Weave West Virginia – Training Series Announcement

WEAVE WEST VIRGINIA TRAINING SERIES Join our virtual training series on domestic violence, substance use, and substance use coercion with a special focus on better serving pregnant and postpartum survivors, and their families. These six sessions focus on supporting survivors navigating legal issues and housing resources. March 12 to April 16, 2024 Tuesdays from 12-1pm EDT   Recent news Weave ... Read More

WVU Study Recruitment – Mental Health During Pregnancy

Study Recruitment Advertisement:  Recruiting pregnant individuals to complete an online research survey on mental health during pregnancy We are seeking pregnant individuals to participate in a research study on mental health during pregnancy. This study is being conducted by Juliana Restivo Haney, MPH under the supervision of Dr. Shari Steinman in the Department of Psychology at West Virginia University. WVU IRB approval is on file, Protocol # 2306796468. ... Read More

WV Releases Health Advisory on Perinatal HIV

The following advisory information is taken from WV Health Advisory #217. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public has confirmed an infant born with perinatally acquired HIV. Perinatal transmission of HIV is when HIV is passed from a person with HIV to their child during pregnancy, birth or through breastfeeding. This is the first case ... Read More

She Shed gives mothers private place to nurse at the State Fair

From WVNS: "Nursing Mothers have a new tool on their side this year at the state fair. This year the state fair announced the addition of the She Shed, a private barn for nursing mothers. Moms can scan the QR code to learn how to gain access. Inside there is a changing station, breastfeeding supplies, comfy places to nurse, and ... Read More

CDC Recommends COVID-19 Vaccines for Young Children

From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: "CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation that all children 6 months through 5 years of age should receive a COVID-19 vaccine. This expands eligibility for vaccination to nearly 20 million additional children and means that all Americans ages 6 months and older are ... Read More

HRSA Launches New Maternal Mental Health Hotline (HELP4MOMS)

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) launched a brand new Maternal Mental Health Hotline (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS). This new hotline is confidential and toll-free and is designed for expecting and new moms experiencing mental health challenges. The hotline is staffed with counselors available to provide mental health support. Moms can call or text the hotline to connect with a counselor at no charge. ... Read More