The Trump admin says moms.gov is a critical resource. Advocates say it's ideology over substance — and even harmful
Published
May 17, 2026 6:30AM (EDT)
President Donald Trump calls on a reporter to ask a question during an event on maternal healthcare in the Oval Office of the White House on May 11, 2026 in Washington, DC. The Trump administration recently launched Moms.gov, a website to help provide resources to expecting women and their families. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)
To celebrate Mother’s Day, the Trump administration launched the website moms.gov, presenting it as an effort to provide resources for new and expectant mothers. The site’s stated mission is “ensuring the well-being of mothers and the health of American families.” Information on the website ranges from details about breastfeeding to maternal mental health and nutrition — and directs women to crisis pregnancy centers, which often seek to dissuade women from choosing abortion.
