Nebraska Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative - NPQIC

09/07/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Month, and this week, we focus on Maternal Su***de Awareness. Together, we can break the stigma and support those who need it most—moms and families are not alone.

09/06/2025

09/03/2025

Every year, more than half-a-million families will be admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), that's nearly 1 in 8 families.

September is NICU Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the experiences of newborns in the NICU and their families. This month highlights the challenges faced by NICU families and emphasizes the importance of support and available resources.

08/28/2025

Black Breastfeeding Week celebrates the strength, love, and resilience of Black families. This week, we honor that legacy and stand together to support every Black breastfeeding journey.

08/27/2025

Session Spotlights: "From Recommendations to Reality" & Community Engagement Panel
"From Recommendations to Reality: Advancing Care for Newborns and Families with Perinatal Substance Exposure" will feature Dr. Christine Gold, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Dr. Gold will share strategies to advance family-centered care and how to implement evidence-based practices for newborns and families impacted by perinatal substance exposure.

The Community Engagement Panel will feature Dr. Siobahn Wescott, Karina Ruiz-Vargas, Toya Broadway, and Amy Kent. This panel will discuss what patients value in their care, how small interactions can make a significant difference, what patient-centered care entails, and how listening to patient voices can enhance health and community outcomes.


Don't forget to register by September 5, 2025!

08/26/2025

✨ We are SO excited and honored to announce that Connected Forever is now an organizational partner of the Family-Centered Care Taskforce (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556151397140)! ✨

This international initiative is dedicated to improving NICU Family-Centered Care through education, collaboration, and research. Together, we’re supporting families in the NICU and beyond. 💜

📣 Check out the upcoming FCC Taskforce Webinar on September 11, 2025: “Screening Now: Standardizing Mental Health Assessments for NICU Parents” and “Long-Term Outcomes: Preparing Families for Future Health.”

👉 https://stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QmVtGvnETQEJ3o?jfefe=new
👉 Read the latest FCC Taskforce Summer Newsletter here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15INAEqH1sT0oqgmMYK8g3ooEUPN6HGVB/view

08/21/2025

We are beyond excited to share that our Birth and Postpartum Doula Grant Applications are NOW OPEN! Every family deserves access to doula services and these grants help make that vision come to life.

To learn more about eligibility, requirements, and to apply, click the links below.

BIRTH DOULA GRANTS: https://wkf.ms/45gvAAc
POSTPARTUM DOULA GRANTS: https://wkf.ms/3IZB5vB

08/19/2025

It’s official! Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has signed a proclamation declaring August as Breastfeeding Month in Nebraska!

This statewide recognition celebrates the incredible impact of breastfeeding on the health of our babies, our families, and our communities. At MilkWorks, we see this impact every day and we’re honored to support families through every stage of their feeding journey.

However you’re providing milk, whether at breast, pumping, combo feeding, or just exploring your options, we’re here for you.

08/18/2025

🚨 Nebraska Community Blood Bank has declared a Blood Emergency 🚨

Our state’s blood supply has dropped below a 2-day inventory—well under the 7-day level needed to support hospital and patient needs. Summer vacations and school breaks have slowed donations, just as trauma cases rise.

We're calling on the community to step up and save lives. Please give and reshare this post. Schedule a donation at https://bit.ly/3HkVSt4

08/16/2025

This , we celebrate the love, strength, and traditions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander families. Breastfeeding is a culture. 🌺🤱

08/16/2025

Know your numbers. A healthy blood pressure before, during and after pregnancy reduces your risk of heart disease, stroke and other pregnancy complications. Talk to your health care team today about your blood pressure readings and how you can maintain healthy blood pressure levels while pregnant.