True or False
Visitation opportunities for children with incarcerated mothers are generally easy to schedule and frequent.
False
Where are the babies placed after birth if their mothers are incarcerated?
In foster care or with family members
Who decides how long or how many people can visit an inmate?
The prison warden
What was our solution to reforming the nurses programs in prison?
Establishing more facilities around the U.S
Prison visiting hours are often limited to weekends, which can make it harder for children to visit their incarcerated mothers.
True
What does the Adoption and Safe Families Act do?
States must take away the parental rights for children who have been in foster care for the last 15/ 24 months
When are prison visits often held, which can limit visitation opportunities?
On weekends
Name ONE benefit of nursey programs in prison
Parenting classes, support groups, substance abuse counseling, high school & college education opportunities
Nursery programs in prisons do not offer any rehabilitative services to incarcerated mothers.
False
On average, how much time are mothers allowed to spend with their babies after childbirth?
24 hours
Why is it important to increase visitation hours and days?
It can help maintain a strong bond between the mother and child.
How many prison nursery programs are available in the U.S.?
9
In 20 states, pregnant women are shackled to hospital beds during labor and delivery.
False, 27 states
How many babies are born to incarcerated women each year?
Approximately 2,000 babies
What does Section 8 of the Children of Incarcerated Parents’ Bill of Rights say?
Children have the right to a lifelong relationship with their parents.
Why are prison nursery programs hard to find?
They are scarce due to high costs for staff and tight budgets