Maternal mortality overall got better in 2022, according to the latest data released in December. But there is a concerning upward trend of postpartum overdose deaths.
Tennessee earns D- grade on annual infant and maternal health report card
Tennessee’s preterm birth rate rose again, totaling more than 11% of births in 2023.
TennCare would cover more pregnancies and diapers under proposal from Gov. Bill Lee
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee is proposing a significant expansion of the state’s Medicaid program, known as TennCare, using money from a new deal negotiated with the Trump Administration described as a “block grant.”
Giving birth while Black in Middle Tennessee
In this episode, we’re speaking with an educator, a doula, a midwife and a doctor about some of the reasons behind this stark disparity and what needs to change to make birth a safer experience for parent and child.
A family in Nashville wanted to keep trying after three miscarriages. Then Roe fell.
Earlier this year, right before Roe v. Wade was overturned, WPLN profiled two sisters who became pregnant at young ages. One had an abortion, one didn’t — and their lives took different paths.
Seeking treatment for addiction while pregnant
For pregnant women battling substance abuse, finding treatment isn’t easy. We’ll talk about why that is and what resources are available to pregnant people in Middle Tennessee.
For pregnant or parenting students, local colleges have few resources. A new Nashville organization aims to help fill the gap.
23-year-old India McKenzie proudly holds up her sonogram — the accordion of black and white images unfolding in her hands. She is starting to get excited about this baby, who she plans to name Polly after her grandmother.
Nashville lawyers and doctors offer a few warnings before the abortion ban takes effect
Lawyers and doctors in Nashville are trying to spread some advice before abortion becomes illegal in the state on Aug. 25. For starters, they say abortion will actually be illegal in Tennessee — not just inaccessible.
With Roe v. Wade gone, we want to hear your stories about getting healthcare in Middle Tennessee
We want to hear your stories about life after Roe v. Wade. Have you faced any obstacles receiving reproductive care, including contraceptives? Have you had to travel out of state to receive abortion care? Are you currently pregnant and concerned about giving birth in Tennessee?
Tennessee’s anti-abortion advocates are celebrating, and eyeing next steps in the abortion battle
Tennessee anti-abortion advocates are celebrating the overturning of Roe v. Wade and discussing the future of anti-abortion activism in the state.
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