New Jersey A3723 requires prenatal care providers to screen pregnant patients with a history of depression for postpartum depression.

New Jersey A3723 amends existing law to mandate that licensed health care professionals providing prenatal care offer and screen, upon request, pregnant patients with a history of depression for postpartum depression. This bill also requires these professionals to educate women and their families about postpartum depression to reduce the likelihood of new mothers suffering in silence. Additionally, it mandates that birthing facilities provide departing new mothers and fathers with information about postpartum depression, including symptoms, coping methods, and treatment resources.

New Jersey A3723 requires prenatal care providers to screen pregnant patients with a history of depression for postpartum depression.

New Jersey A3723 amends existing law to mandate that licensed health care professionals providing prenatal care offer and screen, upon request, pregnant patients with a history of depression for postpartum depression. This bill also requires these professionals to educate women and their families about postpartum depression to reduce the likelihood of new mothers suffering in silence. Additionally, it mandates that birthing facilities provide departing new mothers and fathers with information about postpartum depression, including symptoms, coping methods, and treatment resources.