We're Making an Impact

Multiple published papers and two reports from a large randomized controlled trial of MotherWise demonstrate that the program:

• reduces preterm birth 55% and 
• improves baby’s birth weight. 

Long-term, the program reduces:

• maternal depression, 
• conflict with the baby’s father, 
• participants’ ratings of whether violence is acceptable in relationships, and 
• the number of relationship transitions (family instability) a baby experiences before age 3. 

Additionally, MotherWise makes it more likely a mother attends her six-week postpartum checkup and that she is on a long-acting contraceptive by then. 

Lastly, those assigned to MotherWise were less likely to have an unintended pregnancy in the year following enrollment.

 "MotherWise has been a transformative experience for me. The information and support I received about relationships and motherhood gave me a fresh perspective on how to navigate both with more intention and confidence. I learned tools that not only helped me understand myself better but also how to build healthier connections and set boundaries. I'm leaving this program empowered with real strategies I can carry forward and implement in my daily life as a mother and partner. I'm truly grateful for this journey." -- 2025 MotherWise Participant