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Our vision is that every child born in Hamilton County will reach his or her first birthday.

01/13/2026

Did you know that 1 in every 33 babies in the US is born with a birth defect? Many birth defects occur early in pregnancy, sometimes before you even know you’re pregnant.

This January, Cradle Cincinnati is joining March of Dimes to recognize National Birth Defects Awareness Month.

While not all birth defects can be prevented, these five steps can help reduce the risk:

✅ Scheduling a preconception checkup with your healthcare provider
✅ Staying up to date on your vaccinations
✅ Taking folic acid daily
✅ Avoiding smoking, alcohol and other harmful substances
✅ Starting prenatal care early and attending regular appointments

Learn more at marchofdimes.org (search birth defects).

01/09/2026

Registration is now open for our first Cradle Cincinnati Community Meeting of 2026:

🗓️ Tuesday, February 3, 10am-11:30am
📍 United Way of Greater Cincinnati (2400 Reading Road 45202)

Together, we'll connect with peers, review recent maternal and infant health data, and align our efforts for 2026.

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

01/06/2026

Safe sleep is important every time your baby sleeps. Nap time, nighttime, every time.

Even when your baby is sick. Your instinct may be to cuddle and hold them upright, but when their tiny windpipe is congested, sleeping on their back in their own space can help them breathe safely.

Practicing safe sleep is one of the hardest things you’ll do with your baby, but doing so will help give you peace of mind, day after day.

01/05/2026

Join our team!

Cradle Cincinnati is seeking a Partnership Coordination Specialist to support the ex*****on of a complex, multi-year initiative aimed at supporting infant mortality reduction efforts across Ohio.

This high-impact role requires a strategic thinker and skilled communicator who can manage multiple priorities, coordinate across diverse stakeholders, ensure timely delivery of project outcomes, and periodically travel within Ohio.

If you have a passion for the health of birthing people and babies and thrive in challenging roles, we want you on our team.

Learn more and apply at https://jobs.cincinnatichildrens.org/us/en/job/JR216455/Partnership-Coordination-Specialist-Cradle-Cincinnati

12/24/2025

Thank you for walking alongside us as we support moms, babies and families and work toward more first birthdays.

Happy Holidays,
From Cradle Cincinnati

12/17/2025

Last week, we met with Hamilton County, Ohio - Government Denise Driehaus and Mary Maune from Hamilton County Commission on Women and Girls to discuss issues that matter most to moms and families — including access to stable housing.

We're so grateful for our partnership with Hamilton County, which began with the late County Commissioner Todd Portune, and their commitment to supporting moms, babies and families throughout our community.

Looking forward to continued partnership in 2026 and beyond!

12/15/2025

The safest way for your baby to sleep is in their own bed, but that doesn't have to mean far from you. 💛

Room sharing with a crib, bassinet or pack 'n play beside your bed gives you peace of mind knowing your baby is close by and safe.

📹: Charlie's Kids Foundation

12/08/2025

Let's talk about safe sleep! Here's what to know for every nap time and nighttime:

✔️ Always place your baby on their back for sleep
✔️ In a crib, Pack 'n Play, or bassinet
✔️ Nothing but baby in the sleep space
✔️ Use PJs or a sleep sack for warmth

Following these steps helps keep your baby safe. You've got this!

📹: Charlie's Kids Foundation

12/05/2025

Throwback to September, when our team was in Columbus for the 3rd Annual Infant Vitality Advocacy Day!

Coordinated by First Year Cleveland and supported by CelebrateOne and Ohio Collaborative to Prevent Infant Mortality, we joined advocates from 30+ organizations, all working towards the same goal of more first birthdays.

Together, we met with state legislators to highlight priorities important to families — including maternal mental health and economic stability — to ensure all pregnant and parenting families have what they need to thrive.

12/02/2025

Thank you Humana for sponsoring a Mommy Meet Up last month 💜

Queens Village Cincinnati brought together moms for an evening filled with self-care, connection, movement and dance. We love being be able to create spaces like this where Black moms feel supported and welcomed.

There two more Mommy Meet Ups before the end of this year — and we're excited to continue the series in 2026.

We're currently looking for sponsors to help make these gatherings possible. If you're interested and want to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to us at info@cradlecincinnati.org.

11/26/2025

Traveling with your baby this week? Here are a few safe sleep tips to keep in mind:

✅ Make sure your baby has their own safe sleep space wherever you go. When staying in someone else’s home, bring a safety-approved portable crib, Pack ‘n Play or bassinet.

✅ Always place your baby on their back for every sleep — nighttime and naptime.

🚫 Babies should never share a bed or other sleep surface with another person. Bed-sharing increases the risk of sleep-related infant death.

✅ Share these tips with anyone who will be caring for your baby.

Not sure if your crib or bassinet is safety-approved? Check cpsc.gov before you travel.

09/16/2025

Calling all infant and maternal health providers, nonprofits, policymakers, researchers, students and families!

Join us in advocating for more first birthdays at Infant Vitality Advocacy Day on September 30 at the Ohio Statehouse.

Learn more and register at lightingthewayto1.org.

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