This resolution recognizes May 6, 2026, as Maternal Mental Health Day to raise public awareness about mental health conditions affecting mothers. The resolution highlights that maternal mental health disorders are the most common complication of pregnancy and childbearing, yet often go undiagnosed and untreated, with approximately one in five new mothers experiencing these conditions annually across 800,000 families in the United States. Untreated maternal mental health conditions can lead to serious consequences including premature births, impaired bonding between mother and child, developmental problems in children, and increased risk of depression and anxiety in offspring, with maternal suicide and overdose accounting for 23 percent of pregnancy-related deaths. The resolution calls for increased awareness among pregnant women, their families, and healthcare providers about risk factors and treatment options, while emphasizing that rural and low-income mothers face heightened risks due to economic instability. The Senate resolution supports efforts to encourage research on safe treatments for pregnant and postpartum women and to improve provider training on recognizing and treating maternal mental health disorders.
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