As Louisiana families celebrate Mother’s Day and recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Louisiana Healthcare Connections is spotlighting the importance of maternal mental health and the progress being made to improve care for moms before, during, and after pregnancy.

Motherhood is one of life’s most meaningful experiences, but it can also bring stress, anxiety, and depression. Louisiana continues to face longstanding challenges in maternal health outcomes, making access to comprehensive, coordinated care more important than ever.