Before Birth & Beyond

NICHQ’s network of experts and innovative project work at the intersection of quality improvement and health equity will equip public health professionals and providers alike with new tools, resources, and connections to improve their public health practices. 

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Before Birth & Beyond is a NICHQ podcast that focuses on pressing issues in maternal and child health through the lens of shared learning, action, and impact. First launched in early 2023, we are now in our second season of exploring equity-related topics, helpful tools, and personal stories.

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S2E4 Benefits of Care Mapping for Providers, Caregivers, and Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs

We discuss care mapping and other strategies and tools to support the transition from pediatric to adult care for children and youth with special healthcare needs.

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S2E3 Empowering Black and Brown Women to Share their Experiences of Care

For National Minority Health Month, hear from Kimberly Seals Allers, who shares how IRTH works with communities & hospitals to improve healthcare quality for Black and brown women and birthing people.

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S2E2 Doula Care Improves Birth Outcomes, Patient Family Engagement

Celebrate World Doula Week as we discuss the ways doula support improves maternal and child health outcomes and patient & family engagement with LaToshia Rouse, owner of Birth Sisters Doula Services.

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S2E1 Celebrating Black History Month, NICHQ Equity Events + Black-Led Maternal and Child Health Organizations

Celebrate Black History Month in recognizing the contributions of Black health practitioners from an equity-focused org focused on training Black women & birthing people and providing direct services.

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