Early Prenatal Care Declines, Affects Mothers and Babies

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Early doctor visits during pregnancy help mothers and babies stay healthy. A new report shows fewer women now start care in the first three months.

From 2021 to 2024, early care dropped from 78.3% to 75.5%. Doctors say late care means they cannot check for problems early enough.

This drop in early care is worse for some minority mothers. Getting late or no care can make maternal mortality risks higher.

Many hospitals have closed their birthing and baby care units. This creates areas with no doctors for pregnant women, called deserts.

Some doctors may not work in states with certain abortion laws. Experts worry this trend will mean more health problems for mothers.

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Why are early doctor visits important during pregnancy?

Early doctor visits help mothers and babies stay healthy.

What happened to the percentage of women starting care in the first three months from 2021 to 2024?

The percentage dropped from 78.3% to 75.5%.

What is a consequence of late or no care for pregnant women?

It can make maternal mortality risks higher.

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