Extending Medicaid To New Mothers Would Show Mississippi’s Commitment To Life And Families

Emily*, 25, and her husband, Rick, are expecting their first child in a few weeks, after having lost previous pregnancies. But rather than this being the most exciting time in their lives, the Forrest County couple is stressed and scared because Emily is unable to receive prenatal care.

PerspectiveJerry MitchellJuly 1, 2022Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity, Kellogg Foundation, health equity, expand medicaid, new mothers, health insurance, pregnant women