Region 9 Perinatal Quality Collaborative

04/14/2026

Meet us here next weekend!

🎉 Community Baby Shower 🎉

📅 April 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
📍 Hillsdale High School Gym

Check it out!! 🍼✨
Families will receive a FREE T-shirt included in their swag bag—who doesn’t love a free shirt?! 👕🎁 and as always, one per family while supplies last.

👉 Registration is required:
https://www.greatstarthillsdale.com/community-baby-shower.html

We can’t wait to celebrate with you and your growing family! 💕

🤰Calming Breath Doula Services LLC
🤝Helping Hands PRC
🏥Hillsdale Hospital Bediako Birthing Center

04/14/2026

Black Maternal Health Week is a time to recognize Michigan's commitment to improve Black maternal health outcomes by listening to Black women, dismantling structural barriers and providing access to equitable health services and programs that offer support.

The Division of Maternal & Infant Health is committed to addressing birth equity by focusing on innovative, multi-disciplinary collaborations, addressing root causes of inequities, challenging systematic barriers, and creating actionable solutions to improve health outcomes.

Visit the division's webpage to learn about the numerous programs and initiatives available to Michiganders. https://bit.ly/3OCdLXZ

04/10/2026

There may be community transmission of measles in our area.

Because of this, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is recommending that local infants aged 6 to 11 months get an early MMR dose.

➡️ Measles can be dangerous, especially for young children. The MMR vaccine prevents measles and protects our community from further spread.

This early dose is recommended for infants 6 to 11 months old who live in Washtenaw, Monroe, Wayne, Oakland, Jackson, Livingston, or Lenawee counties, as well as infants who spend time in Washtenaw and Monroe counties.

This early dose does not count toward the routine two-dose series. Infants who get an early dose will still require doses at 12-15 months and 4-6 years per the standard schedule. This recommendation is currently in effect through May 16.

For updates on measles, visit bit.ly/measles-updates-michigan.

04/10/2026

Meet us here tomorrow!

Celebrate Black Maternal Health Week at the annual Black Maternal Health Cafe! All families are welcome and Region 9 will be in attendance along with many other community organizations! Register here: michmed.org/DQ2GY

04/10/2026

✨ Now accepting applications! ✨
We’re excited to launch our Lactation Mentorship Program with YOLO Breastfeeding—designed to support and elevate Community Breastfeeding Specialists across Region 9.
From May–August, selected participants will engage in hands-on clinical training, case discussions, business development, and IBCLC pathway support—all while building meaningful connections in our community.
💡 Monthly sessions (virtual + in-person)
💰 Stipends provided for participation
📍 Open to CBS in Region 9
Ready to grow your skills and impact? Apply today! 💫
Applications close on 4/22! www.region9.org/events

04/07/2026

Join us this May for our Quarterly Collaborative meeting on Wednesday, May 27! Connect with perinatal health professionals and community partners across Region 9 as we share updates, build relationships, and advance maternal and infant health together.

💬 Learn about current MCH initiatives
🤝 Network with partners across the region
📣 Hear about upcoming projects and events
✨ Participation and childcare stipends are available for attendees
🔗 Learn more and register today! www.region9.org/events

04/06/2026

Hey Ypsi! On April 11, join Dr. Mona at the City of Ypsilanti, MI Government's Black Maternal Health Cafe! Hosted by the City of Ypsilanti, Michigan Medicine, and Trinity Health, these events shine a light on disparities in Black maternal health and uplift the incredible victories fueling Black maternal joy! All are welcome. Learn more and register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfblKgIL1GQqjB3DxRQPRiFoE1iD7xyjra67KAaPhJiA3LsHQ/viewform

Saturday, April 11, noon to 4pm at Ypsilanti Community High School

04/06/2026

Join us this summer for our Region 9 County Luncheons! 🌸

We’re bringing together everyone passionate about perinatal health—providers, community organizations, doulas, public health professionals, and advocates—to connect, collaborate, and strengthen support for families across our region.

✨ Build new partnerships
✨ Share resources and insights
✨ Learn what’s happening in your county

With stops across all Region 9 counties, there’s a space for YOU at the table.

💗 Let’s work together to improve outcomes for birthing people and babies in our communities.

🔗 Register today or scan the QR code to save your spot! www.region9.org/events

04/02/2026

2026 Mobile Markets in Lenawee County will occur on the second Monday of each month from April-October. We will have distributions in Adrian and Jasper. Dates and addresses can be viewed on the attached flyer or on our website.

https://smfoodbank.org/programs/mobile-market/

03/30/2026

Meet us here next month!

Celebrate Black Maternal Health Week at the annual Black Maternal Health Cafe! All families are welcome and Region 9 will be in attendance along with many other community organizations! Register here: michmed.org/DQ2GY

03/27/2026

Wrapped in Love Doula & Lactation Services is excited to present a special Wrapped in Wisdom virtual learning opportunity:

✨ Ancestor Diagnosed, Community Supported ✨

Join us as we explore neurodiversity through a social justice lens while uplifting autistic experiences in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Together we’ll learn practical ways to better support autistic individuals throughout the perinatal period.

We are honored to welcome Raeanne Madison , MPH, Citizen of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa Indians and Founding Executive Director of Postpartum Healing Lodge, who will be facilitating this powerful conversation.

📅 April 27, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
💻 Virtual Event

Because Raeanne is joining us from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, this offering will be held virtually.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hJk18maAQcWvOiLhhCYpmw #/registration

We look forward to learning learning together and continuing to build more inclusive support for mothers and families.