Perinatal Health Equity Initiative

Perinatal Health Equity Initiative We are dedicated to actively working towards eliminating perinatal health disparities in NJ

02/17/2026

Imagine needing a heart transplant after having your baby…or even having a heart attack after giving birth and being told your symptoms are “normal”. That is the story of our two panelist. Join us for this live webinar where we will hear from mothers and survivors Diedre and Nayia in a guided conversation with OB/GYN Dr Fatima Naqvi. Attendees will learn just pregnancy impacts the hearts of Black women and what we can do to prevent it. Level up your skills and your advocacy with PHEI
Register today at https://bit.ly/4herheart or drop a “ 💜” in the comments to get the link right to your DMs. Link in bio

02/16/2026

Red is more than a color. It’s a call to action. ❤️

We wear red because cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death for Black women before, during, and after pregnancy. Too often it goes unrecognized and untreated and it is taking the lives of our Black mamas. But this CAN be prevented.

If you are Black, your heart is at risk, not because of race, but because of racism and the inequities that impact our care.

Did you know?
🔺 Preeclampsia can increase your risk of heart disease for 10 to 15 years after giving birth.
🔺 Black mothers may be more than 3x as likely to develop dangerous heart failure.

If you have had preeclampsia or are at risk, your care team should include a cardiologist, a primary care provider, and a nutritionist. Your heart health matters before, during, and long after pregnancy.

We wear red for awareness. We wear red for prevention. We wear red for our mothers.❤️

Still think breastfeeding is just a feeding choice? At PHEI we believe breastfeeding is more than simply a food. It ha...
02/16/2026

Still think breastfeeding is just a feeding choice? At PHEI we believe breastfeeding is more than simply a food. It has health benefits for both the mom and baby, including the maternal heart. This is critical for Black women who are less likely to successfully breastfeed and more likely to have heart complications during and after pregnancy. Grow your skill set with PHEI by joining this free webinar on 2/20/26 at 12:30 to learn from our resident IBCLCs Melanie and Brittany.

RSVP today by clicking the link https://bit.ly/morethanmilk26

Still think breastfeeding is just a feeding choice? At PHEI we believe breastfeeding is more than simply a food. It ha...
02/16/2026

Still think breastfeeding is just a feeding choice? At PHEI we believe breastfeeding is more than simply a food. It has health benefits for both the mom and baby, including the maternal heart. This is critical for Black women who are less likely to successfully breastfeed and more likely to have heart complications during and after pregnancy. Grow your skill set with PHEI by joining this free webinar on 2/20/26 at 12:30 to learn from our resident IBCLCs Melanie and Brittany. Join today by clicking the link in our bio or commenting "breastfeeding" to get the link sent to your DMS

New Jersey Bill A2188 requires preeclampsia evaluation to save lives. Preeclampsia is a serious cardiovascular condition...
02/15/2026

New Jersey Bill A2188 requires preeclampsia evaluation to save lives. Preeclampsia is a serious cardiovascular condition and a leading cause of maternal death, and Black women are disproportionately affected.

Early evaluation = earlier treatment.
Earlier treatment = better outcomes for birthing people and babies.

During , we’re highlighting how policy protects maternal heart health. 📣 Share this post and contact your legislators today.

Love looks like prevention. 💜 Thanks to our partnership with Aetna, PHEI’s Cuff It program puts blood pressure cuffs in ...
02/14/2026

Love looks like prevention. 💜 Thanks to our partnership with Aetna, PHEI’s Cuff It program puts blood pressure cuffs in the hands of pregnant people and gives them the knowledge to act early.

This week, a participant used her cuff, trusted her instincts, and received lifesaving care. This is what love looks like: early action, timely care, and safer births.

📣 Share this story and support maternal health programs. Because protecting Black mothers and babies is an act of love.

Cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of women, and Black women face the highest burden. 💜 59% of Black women ages 20...
02/13/2026

Cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of women, and Black women face the highest burden. 💜 59% of Black women ages 20+ are living with some form of heart disease. You can reduce your risk through healthy habits like diet, movement, sleep, and avoiding smoking and by managing weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar, Small steps today can protect your heart tomorrow.

Join our community programs and share this post with someone who needs to see it.

Join us for a full month of February events! From community stories and maternal heart health webinars, there’s somethin...
02/12/2026

Join us for a full month of February events! From community stories and maternal heart health webinars, there’s something for everyone.

Visit our website to RSVP for upcoming events or click the link in our bio to learn more about our programs and resources 💜 Together, we support families and strengthen community health.

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We are kicking of our first February webinar for Heart Health Awareness Month discussing the connection between breastfe...
02/12/2026

We are kicking of our first February webinar for Heart Health Awareness Month discussing the connection between breastfeeding/chestfeeding and Heart Health. Did you know breastfeeding can improve cardiovascular health and decrease the risk for heart disease? That's right, breastfeeding is so much more than a feeding choice, its life saving medicine. Join PHEI's resident lactation experts Melanie and Brittany as they take you on a breastfeeding journey. You can join this webinar for FREE by commenting "breastfeeding" in the comments. or clicking https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_R1dv1n0kT2ih0e0goDPZuw Don't forget to invite a friend!

Happy Black History Month! Celebrating 100 years, this month we honor the Mothers of Gynecology, Anarcha, Lucy, and Bets...
02/11/2026

Happy Black History Month! Celebrating 100 years, this month we honor the Mothers of Gynecology, Anarcha, Lucy, and Betsey, enslaved Black women whose lives were exploited by Dr. J. Marion Sims in the 1840s to advance gynecological medicine. These women endured painful surgeries without anesthesia and reinforced the narrative that Black people don’t feel pain which is a misconception in modern medicine that is still reinforced today.

While we have a long way, we still have a long way to go for just and equitable care for Black mama. This month and every month the fight for reproductive justice continues.

Today we wear red! Why? Because cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death for Black women before, during, and aft...
02/06/2026

Today we wear red! Why? Because cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death for Black women before, during, and after pregnancy. Unrecognized and untreated, it is taking the lives of our Black mamas, but this CAN be prevented. If you are Black, your heart is at risk. Not because of race, but because of racism.

❤️Protect your heart with these 4 steps:
1. Know your numbers.� Make sure you have a validated blood pressure cuff at home and know your readings.

2. Watch for high blood pressure.�140+ (top number) or 90+ (bottom number) is a concern during pregnancy or postpartum. Only one number needs to be elevated.

3. Get support through PHEI.� Pregnancy and birth should not be scary. Our team of experts will walk with you every step of the way.

4. Ask for help early if you feel unwell.� Symptoms like severe headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, or swelling are not normal and deserve immediate attention.

DM us or visit PHEI today to sign up for support. Your heart and your baby deserve care.

01/27/2026

🚨 FREE RIDE. LIMITED TIME. REAL IMPACT. 🚨

Because of a generous partner, RIDE FOR HER HEART is officially FREE, but only until EOD 1/29/26.

🫀 Ride in Peloton Studios NYC
🫀 Support Black maternal cardiovascular health
🫀 Be part of a movement grounded in prevention, joy, and science

Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of pregnancy-related complications — and Black women are most impacted. This ride is about more than fitness. It’s about visibility, awareness, and action.

Comment RIDE to get the link sent straight you inbox.
P.S. is our instructor!!

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