Opinion: Mentally ill women deserve more support to have children

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What happened

“The maternal mental health needs of women like me have been badly underprioritized in American society,” writes Meg LeDuc.

Key facts

  • Reported by STAT and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:30:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Outbreaks, approvals and guidance changes have direct practical consequences for care, travel and public-health planning.

What to watch next

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Sources

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