About Hampton Roads Perinatal Center (HRPC)

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 Low-Income Families: Only about 15-20% of low-income families access formal childbirth education classes due to cost, transportation, or scheduling barriers.

Rural Populations: In rural areas, access may drop to around 10-15% due to limited local resources.

 Overall Infant Mortality Rate: ~5-8 deaths per 1,000 live births

Black Infant Mortality Rate: ~2 times higher than the general population; around 10-12 deaths per 1,000 live births

Overall Maternal Mortality: 20-25 deaths per 100,000 live births

Black Women: 3 times higher than White women; approximately 60-75 deaths per 100,000 live births

 Low-Income and Minority Populations: Only about 20-25% of low-income or minority mothers experiencing mental health conditions receive adequate support, often due to barriers like cost, stigma, and lack of providers.

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Rural Areas: In rural regions, access to specialized perinatal mental health providers may be limited, with only ~10-15% of affected mothers receiving proper care.

Percentage of Mothers Facing Transportation Barriers:  10-15%

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Percentage of Families in Rural Areas with Limited Access to Maternal Care Providers:  25-30%

 Access to childbirth education varies by socioeconomic status and location, with lower rates among low-income and rural populations.