Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ

04/17/2026

In honor of Alcohol Awareness month, this 4-part series on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is brought to you by the 3 consortia of the Perinatal Addictions Prevention Project, a statewide effort to reduce the number of substance exposed pregnancies. Remember, there is no safe time and no safe amount of alcohol to consume during pregnancy. For more information, contact Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey, Central Jersey Family Health Consortium, or Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative.

04/14/2026

We’re keeping the energy strong for Black Maternal Health Week! Join the Town of Irvington tomorrow for the "Babies Are Us" Community Baby Shower at the Chris Gatling Recreation Center in Irvington from 10:30 AM–2 PM. Expect incredible community resources and plenty of surprises throughout the day.

04/13/2026

We kicked off Black Maternal Health Week this weekend, alongside the Montclair Deltas, with a powerful day filled with joy, support, and community care.

Over 100 moms and moms-to-be connected with local resources, received health screenings, enjoyed refreshments, took home diapers and wipes, and had a chance to win incredible raffle prizes.

We were honored to be joined by community health advocates and leaders, including our keynote speaker, Aarin Williams, Esq.; Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, Newark City Councilperson Rev. Louise Scott-Rountree, Linda Sloan Locke, BSN, MPH, LSW, FACNM, and others, who shared powerful insights on maternal health and a strong start to maternity.

We are incredibly grateful for every family, partner, and advocate who showed up for Black Maternal Health.

04/13/2026

We kicked off Black Maternal Health Week with the Montclair Deltas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ❤️
A beautiful day of community, resources, health screenings, diapers, wipes, raffles, and conversations that matter.
We are incredibly grateful for every family, partner, and advocate who showed up for Black maternal health on Saturday.

Photos coming soon!

04/10/2026

Next week is our April Doula Dialogues! Our Doula Dialogues is the perfect support and informational session for doulas who want to network, support each other, and learn from our exciting speakers. Join us on Wednesday, April 15, from 6 to 8 pm for a virtual program for connection, learning, and leadership.

Register today! pmch.org/event/april-doula-dialogues-assessing-maternal-health-rates/

04/09/2026

We had a great session last week at the Center for Clinical Impact for our AWHONN Obstetric Patient Safety (OPS): OB Emergencies Workshop. This course focuses on various obstetric emergencies that may occur at any point during pregnancy or in the postpartum period. The workshop is ideal for nurses early in their obstetric career, ER or ICU staff interested in improving their skills when caring for perinatal patients, and experienced doulas seeking a deeper understanding of the clinical rationale behind medical interventions during OB emergencies.

Interested in more professional education opportunities? Visit pmch.org/educational-opportunities-and-upcoming-events

04/06/2026

WE'RE A FEW WEEKS AWAY! The Spring Soiree is back and better than ever. Join us at The Westmount Country Club on April 29 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM to unite community leaders, healthcare advocates, and passionate supporters of maternal and child health. The Spring Soiree is a night of celebration and an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to quality healthcare and safe, respectful births for all. This is a night you don't want to miss; get your tickets today!

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WE'RE A FEW WEEKS AWAY! The Spring Soiree is back and better than ever. Join us at The Westmount Country Club on April 29 from 6:30 - 9:30 PM to unite commun...

04/01/2026

We were thrilled to join the Greater Union County Chapter, Jack and Jill of America, Inc., for General Wellness: A Women’s Forum and Family Health Fair.
Families connected with local resources and learned from experts about prenatal care, perimenopause and menopause, and menstrual equity.
Our Senior Manager of Public Health Programs, Yvelisse Gonzalez, shared powerful insights on perinatal mental health.

03/27/2026

Happy World Doula Week!
Doulas are skilled professionals who offer continuous emotional, physical, and informational support before, during, and after childbirth. Their presence helps expectant mothers and their families feel grounded, safe, and empowered throughout the entire journey

Learn more at pmch.org/community-doula-services/

03/25/2026

Last Saturday’s Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics workshop was an incredible day of hands‑on learning and collaboration. Participants jumped into dynamic simulations, sharpened their ability to recognize and respond to obstetric emergencies, and worked together through fast‑paced, real‑world scenarios.

Interested in learning more? Visit pmch.org/educational-opportunities-and-upcoming-events/

03/24/2026

Voting is officially open! Head over to protectmewith3.com to check out all the amazing entries and cast your vote.
Make sure to spread the word and encourage your friends, family, and community to join in. Every vote counts—let’s make this year’s contest the biggest yet!

03/23/2026

We’re proud to introduce this year’s Spring Soirée honorees: Charles R. Casser, Jennifer Gomes-Lemon (The Madd Ox Foundation), Shirley Harris (My Kota Bear), and Sanofi. Their commitment to healthcare and community leadership reflects our mission to advance maternal health and improve outcomes for families.

Join us in supporting the health of women, children, and families. Sponsor, donate, support the journal, or purchase tickets today.

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