights how changes in your body during pregnancy can lead to conditions like DVT (deep vein thrombosis) or PE (pulmonary embolism). Here’s what to know. 🧵 www.cdc.gov/blood-clots/...

💬 Gal Gadot’s health scare during her 8th month of pregnancy is a reminder of how sharing your story can save lives. 💙 After weeks of 😣 headaches, she was diagnosed with a brain blood clot 🧠 and underwent emergency surgery. Her story inspires us to speak up. people.com/gal-gadot-re...