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You can help mitigate the effects of implicit bias on pregnancy and childbirth
Cuyahoga County has one of the highest rates of prenatal care in the state — yet, this area also has one of the worst infant mortality rates, and racial disparities contribute to this alarming statistic. Many believe that racial disparities in infant mortality...
Is Your Grandchild Sleeping Safely?
Caring for grandkids is a common role for many grandparents. Whether it is overnight, over a weekend or for an extended period, you will want to make sure the babies are happy and healthy, and that they sleep safely and peacefully. Many of us have learned how to care...
Mother’s Day is also about our shared responsibility to improve maternal and infant health – especially needed for Black mothers
(This article originally appeared as an opinion piece in Cleveland.com on May 14,2023) Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and thank the strong women that have made each of us who we are today. Being a mom is both a gift and a sacrifice; an affirmation and a...