AHA today issued a refresh of its COVID-19 resource on ways hospitals and health systems are caring for mothers and babies during the pandemic. The resource examines labor and delivery policies, telehealth options for pre- and postnatal care, breastfeeding, maternal mental health and racial disparities. It also features case examples from across the country. AHA will continue to issue updates periodically.

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