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Unrelated: it's Giving Tuesday, and if you want a solid, nonpartisan charity to give to, I'm going to plug the Preeclampsia Foundation My wife is due with our 2nd on January 2nd, although I think (and hope, for tax purposes) she's probably going to be early and give birth this month. Our first pregnancy, she had preeclampsia (and postpartum preeclampsia) - basically a disease where a pregnant woman's blood pressure rises scarily high. It has a higher mortality rate than it should, and, to my knowledge, it's one of those instances where people just aren't aware of it. It's one of those things where simply being aware of it does in fact save lives. The foundation does a lot of really great work educating, giving blood pressure monitors to pregnant women, working on getting all preeclampsia-related devices and medicine to be covered by insurance, and doing great work in the realm of preeclampsia research. It's also 99% in Charity Navigator - you can't really get much better here. https://preeclampsia.org/

Join us on August 24th for the Preeclampsia Foundation's Promise Walk! This event is more than just a walk; it’s a commitment to raising awareness and funds for #preeclampsia research. Why is this important? Preeclampsia, a serious #pregnancy complication, significantly elevates the risk of long-term health issues for women. 👉 Did you know that women who have experienced preeclampsia are three to four times more likely to develop high blood pressure later in life? 😑 They also face double the risk of heart disease and stroke and are four times more likely to suffer a heart attack within the first decade #postpartum ⚠ By joining the Promise Walk, you are helping to fund critical research and support programs that strive to reduce these risks and improve outcomes for mothers and babies. Let’s walk together for a healthier, safer future. Register today, donate, and support this crucial cause 🤩 Join our team! https://lnkd.in/gDXFVdaU Visit PromiseWalk.org to learn more and get involved. #PromiseWalk #PreeclampsiaAwareness #HeartHealth #SupportResearch 🤩 Preeclampsia Foundation

Molina Healthcare is stepping up to improve maternal health outcomes for Black women and infants in Chicago. - $250,000 Donation: Molina, through its MolinaCares Accord program, donated to the Chicago South Side Birth Center (CSSBC). - MolinaCares Illinois Health Equity Initiative: This donation is part of a larger $5 million initiative to address healthcare inequities in underserved communities. - Addressing Disparities: Black women in Illinois experience disproportionately high rates of maternal morbidity. The CSSBC provides culturally-centered care to improve birth outcomes. Why is this important? - Lack of prenatal care: 14.2% of Illinois expectant mothers lack adequate prenatal care. - Maternity care deserts: 34.3% of Illinois counties lack obstetric hospitals, birth centers, or providers. - Community-based solutions: Birth centers like CSSBC can reduce preterm births by 26%. Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02pQ2Jp0

CMV is a common virus that can cause serious disabilities in babies infected during pregnancy. Early detection and treatment are crucial to improve outcomes for at-risk babies. With Action funding, Kar Seng (Vincent) Teng and his team at Swansea University aim to develop a low-cost, highly-sensitive device for rapid results, enabling timely treatment. "Large-scale screening of newborns at risk could lead to early targeted interventions and better outcomes." - Professor Teng Could you help fund this life saving research with a donation today? Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eJeXmynR 100% of your donation supports Professor Teng's CMV test development. Together we can save lives. #CMVAwarenessMonth #cytomegalovirus

✨ Exciting News! ✨ We're thrilled to introduce a new tool that estimates unplanned pregnancy rates in our service areas! Based on the population of 10,000 provided, here's a glimpse of what the statistics look like for your center(s) each month: Unintended Pregnancies: 13 Estimated Abortions: 4 This tool is a game-changer in understanding and addressing reproductive health needs in our community. By having these insights, we can better tailor our services and support to those who need it most. Stay tuned for more updates on how we're using this information to make a positive impact! Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to reproductive health. Stay informed about our latest endeavors, including our 24/7 Hotline, dedicated to providing unwavering support, resources, and education for expecting parents navigating unplanned pregnancies. From preconception to birth and beyond, we are here for you every step of the way. As a Christian-based organization, our mission is to extend assistance to anyone in need, regardless of religious affiliation or background. Parenthood Planned is proud to be recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Donors can benefit from tax deductions under IRC Section 170 for contributions made to support our cause. ➡➡To access our Donation/Mobile App Link and Hotline information, please click the link below: https://lnkd.in/ggke7e-6 Join us in spreading hope, love, and support. Together, we can make a difference. #prolife #choosehope #chooselife #godlovesyou #fellowship #womensupportingwomen #womenscenter #hopesync #infiniteworth #infinitemission #womensnonprofit #baby #pregnancynonprofit #prolifenonprofit #pregnancycenter #ReproductiveHealth #CommunitySupport #UnplannedPregnancyEstimates

One of our Senior Associates, Amy Milner, has worked with our charity partner Cerebra (Charity) to publish an insightful article into intrauterine growth restriction and neurological injury. Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), also known as fetal growth restriction (FGR), occurs when a baby does not grow properly during pregnancy due to placental insufficiency. This can lead to chronic fetal hypoxia and long-term disabilities. Find out more about this condition and the support available 👇 https://lnkd.in/en2pEcUg #ChangingLives #IUGR #NeurologialInjury

We'd like to give a shout out this week to a wonderful organisation - Diamond Women Approximately one-third of Australian women will face an unplanned pregnancy at some point in their lives. Research shows that the most common reason given by women for deciding to terminate a pregnancy is their lack of readiness for parenthood. This concern that women voice—Diamond Women overcomes. Diamond Women exists to provide compassionate care, professional counselling and practical support to assist women and their families facing an unplanned pregnancy - believing that no woman should have to face an unplanned pregnancy alone. Join the community of donors here making sure no woman has to go without the support she needs. Donate here: https://bit.ly/3JDZdCo 'We'd like to give a shout out this week to a wonderful organisation - Diamond Women Approximately one-third of Australian women will face an unplanned pregnancy at some point in their lives. Research shows that the most common reason given by women for deciding to terminate a pregnancy is their lack of readiness for parenthood. This concern that women voice—Diamond Women overcomes. Diamond Women exists to provide compassionate care, professional counselling and practical support to assist women and their families facing an unplanned pregnancy - believing that no woman should have to face an unplanned pregnancy alone. Join the community of donors here making sure no woman has to go without the support she needs.

'Your Loss Matters' is a 6 week support course for anyone who's experienced miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy or failed IVF. Many of you have asked us for an online course, so our next 'Your Loss Matters' miscarriage support course will take place online this September. To find out more contact Peace on 01484 515137 or email [email protected] See www.talkthru.org.uk to learn more #counselling #heretolisten #charity

Your next challenge awaits 👇 There's still time to join our Miles That Matter fundraiser, where we're asking you to complete 50 miles in June however you choose. By getting involved and fundraising, you're helping us to continue to make a difference to people affected by miscarriage, ectopic and molar pregnancy. Ready to get started, and catch up to that 50 mile target?🎯 Click here to register - because every pregnancy loss matters: https://ow.ly/rhAq50S9J6i #ImageDescription: A bright image for our summer fundraiser! The image is bright blue, with our Miles That Matter logo (a yellow sun) at the top in the centre. White writing beneath it reads, "because every pregnancy loss matters". Beneath the text are three white circles, each with yellow edges. In each is a figure doing a different form of exercise. As you go along, there's a figure running, a figure cycling, and a figure walking. The three circles are connected by a yellow dotted line that goes behind them. #MilesThatMatter #PregnancyLossAwareness #CharityChallenge #MiscarriageAwareness

For #ToolkitTuesday, we're taking a look at this systematic analysis of the effect of administration of azithromycin during pregnancy on perinatal and neonatal outcomes, as part of #InternationalPrenatalInfectionPreventionMonth. Find out more 👉