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Recognizing Father's Day and Fathers' Vital Role in Maternal and Child Health Outcomes.

The US Senate passed a resolution acknowledging Father's Day and emphasizing the critical role of fathers in improving health outcomes for mothers and babies. The document highlights that active father engagement leads to better prenatal care, reduced risks of maternal complications, and significantly improves the child's long-term development, including academic success and emotional stability. This resolution serves as a formal recognition of fathers' essential contribution to family well-being.
Key points
Active father involvement increases the likelihood of mothers receiving early and regular prenatal care.
Father support reduces the risk of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) and contributes to healthier birth weights.
Engaging fathers in healthcare and parenting improves the child's long-term development, including better school outcomes and reduced psychological distress.
The resolution encourages removing barriers to father engagement, such as offering flexible prenatal appointment times.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_256
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2023-06-15