Maternal and Infant Health

Approximately 6 million pregnancies occur each year in the United States. Although maternal death is the most extreme adverse pregnancy outcome, a much greater number of women are affected by pregnancy-related complications or morbidities, such as hemorrhage, ectopic (tubal) pregnancy, pregnancy-induced hypertension, infection, and depression. In this section you can find the information and resources to make informed choices for yourself and your family.