Write an Article about Maternal Mental Health for Local Media or a News Outlet

Sharing your story—whether you have personal or professional experience with maternal mental health conditions—is a powerful way to raise awareness and motivate people to get involved.

To write an article about your experience (also called an “opinion editorial” or “op-ed”), visit your local news or media outlet’s website and search for “story submissions” or something similar (check the footer for a link). Most outlets have a form and submission guidelines to help you write and share your story.

A well-rounded article or blog post should contain:

• Personal Connection – Begin with a real story or relatable experience to engage readers.

• Clear Facts – Include a few powerful statistics or data points to ground your message.

• Call to Action – Encourage readers to take action (e.g., share resources and contact legislators).

• Resources – Provide links or information for immediate support, such as the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline.

We have provided a couple sample articles as inspiration to help you write your own article for a local newspaper, blog, magazine, or other media outlet in your community.