2019 PRAMS Surveillance Report

This report includes a detailed look at qualitative and quantitative data to describe and understand the lives of Louisiana mothers before, during, and shortly after pregnancy. Data come from the Louisiana Pregnancy Assessment Monitoring System. Data topics include:

• Maternal demographics & characteristics
• Insurance
• Preconception health
• Family planning
• Prenatal care
• Prenatal risk factors
• Maternal substance use
• Breastfeeding
• Infant sleep environment/safe infant sleep practices
• Stressors and experiences of discrimination
• Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)
• Postpartum depression
• Maternity leave

The report also includes comparisons between national and state data, recommended best practices in maternal and child health for select topics, and direct quotes from mothers.

Suggested Audience: public health agencies/organizations, healthcare providers, policy makers