Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the release of New York’s first-ever maternal mental health report detailing the challenges pregnant women are facing and recommendations for improvements statewide. In addition to the report, the state also made available funding to help OBGYN and family medicine practices support perinatal pregnant women with behavioral health needs and is hosting a series of virtual roundtables to discuss maternal mental health issues.

“As New York's first Mom-Governor, this is personal for me — and I'll never stop working to ensure that pregnant women across our state have the support and resources they need,” Governor Hochul said. “Our report and ongoing efforts will help ensure all New Yorkers have access to critical mental health supports that improve o

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