Maternal & Child Health
Maternal and child health focuses on the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, as well as the health and development of infants and young children. This area includes access to prenatal and postnatal care, nutrition, early childhood services, and support for families. Ensuring that mothers and children receive proper care and resources leads to healthier pregnancies, better birth outcomes, and improved long-term development for children. Strong maternal and child health systems are a cornerstone of community well-being.Maternal and Child Health (MCH) in Linn County focuses on improving access to healthcare, reducing disparities, and addressing social determinants of health for pregnant individuals, infants, and young children. Key challenges include transportation barriers, maternal mental health, racial health disparities, food insecurity, and access to quality childcare. Local efforts aim to improve outcomes by connecting families to healthcare, nutrition, and support services. Expanding culturally competent care, mental health resources, and transportation solutions remains critical to strengthening MCH in the community.
