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The Worst (And Best) States To Have A Baby, Ranked
The 5 Worst States To Have A Baby
1. Arkansas
Arkansas’ score: 100 out of 100
Mothers in Arkansas are more likely to die during childbirth than any other state in the country, making it the worst state to have a baby.
Arkansas has the highest maternal mortality rate (43.5 deaths per 100,000 live births).
The state also has the second highest infant mortality rate (7.88 deaths per 1,000 live births).
The state is projected to have the fifth lowest percentage of need met for obstetricians and gynecologists in 2030 (66.7%).
https://www.forbes.com/advisor/health-insurance/worst-state-to-have-a-baby/
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