TCU's Maternal Health Accelerator: Investing in Prenatal and Postpartum Care

Addressing Maternal Healthcare Disparities

• ⚠️ The reality is that it is less safe to have a baby today than it was 50 years ago in the United States.
• 🎯 In certain areas of Fort Worth, black women experience some of the highest mortality rates in the state.
• 💡 The focus has shifted from discussing the 'why' to actively implementing how to change these concerning statistics.

TCU's Maternal Health Accelerator Initiative

• 🔬 Researchers and physicians at TCU's Burnett School of Medicine are leading an initiative to transform maternal care delivery.
• 💰 With a significant investment of $25 million, the accelerator aims to reduce severe maternal complications by 20% annually over the next three years.
• 🤝 The program connects expecting mothers with essential resources, including prenatal care, postpartum support, and doula services.

Personal Impact and Future Vision

• ✨ The story of Chantel Atkins and her daughter Shiloh exemplifies the life-changing impact of this initiative.
• 💖 Doulas like Leticia Green provide crucial humanitarian support and see themselves in the mothers they serve.
• 🚀 The ultimate goal is to ensure that mothers and babies are alive and healthy, with the potential to change maternal care delivery nationwide.