Antenatal breastmilk expression / collecting colostrum before birth could be beneficial for moms / babies
Screening for small placentas could prevent 30% of stillbirths
Expectant mothers could have virtual expert support 24/7 / proactive screening / postpartum support / wearable health technology / insurance covered doulas
Antenatal corticosteroids / probiotics could help newborn babies survive
The flu shot could be given in optimal ways / times
Ultrasounds / at-home dopplers could affect the fetus
People could be notified (apps / text messages) about listeria outbreaks / foodborne diseases / infectious diseases
Nitrous oxide / other pain management methods could be used for childbirth
Cord clamping could be delayed in childbirth
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) could be reduced as a pregnancy risk
Flexible / remote work arrangements could be possible for pregnancy / menopause / parents / caregivers
Pregnancy cervical / vaginal checks could be unnecessary / harmful
The third stage of labor / afterbirth could be natural / less painful
Monitoring heartbeats / blood pressure / infections / iron levels at home could prevent maternal pregnancy death
Cardiomyopathy / embolisms / heart issues, hemorrhage, blood clots, infections, placental abruptions, pregnacy-induced hypertension (preeclampsia), suicides could be tracked / prevented in pregnant (U.S.) women
Pregnant women could have midwives and OB-GYNs, doulas, tech supported care and monitoring, earlier appointments, and 3x the postpartum visits / care
Hyperemesis / pregnancy nausea / vomiting could be researched more / treated better
Hysterectomies could be overprescribed / affect women's mental health
Womb / uterus transfers could enable pregnancy
Autoimmune diagnosis / treatment could be determined in infertility / miscarriages
Thyroid / cortisol issues could be discovered beyond testing "TSH"
Diagnostic testing could be done before IUI / IVF / recurrent pregnancy loss
Endometritis / bacterial vaginosis / abnormal uterus microbiome / infections could be causes of infertility / miscarriages
Miscarriage autopsies could determine causes / contribute to research
Genetic / acquired blood disorders could be screened for to prevent miscarriages
Pregnancy bed rest may not be effective / harmful
Workplace time off / support could be provided for fertility treatment / pregnancy ailments
Genetic variants / epigenetic change / DNA fragmentation / oxidative stress / incompatibility could be tested to determine potential fertility issues
Stillbirths could be prevented / researched more
Tylenol (acetaminophen) use during pregnancy could be linked with ADHD / autism
Progesterone could prevent recurrent miscarriages / be used in IUI
Issues with progesterone in ovulation could be discovered
Cord blood, tissue, and/or the placenta could be used for medical purposes rather than thrown away
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) could be screened for pre- and post-partum with available treatment options
The effects of anti-depressants on pregnancy / postpartum health could have randomized control trials / clear guidance
Miscarriages could cost less than births in U.S. healthcare
HCG / estrogen / progesterone levels could be tracked to predict miscarriages earlier
Miscarriages could be misdiagnosed
Outdoor cats / toxoplasmosis could detrimentally change brains and affect pregnancy
Gardening, undercooked meat, and unwashed food (toxoplasmosis) could be avoided while pregnant / with weakened immune systems
C-sections could be gentler / safer
Pregnant women could be more prepared for / informed about C-sections
Prenatal vitamins could be lacking in / provide too much of certain nutrients
Baby aspirin could be beneficial for IVF, maternal health, and pregnancy
Progesterone gel / pills instead of shots could be used during IVF / pregnancy
Egg freezing could be oversold / unregulated
Natural miscarriages could not be prosecuted
Limits on abortions could affect miscarriage care / pregnant womens' lives
The false dichotomy between a "natural" / "unnatural" childbirth could change
The risks of vaginal births to both mother / child could be fully researched, considered, explained, and treated
Pregnancy tests could be flushable
Prenatal genetic tests could result in false positives / negatives and have government regulation
Underwear could have room for ice / heat packs
Adequate paid leave / time off could be offered after miscarriage, stillbirth, bereavement, and/or other traumatic events
Family planning and pregnancy/maternal healthcare could be more available in Texas, South Dakota, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Florida, Missouri, and more
Postpartum care could be improved, sooner, include screening, and have home visits to prevent harm / deaths
Early Labor Lounges (ELL) could reduce the need for cesarean births
Sneakers / shoes could be made for people with disabilities or pregnant women
Postpartum healthcare for new moms / gynecology could improve, include screening, and incorporate insurance-covered pelvic floor / physical therapy
Pregnant women and new mothers could access workouts to prevent diastasis recti
Pregnant women could have multiple testing for Group B Strep / a vaccine could be developed / more information and awareness could be available
Pregnant women's workplace rights could be protected
Women could have positive birth experiences
Doulas and/or midwives could result in positive pregnancy and infant outcomes
Certain moisturizers could be avoided while pregnant
Vaccinations could need booster shots
Birthing / newborn kits could be provided to mothers without hospital or health clinic access
Food, water, drinks, or condiments could be fortified with micronutrients
Mentorship programs could help at-risk youth, drug addicts, homeless, ex-offenders, potential terrorists, immigrants, refugees, new employees, and students
Drones could deliver emergency medical supplies
More U.S. clinics could offer late-term abortions to those who have maternal or fetal medical issues
New parents could receive a baby box
Parents and parents-to-be could receive calls or text messages to promote maternal and child health
Pregnant women or parents with small children could have special parking or use handicapped spots
The Nurse-Family Partnership / parent home visiting programs could be used more widely
