New study reveals worst states to give birth in the US

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A recent study revealed which states in the US are the worst places to give birth in 2024.

birth injury law firm compiled data and analysed the results to find out which states were the best places for mothers to give birth. The firm considered the impact of factors like maternal and infant mortality, and the cost of healthcare and childcare in each state before putting together a list based on the data.

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