Maternal Support Nonprofit Expanded in Colorado
The YANA program has grown to four hospitals, offering peer-to-peer postpartum care for new parents across the state.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Child Care
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YANA provides peer-to-peer maternal support to new parents through in-person gatherings, online groups, and digital resources. The initiative currently serves approximately 7,000 mothers across four hospital locations in Colorado.
Why it matters
The program addresses critical gaps in postpartum care for families by connecting parents with specialists in infant sleep, mental health, and safety. It was founded in response to maternal tragedies that occurred in 2016 and 2017.
The YANA peer support model is currently active in 4 hospitals, including facilities in Highlands Ranch, Parker, Castle Rock, and Colorado Springs. Participation has reached 7,000 mothers to date.
The players
YANA
A maternal support nonprofit that provides peer-to-peer resources and postpartum check-ins for new families.
UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital
A medical partner facility where the YANA maternal support program is currently operating.
AdventHealth
A healthcare provider hosting YANA support services at its Parker and Castle Rock hospital locations.
The details
Volunteers meet with new parents in maternity units before hospital discharge to provide support resources and lists. Once home, the program continues to assist families through check-in calls and ongoing access to specialists in maternal mental health, infant sleep, and car seat safety.
Timeline
2016: An initial maternal tragedy occurred.
2017: A second maternal tragedy occurred.
Nov. 14: A fundraiser benefit is scheduled to support the organization.
The Home Front
The expansion of localized maternal support reflects a growing focus on closing gaps in postpartum care within hospital systems. This model follows a pattern set by the need to address the maternal tragedies observed in 2016 and 2017.
If you are expecting or recently welcomed a child, ask your hospital maternity unit if they participate in the YANA program for extra postpartum guidance. You can also connect with the organization to access support for maternal mental health and infant sleep safety.
The takeaway
Peer-to-peer programs are an essential resource for navigating the transition from hospital to home during the postpartum period. Reach out to local hospital administrators to confirm if these supportive check-in services are available in your immediate area.
What happens next
YANA will host a fundraiser benefit on Nov. 14 to support the continued growth of their peer-to-peer maternal support model.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Denver 7 Colorado News (KMGH).
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