Cradle Cincinnati

05/18/2026

Join us for a webinar on Thursday, May 28 as we dive into the data shared in the 2025 Hamilton County Maternal and Infant Health Report.

Learn about local trends in extreme preterm birth, safe sleep and more — and have your questions answered by our team.

Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wpF8qjCcQNOs8o-WOeWn7w.

05/12/2026

Across Hamilton County, we are working toward a shared goal: that every baby lives to celebrate their first birthday. Today, we are sharing where our community stands.

In 2025, infant mortality increased to 9.3 deaths per 1,000 live births. The Black infant mortality rate doubled in just two years — from a historic low of 9.0 in 2023 to 21.0 in 2025, the highest recorded in Hamilton County since at least 2011.

These are not just numbers. Each loss represents a life and a future lost, and a family forever changed.

We also know this: fewer babies are dying today than a decade ago. That progress is the result of partners and community members working together, families and friends stepping up, and more moms gaining the support they need earlier and more often.

Progress is not a straight line. But by continuing to work together, we can make a healthier Cincinnati for every mom and baby.

Read more in the 2025 Hamilton County maternal and infant health report at cradlecincinnati.org.

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05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at Cradle Cincinnati 💜

05/01/2026

Cradle Cincinnati is out in the community this month!

Our community health workers are showing up at local events and partner sites to connect moms and families with the resources and support they need.

Check the schedule to see where we'll be.

04/27/2026

What would it take to build systems that truly support Black women?

This question was at the center of the Black Maternal Health Summit at the Ohio Statehouse, where our team joined advocates from across the state to ensure that Black maternal health is prioritized.

Shout out to our partners at TriHealth and bi3 for taking the stage as speakers and sharing the steps they’re taking to change systems in support of Black mothers.

And a special thank you to Senator Catherine Ingram, Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson and their teams for hosting this event and championing equitable maternal health at the Statehouse every day.

04/22/2026

Mark your calendars and join us for our next Cradle Cincinnati Community Meeting.

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 10am-11:30am
Location: United Way of Greater Cincinnati

During this meeting, we’ll announce the 2025 Hamilton County infant mortality rate, review current trends in maternal and infant health, hear from a panel of experts on the role of systems in improving health outcomes.

Let's all come together in support of stronger families and more first birthdays.

Register at https://www.cradlecincinnati.org/community-partner-meeting

04/20/2026

Marching for babies and making every step count. 💜

This weekend, we were proud to join March for Babies and walk alongside our community in support of healthier outcomes for moms and babies.

Our team had a blast connecting with families at the walk, hosting a play space for kids of all ages, and seeing so many familiar faces from past years.

We’re grateful to be part of a community that continues to show up for moms and babies year after year.

Thank you to March of Dimes and Cincinnati Children's for having us!

04/17/2026

Black women are three times more likely to experience infant loss, regardless of education or income.

This , our team spoke with Spectrum News 1 Ohio about how we’re supporting Black mothers through Queens Village Cincinnati — by building community, reducing isolation and helping women connect to resources.

Mia Crockett is grateful for her journey and is hopeful to help more women of color along their path to success.

04/09/2026

March of Dimes is on a mission to end preventable preterm births in Cincinnati and across the US.

Next week, we’re teaming up with March of Dimes and The HEART Hub to support this important work. Here’s how you can get involved:

📱 Friday, April 17: Join our live discussion, where we'll be talking about turning awareness into action — and how we can all work together to improve outcomes for Black moms and babies. Tune in on Facebook and Instagram at UC Heart Hub.

👟 Saturday, April 18: Walk with us at the 2026 March for Babies at Sawyer Point. Support moms, babies and families while raising funds for research, education and advocacy. Learn more and register at https://www.marchforbabies.org/EventInfo?EventID=23123.

03/30/2026

To the obstetricians, pediatricians, neonatologists, family physicians and every provider in between – thank you for showing up for moms, babies and families every day.

Happy National Doctors Day! 🩺

03/24/2026

The Village is growing! Meet Amaya, the newest member of our team!

A proud University of Cincinnati graduate and Darwin T. Turner Scholar alumna, Amaya is passionate about creating safe, empowering spaces for women and families and advancing maternal and infant health education. She thrives in collaborative, women-led spaces and is ready to pour into this work with care and intention.

Lately, she’s been starting her mornings with a little Soft Girl Era by Ari Lennox on repeat setting the tone with high-vibe energy!

Join us in welcoming her to the team. Drop a 👑 to give her a warm welcome!