Postpartum depression (PPD) is a critical health crisis stemming from inadequate access to resources. Our program targets New Hampshire women aged 16-25 through three strategic pillars: Education, Community, and Policy. We propose interactive educational websites and local Planned Parenthood classes to build literacy and support networks. Crucially, we advocate for extending maternity leave from 12 to 24 weeks, providing the necessary recovery time to reduce systemic stress. By implementing standardized pre- and post- programs screenings, we aim to achieve a 30% improvement in participants’ mental health status. This integrated approach ensures young mothers aren’t just surviving the “fourth trimester”. This proposed intervention was developed and shared with The Center for Population Health.
