Postpartum Call to Action
This Call to Action is the result of a series of collective conversations during the Postnatal rEvolution Summit.The document outlines calls for improving postpartum care and emphasises the need for systemic reforms to support women’s physical, mental, and emotional health during the critical postpartum period.
Postnatal rEvolution Summit
Event Summary
Redefining Fundamental Needs to Build a Flourishing Society
📍 Amsterdam & Online | 🗓️ November 2024 – February 2025
The Postnatal rEvolution Summit brought together experts, practitioners, parents, and advocates from across the globe in a groundbreaking, multi-part event designed to reshape how society approaches the postnatal period.
A Movement in Three Phases
Expert Talks (Nov–Dec 2024)
A series of powerful lectures by global thought leaders like Robin Lim, Pam England, and Ingrid Bayot laid the foundation. Covering historical context, mental health, physiological care, and cultural narratives, these talks ignited a much-needed conversation about the needs of mothers and families after birth.
Dialogue Forum (Online)
Interactive virtual forums invited participants to reflect, exchange ideas, and share lived experiences. Central questions explored the realities and gaps in postnatal care, the lessons of history, and bold visions for a healthier society.
In-Person Summit Day (1 February 2025 – Amsterdam)
Hosted at the International Institute for Research and Education (IIRE) Conference Center, this gathering brought the community together for real-time co-creation. Guided by keynote speaker Franka Cadée, attendees participated in round tables and working groups focused on:
* Physical postpartum realities
* Emotional and psychological wellbeing
* Social and practical support
* Access to information
* Workplace and policy dynamics
Call to Action
The In-person Summit Day concluded with setting the foundations of a collective Call to Action, aiming to transform maternal care through community-driven insights and cross-sector collaboration.
💡 Key Highlights
Roundtable Discussions with a diverse panel of experts and parents
Collaborative Working Groups focused on real-world postpartum needs
Live, actionable outcomes including a public-facing Call to Action
A shared understanding that when a child is born, a village must also be born
📣 Outcomes
The Summit affirmed a growing movement: postpartum care is not optional—it is foundational. The final Call to Action [link to CTA] is to be shared with midwifery practices, healthcare providers, employers, policymakers at all levels and parents to advocate for real, systemic change in postpartum health and support.
Every mother, every moment: Postpartum Care Saves Lives
We demand a transformative shift in postpartum care that prioritizes maternal health and well-being, recognizing that the first year is critical for both mothers and their children, and ensuring that every mother receives continued comprehensive postpartum support.
Summit Organizers
