Listening to
Mothers Survey
Listening to Mothers is the largest and most comprehensive survey of new mothers in a decade. Throughout the survey, one message is clear: the United States is failing to support moms during pregnancy and early parenthood.
Too many mothers feel unheard, unsupported, or pressured during pregnancy or childbirth. Moms need high-quality, trusted care that improves health outcomes – and they’re not getting it.
Explore the findings from more than 3,800 mothers across the country.
Tatyana Ali on Why Listening to Mothers Has To Be the Future of Maternal Care
USA Today‘s special feature on Listening to Mothers highlights the story of actor and activist Tatyana Ali. Ali’s traumatic birthing experience with her first child echoes the stories of too many women. Her second pregnancy illustrates the kind of care all women deserve.
Tatiyana Ali Says Black Mothers Deserve a Joyful Birth Experience
USA Today‘s special feature on Listening to Mothers highlights the story of actor and activist Tatyana Ali. Ali’s traumatic birthing experience with her first child echoes the stories of too many women. Her second pregnancy illustrates the kind of care all women deserve.
The Latest
40%
of mothers reported not feeling heard or listened to by providers
Listening to Mothers is a nationwide initiative to hear directly from birthing women and people about being pregnant, giving birth, and supporting themselves and their babies postpartum.
“The OB-GYN said it would be a ‘busy month’ and better for me to get induced.”
40%of mothers reported not feeling heard or listened to by providers
Listening to Mothers is a nationwide initiative to hear directly from birthing women and people about being pregnant, giving birth, and supporting themselves and their babies postpartum.
“The OB-GYN said it would be a ‘busy month’ and better for me to get induced.”
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NPWF President Jocelyn Frye discusses the Listening to Mothers Survey and the Black maternal health crisis in the United States
Read up on the Listening to Mothers survey, check out our data and methodology, find a media contact, and more.
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