The Importance of Oral Health During Pregnancy
Dental care is crucial during pregnancy, but less than half of pregnant people in the U.S. get a checkup when they’re expecting. Learn about the importance of perinatal oral health.
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Webinar: The L.A. County AAIMM Initiative’s Doula Program and Fatherhood Programs
The L.A. County African American Infant and Maternal Mortality (AAIMM) Prevention Initiative is working to prevent Black infant and maternal deaths in L.A. County. Do you know any parents-to-be who might benefit? Watch this webinar recording to learn how you can connect them!
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Webinar: Cannabis & Perinatal Health: Short Conversations That Can Make a Big Difference
Cannabis use during pregnancy has increased since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. This webinar discusses the harm in prenatal cannabis use and how we can help clients who use cannabis.
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#DignityinBirthCA: Free Implicit Bias and Reproductive Justice Training for Perinatal Providers
Black birthing people experience the highest rates of maternal mortality — and racism is the key cause. Do you work with pregnant people? Learn about free online training to reduce implicit bias.
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Webinar: The Impact of Prenatal Stress and Traumatic Childbirth on Maternal and Child Wellbeing
Almost half of birthing people perceive childbirth as traumatic. Learn ways home visiting staff can support families who have experienced prenatal stress and childbirth trauma.
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Infant Formula Resources for Families in L.A. County and Across California
The infant formula shortage is impacting families across the nation. Here’s a roundup of resources and information to help families in L.A. County and across California.
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Webinar: Oral Health in the Perinatal and Early Childhood Periods
Dental checkups are a key part of perinatal care. In this webinar, learn why and what you can do to help pregnant people and new parents get this important care.
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Webinar: Perinatal Substance Use: Screening, Treatment, and Impact on Pregnancy Outcomes
We know substance use during pregnancy can have serious negative health outcomes for mom and baby. But how bad is it? And what can home visitors do to help? Dr. Margaret Lynn Yonekura explains.
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Webinar: COVID-19 Vaccines in Pregnancy and Lactation
In this webinar, an expert in the field provides an overview of the latest research on the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine for pregnant and lactating people.
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Webinar: Supporting Families with a Positive COVID-19 Diagnosis
What are the latest care recommendations for pregnant women and families with young children who have tested positive for COVID-19? UCLA’s Dr. Karin Nielson and Dr. Viviana Farajado explain.
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