Maternal & Child Health
Data and Reports
This page brings together maternal and child health data, reports, and tools relevant to New Mexico.
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Explore data tools, dashboards, recently published reports, and external data sources to better understand health trends, identify disparities, and support decision-making for programs, policy, and community efforts across the state.
Data Highlights
Maternal and child health (MCH) data helps us understand patterns, identify disparities, and inform efforts to improve health outcomes for families across New Mexico. The following data reflect both strengths and ongoing challenges in maternal and child health across New Mexico.
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While positive trends are seen in areas such as breastfeeding and child well-being, gaps remain in access to care and maternal mental health support. Continued efforts are needed to improve access, reduce disparities, and support the health of families statewide.
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In 2024, about 1 in 4 infants (23.1% of live births) in New Mexico was born to a woman receiving inadequate prenatal care.
(March of Dimes PeriStats)
Over 60% of prenatal care is covered by Medicaid in New Mexico, with stable utilization in recent years.
(PRAMS, 2018–2022)
Among pregnancy-related deaths in New Mexico, 48% involved mental health as a contributing circumstance.
(MMRC, 2015–2020)
The percentage of children experiencing 0–1 adverse childhood experience increased from 72.7% to 77.0%, reflecting positive trends in protective environments.
(National Survey of Children’s Health, 2021–2024)
In New Mexico, 90.3% of infants in New Mexico begin breastfeeding, similar to the national rate of 91.2%.
(NM PRAMS, 2020–2022)
Among children with special health care needs (ages 6–17), the percentage who are flourishing increased from 38.2% to 42.5%.
(National Survey of Children’s Health, 2021–2024)
Data Information Tools
A variety of national and state data tools are available to explore maternal and child health indicators. These platforms provide access to interactive data, trends over time, and comparisons across populations and geographic areas.
Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System
(NM PRAMS)
The best source of data on mothers and babies. NM PRAMS is survey that collects population-based data on maternal behaviors and experiences before, during, and after pregnancy. PRAMS is used to inform public health policies, covering topics like prenatal care, health insurance, and postpartum health.
New Mexico Indicator Based Information System
(NM-IBIS)
New Mexico's Indicator Based Information System (NM-IBIS) is New Mexico's source for data and information on our state's priority public health issues.
March of Dimes Perinatal Statistics (PeriStats)
PeriStats brings together data from various government sources to offer current maternal and infant health statistics, including measures such as preterm birth, infant mortality, tobacco use, Cesarean delivery, and insurance coverage. Many indicators can be explored by race, ethnicity, and maternal age.
NM Maternal Health Dashboards
These interactive dashboards provide insight into maternal and infant health across New Mexico. One dashboard uses birth records and PRAMS data to show trends in demographics, behaviors, and outcomes, while another focuses on severe maternal morbidity using hospital data to better understand serious pregnancy-related complications.
Other NM Data Tools and Sites
Many organizations across New Mexico collect, analyze, and disseminate data related to maternal and child health. Explore additional data, reports, and resources available through state agencies, academic partners, and community organizations.
Recent Maternal & Child Health Reports
These reports provide recent insights into maternal and child health outcomes in New Mexico, including trends, disparities, and priority areas for improvement.
Maternal Health
New Mexico Maternal Health Dashboard
The Maternal Health Dashboard provides an interactive view of key indicators related to pregnancy, birth outcomes, and maternal health in New Mexico. Use this dashboard to explore trends, compare populations, and better understand maternal health across the state.
How to Use This Dashboard:
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Click on the expand icon (bottom right of the dashboard frame) to open it in full-screen view.
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Use the zoom slider (bottom right) if parts of the dashboard look too small or too large
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If you prefer, you can also open the dashboard in a new browser by clicking here:
Severe Maternal Morbidity Dashboard
The Severe Maternal Morbidity Dashboard highlights serious pregnancy-related complications that can impact maternal health. This tool supports a deeper understanding of maternal health risks and helps inform prevention and improvement efforts across New Mexico.
How to Use This Dashboard:
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Click on the expand icon (bottom right of the dashboard frame) to open it in full-screen view.
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Use the zoom slider (bottom right) if parts of the dashboard look too small or too large
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If you prefer, you can also open the dashboard in a new browser by clicking here:
This page highlights a selection of data tools, reports, and resources related to maternal and child health in New Mexico. It is not an exhaustive list. Additional data sources, reports, and tools will continue to be added.
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If you are looking for a specific dataset or resource, please contact us and we can help guide you. If you have reports to share or ideas for data to highlight on this site, use our Contact Form to let us know!