The Newborn Navigator Act mandates the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to create comprehensive resources for parents to navigate the 'fourth trimester' during the critical postpartum period.
This legislation is designed to tackle maternal mortality while also improving access to essential postpartum services like mental health support and community health resources.
Councilmember Jennifer Gutiérrez drew inspiration for this act from her staff member's experience with the challenges of accessing resources during the postpartum period.
With the Newborn Navigator Act, parents will receive written materials within 30 days of birth, along with an online platform for seamless access to vital support services.
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