Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention & Support Services Lead and other toxins are common in older homes, drinking water, some household goods, and even toys. Exposure to lead and other harmful toxins during pregnancy or early in a child’s life can have a lifelong...
Early Childhood Literacy Programs & Education A newborn’s brain doubles in size in the first year, growing nearly 80% of adult size by age three. Research has shown that a child’s experiences in these early years directly affect how the brain develops. The...
Maternal & Prenatal Home Visitation Services Find the Right Support for You Pregnancy is a time of great joy, but it can also be terrifying if you do not have support. We offer a variety of maternal and family health services, such as motherhood support. ...
Perinatal AddictionsPrevention Project Dangerous substances such as alcohol, drugs, and tobacco have critical effects during pregnancy. The Perinatal Addictions Prevention Project (PAPP) focuses on educating about substance use prevention during pregnancy. We serve...
Prematurity Prevention Initiative & Maternal Health Premature birth is a leading cause of infant mortality. Racial disparities in care lead to higher rates of preterm birth for Black and African American women. The Prematurity Prevention Initiative’s (PPI) goal is...
