In this list are links to state laws that affect families and newborns:
Midwives. Midwifery care is the standard world-wide. The medical model- obstetrics- is the standard of care in the United States. The US also scores poorly, depite all the medical advances, in mother and baby injury and death prevention. Countries that use midwives as the primary pregnancy care-givers have better mother & baby health. Midwifery organization in the United States are working to protect a mother's choice to use a midwife, at home, a birthing center, or in the hospital, rather than have obstetrics ast he only option.
Newborn's and Mother's Health Protection Act (1996). This is about the length of postpartum stay.
Newborn Screening for Metabolic & Genetic Disorders. Different states mandate different blood panels, so not every state requires the same screenings.
Newborn Hearing Screening.
Breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is the natural and best way to feed a baby.
Maternity Leave.
Vaccines. Many people think vaccines (immunizations) are absolutely mandatory, but they are not. A parent may choose to not vaccinate or delay vaccines.
The following link is for a national organization that works to prevent legalized abuse of women during pregnancy and birth:
National Advocates for Pregnant Women.
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