Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative

Today, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released their 2026 Maternal Immunization Schedule, endorsed by 13 medical societies, including .

The schedule provides evidence-based vaccine recommendations to protect pregnant and postpartum patients and their babies throughout pregnancy and beyond.

For more information, visit www.acog.org

Have you heard of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority's "Be a Neighbor" platform?

Enter your zip code to connect with thousands of resources for Oklahomans in your area—including mental health support, financial assistance, infant supplies, and childcare—at oklahoma.gov/ohca/beaneighbor.html

Gain a deeper understanding of congenital CMV with the Cytomegalovirus and Pregnancy: Latest Insights for Obstetric Care Professionals online course.

This evidence-based course strengthens clinical knowledge of CMV transmission, maternal risk factors, neonatal outcomes, ultrasound findings, and how timing of infection affects presentation and risk. It also supports application of current diagnosis, screening, and management recommendations in practice.

Register today: https://education.smfm.org/courses/126599

What we're reading...

This retrospective chart review found that pregnancies with documented cannabis use had substantially higher rates of adverse outcomes compared with statewide averages. Nearly 30% resulted in preterm birth, 27% of infants required NICU admission, and 24% were born with low birth weight. The findings suggest that prenatal cannabis exposure may be associated with increased risks for preterm delivery, neonatal complications, and poor fetal growth, highlighting the need for counseling and further research on cannabis use during pregnancy.

Read the full abstract: https://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/abstract/2026/05001/cannabis_use_during_pregnancy_and_effect_on.164.aspx

has long been considered safe to use during .

A growing body of cohort studies and meta-analyses has explored the potential association between prenatal acetaminophen use and neurodevelopmental outcomes in children. Although some studies report modestly increased risks of neurodevelopmental disorders in children exposed to acetaminophen prenatally, these findings must be interpreted with caution, given the inherent limitations of observational studies that may significantly affect the validity of the observed associations. While advanced statistical methods can help reduce bias, they cannot fully account for unmeasured or familial confounding.

The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine continues to advise that acetaminophen is the recommended first-line medication for the treatment of pain and fever during pregnancy.

Read the statement here: https://doi.org/10.1002/pmf2.70318

Severe hypertension during pregnancy and postpartum is a medical emergency that can lead to serious complications if not treated quickly.

The Joint Commission has announced its first perinatal quality measure focused specifically on the timely treatment of severe hypertension in hospitalized pregnant and postpartum patients.

Learn more during their webinar on June 25: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4674644509866635866

Join us for the next ACOG Critical Access and Rural Health Learning Collaborative webinar to explore and discuss the Colorado Perinatal Care Quality Collaborative toolkit.

Tune in for a meaningful discussion on how to deliver ob-gyn care in limited-resource environments. Speakers will discuss the creation of the toolkit; how it’s currently being used in rural care settings; and the successes, challenges, and lessons learned for this resource.

Save the date for Tuesday, June 9, at 4 p.m. ET and reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/4dVHyDw

June 1- 8 is ! The week is more than an awareness initiative, it’s a movement to transform the conversation around high-risk pregnancy care.

What is a high-risk pregnancy? A pregnancy can be classified as high-risk for many reasons, a chronic condition like diabetes or high blood pressure, a complication that develops during pregnancy like preeclampsia or preterm labor, or concerns about fetal health like a genetic disorder or birth defect.

Learn more at smfm.org/hrpaw

📱🤱 New Resource for Oklahoma Families: The Oklahoma Breastfeeding App is Here!
The Oklahoma Breastfeeding Resource Center has launched a FREE mobile app for both iPhone and Android users, making breastfeeding support and education available right at your fingertips.

Whether you're a pregnant mom, breastfeeding mom, dad, partner, or support person, the app offers:
✅ Breastfeeding education and videos
✅ Milestone tracking and check-ins
✅ Access to breastfeeding resources and guidance
✅ Direct connection to the Oklahoma Breastfeeding Hotline via call or text
✅ Telehealth scheduling options
✅ Family support services and community resources
✅ English and Spanish language options

The app is designed to provide trusted, evidence-based information and support throughout pregnancy and the breastfeeding journey, helping Oklahoma families get answers when and where they need them.

📲 Search "OK BF" on your app store and explore a wealth of resources designed to support healthy beginnings for Oklahoma babies and families.