Washington State Perinatal Data

 Explore perinatal data and reports to support program  planning, grants, and policy decisions in Washington.

 


 

WSPC Data Snapshots 

Each snapshot summarizes key maternal health data for one priority area, broken down by age, race and ethnicity, and rural or urban status. Companion documents explain how to read and use the data.

Priority AreaData SnapshotData Companion 
Community-Based Perinatal Care and SupportData Snapshot 2026 (PDF)Data Snapshot Companion 2026 (PDF)
Mental Health Data Snapshot 2026 (PDF)Data Snapshot Companion 2026 (PDF)
Obstetric Care QualityData Snapshot 2026 (PDF)Data Snapshot Companion 2026 (PDF)
Rural Access to CareData Snapshot 2026 (PDF)Data Snapshot Companion 2026 (PDF)
Substance UseData Snapshot 2026 (PDF)Data Snapshot Companion 2026 (PDF)

 


 

Washington State Data Dashboards  

Data dashboards are interactive tools that let you explore trends and understand patterns across populations and time.

Perinatal Data 

  • Breastfeeding initiation
  • Diabetes
  • Discrimination
  • Hypertension
  • Low birth weight 
  • Pregnancy intention
  • Preterm birth
  • Postpartum depression
  • Substance use
  • Vitamin use

All Births

  • Baby names
  • Birth rate
  • Fertility rate

Birth Risk Factors

  • Birth weight
  • Birth term
  • Hypertension
  • Marital status
  • Multiple birth
  • Mother weight
  • Mother education
  • Smoking

Fetal and Infant Death 

  • Fetal mortality rate
  • Infant mortality rate

STI Data

  • STI rates and case counts

Newborn Screening

Screening performance data of hospitals and care providers.

Child Welfare Safe Reduction

  • Re-referral and placement trends
  • CPS involvement over time

Medicaid Maternal and Child Health Measures 

  • Contraceptive care
  • Childhood immunizations
  • Postpartum care
  • Prenatal care
  • Well-child visits

 


 

Maternal Health and Pregnancy Surveillance Reports

Surveillance reports provide detailed reproductive health data and findings from key sources.

Maternal Mortality Review Panel Reports

The MMRP identifies which deaths were pregnancy-related and preventable, then recommends ways to prevent similar deaths. The report includes an addendum from the American Indian Health Commission with Tribal and Urban Indian leadership recommendations.

 

WA State Indigenous Perinatal Status Report

This 2024 report from Hummingbird Indigenous Family Services and the Department of Health shares the experiences of Indigenous families during pregnancy and early parenting in Washington, along with recommendations for more culturally grounded support.

Reproductive Health Data and Reports 

Data and reports on reproductive, pregnancy, and birth care in Washington, including services for people with Apple Health (Medicaid).