POSTPARTUM
STILL AT RISK
ONE YEAR. ONE BRACELET. ONE LIFE. YOURS.
Why Does It Matter in Virginia?
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Virginia ranks among the top 10 states with the highest maternal mortality rates.
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Over 50% of pregnancy-related deaths occur between 7 days and 1 year postpartum, making the extended postpartum period a critical time for care and awareness.
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Many of these deaths are preventable!
What Are The Teal Bracelets?
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Teal bracelets identify postpartum women across the state of Virginia up to one year postpartum that are still at risk for life-threatening complications of pregnancy.
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This bracelet alerts all providers to deliver informed-care.
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If you see an individual wearing the teal band, it means that they have recently delivered. Assess them IMMEDIATELY.
If you are pregnant or have recently given birth and would like to sign up, click the button below.
Postpartum Still At Risk
Postpartum Still At Risk
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PROVIDER RESOURCES
Postpartum SAR Toolkit
Postpartum SAR Quick Reference Sheet
ED and Clinic Poster
EMS Post
Urgent Maternal Warning Signs
Social Media Campaign
PATIENT EDUCATION RESOURCES
One Pager
Postcard
Wallet Card
POSTPARTUM WARNING SIGNS
Postpartum warning signs are symptoms that could signal serious complications up to 12 months after pregnancy. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek emergency medical attention right away and let healthcare providers know that you are currently pregnant or have recently given birth. Early recognition of these warning signs is essential to prevent life-threatening issues and can be lifesaving.
Emergency: IMMEDIATE ACTION - CALL 911
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Chest pain
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Shortness of breath
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Thoughts of harming yourself or others
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Heavy vaginal bleeding
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Seizures
Urgent: ASSESSMENT NEEDED
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High blood pressure 160/110
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Severe headache that won't go away
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Fever of 100.4 or higher
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Trouble breathing
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Severe belly pain
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Severe nausea and vomiting
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Severe swelling
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Redness in the leg or arm
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Soaking >1 pad an hour or passing large clots
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Dizziness or fainting
For detailed information on urgent maternal warning signs, visit the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) website HERE.
Risk Factors for Postpartum Complications:
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History of pregnancy complications
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High blood pressure or heart disease
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Advanced maternal age (35+)
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Multiple pregnancies
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Obesity or high BMI
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Diabetes or chronic conditions
