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Los síntomas de la depresión paterna comienzan a aumentar entre los tres y los seis meses. El Proyecto MaIH conecta a los nuevos padres y sus parejas con el apoyo posparto. Para obtener ayuda, llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 844.860.0111 o visite https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

Symptoms of paternal depression begin to spike between three to six months. The MaIH Project connects new parents and their partners to postpartum support. For help, call or text 844.860.0111 or visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

Altruism, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, working to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in rural Missouri. We’ve opened a new facility, called The MaIH Center, that offers prenatal care and pregnancy support with help from midwives, doulas, and community health workers. The MaIH Center is located at 721 S. Business Highway 13 in Lexington. Services are offered by appointment only, and are free to those who qualify. To make an appointment, call 660.259.2402, text 844.866.0111, or visit TheMaIHCenter.org. And don’t forget to ask us about our free diaper program.

Altruism, Inc., a 501(c)(3), Lexington, Mo.-based nonprofit, working to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in rural Missouri, is commemorating GivingTuesday with the opening of The Maternal and Infant Health (MaIH) Center, 721 S. Business Highway 13. The MaIH Center offers prenatal care, pregnancy, and postpartum support with help from midwives, doulas, and community health workers. This includes prenatal screenings and exams, support with social care needs, a free diaper program, mental health support, birth planning, breastfeeding and lactation support, among many other services – all free to those covered through Medicaid or those who are uninsured. We are celebrating big this by serving pregnant people and new parents in our community. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, call 660.259.2402 or visit TheMaIHCenter.org.

Did you know that smoking during pregnancy is a risk factor for a low birth weight infant? If you’re pregnant, or thinking about becoming pregnant, there are tools to help you get the care you need to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby — and we can help you find them. Contact us: https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

Altruism, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), Lexington, Mo.-based nonprofit, working to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in rural Missouri. It has opened The Maternal and Infant Health (MaIH) Center, 721 S. Business Highway 13 (next to the BP) that offers prenatal care, pregnancy, and postpartum support with help from midwives, doulas, and community health workers. Come tour this new facility and learn more about its programs and services on Wednesday, December 6, anytime from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, call 660.259.2402 or visit TheMaIHCenter.org.

Altruism, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, working to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in rural Missouri. We’ve opened a new facility, called The MaIH Center, that offers prenatal care and pregnancy support with help from midwives, doulas, and community health workers. The MaIH Center is located at 721 S. Business Highway 13 in Lexington. Services are offered by appointment only, and are free to those who qualify. To make an appointment, call 660.259.2402 or visit TheMaIHCenter.org. And don’t forget to ask us about our free diaper program.

Income, education, health care, and where you live can affect how healthy you are. We want to help you get your needs met so that your health and wellness are taken care of. Visit altruisim-media.org/the-maih-project or call or text 844.860.0111 for help.

Doulas provide support throughout your pregnancy and help you know what to expect during labor, childbirth, and postpartum. They provide emotional support, breastfeeding information, help you communicate with your doctors, and help you cope with stress. To get connected to a doula, and for prenatal health care and other support, contact The Maternal and Infant Health (MaIH) Center, located at 721 S. Business Highway 13 in Lexington. Don’t forget to ask about our free diaper program. All services are free to those who qualify. To make an appointment, call 660.259.2402 or visit TheMaIHCenter.org.

La presión de estar a la altura de las expectativas de ser una “supermamá” impide que muchas nuevas madres busquen apoyo de salud mental. Está bien no estar bien. Para obtener ayuda, llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 844.860.0111 o visite https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

Pregnant people in Lexington and surrounding communities have too few resources to support them before and after they give birth. Well, now there’s help. The Maternal and Infant Health (MaIH) Center, located at 721 S. Business Highway 13 in Lexington, is open and waiting for you. Services include prenatal exams, with the help of a midwife, birth planning and doula support, and case management to help with things like utilities, transportation, Medicaid enrollment, and much more. You’ll also receive free diapers - monthly – through a partnership with Happy Bottoms. All services are free to those who qualify. To make an appointment, call 660.259.2402 or visit TheMaIHCenter.org.

The people closest to a problem are the best at figuring out a solution. Our team has personal experience dealing with barriers in our communities. Our goal is to provide connections to health and social support services to meet the needs of the whole person. Visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/ or call or text 844.860.0111 for help.

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Doulas provide support throughout your pregnancy and help you know what to expect during labor, childbirth, and postpartum. They provide emotional support, breastfeeding information, help you communicate with your doctors, and help you cope with stress. To get connected to a doula, and for prenatal health care and other support, contact The Maternal and Infant Health (MaIH) Center, located at 721 S. Business Highway 13 in Lexington. Don’t forget to ask about our free diaper program. All services are free to those who qualify. To make an appointment, call 660.259.2402, text 844.866.0111, or visit TheMaIHCenter.org.

We welcome partnerships with providers and community-based organizations who are committed to health equity and improving health outcomes for Black birthing people throughout Missouri. Learn more: https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

Pregnancy and a new baby can bring a wide range of overwhelming emotions. Too often, people struggle in silence. The MaIH Project connects pregnant and birthing people to health and social care, including services to treat mental health and SUD. Text or call 844.860.0111 for help.

Symptoms of paternal depression begin to spike between three to six months. The MaIH Project connects new parents and their partners to postpartum support. For help, call or text 844.860.0111 or visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

A change in movement in the third trimester is often an early sign of distress in a baby. Counting kicks and alerting a health care provider as soon as a change in kick patterns is noticed can save the baby’s life. Visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project to get connected to help.

New fathers often feel ashamed to be honest about difficult feelings, like struggling to bond with their baby. Parenthood can be overwhelming. To get connected to postpartum support, call or text 844.860.0111 or visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

Unnecessary interventions during labor can result in complications that affect the health of birthing people and their babies. The MaIH Project connects expecting parents to a doula who can help them have a safe, happy birth. Learn more: https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

October 15 is National and Loss Awareness day. Learn more: https://www.october15th.com/

October 10 is . Learn more: https://wmhdofficial.com/

The postpartum period can be overwhelming for new mothers, especially those who are breastfeeding, working, caring for other children, or who have existing mental health conditions. To get connected to postpartum support, call or text 844.860.0111 or visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

On the second Saturday in September we celebrate World First Aid Day to raise awareness about the importance of first aid knowledge and skills in saving lives and preventing injuries.
Are you ready to learn?
Read More: https://www.ifrc.org/our-work/health-and-care/first-aid

Conversations about health and racial can be hard because they expose mindsets that fuel inequities. With more than 50 participating organizations, the KC LAN provides a forum for engagement with education, training, tools, and expertise to make change. Learn more: https://accesshealthnews.net/no-quality-without-equity-no-equity-without-quality/

The Women’s Preventive Services Initiative (WPSI), supported by HRSA through the HHS, helps women be proactive about their health by offering tools and resources to improve health outcomes through preventive action. Learn more: https://accesshealthnews.net/wpsi/

Check out articles that we’ve written at https://accesshealthnews.net/category/maternal-health/.

The Kansas City Health Equity Learning and Action Network (the LAN) is changing the landscape of health care in Kansas City. Use the KC LAN toolkit to help spread the word: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bX2SUZzz7zI-ji9F2DbBRJObWPOHLfCs?usp=share_link

Birth isn’t the only time in pregnancy when health and safety is critical. The MaIH Project works to make sure parents have the care and resources they need and are supported every step of the way for a healthy pregnancy, delivery, birth, and postpartum life. Visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project, or call or text 844.860.0111 for help.

Los nuevos padres experimentan un cambio de identidad, rutina y responsabilidades que puede ser abrumador. Está bien no estar bien. Para conectarse con el apoyo posparto, incluida la atención de salud mental, llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 844.860.0111 o visite https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

Doulas provide emotional support as well as education and resources to help expecting parents have a positive pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. The MaIH Project connects pregnant and birthing people to doula support. Learn more: https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/

The pressure to live up to the expectation of being a “Super Mom” can prevent many new mothers from seeking mental health support. It’s okay to not be okay. For help, call or text 844.860.0111 or visit https://altruism-media.org/the-maih-project/