What you need to know about coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
Go to CDC.gov/COVID-19 for the most updated information about COVID-19. This content was last updated on July 21, 2020.
Based on what we kno ...
Keeping your baby’s vaccines on track during the pandemic
During uncertain times like the COVID-19 pandemic, many parents may be worried about how to best protect their babies. But even during the pandem ...
Don’t delay getting vaccinated because of COVID-19
August is National Vaccination Month. It’s important now
more than ever not to delay getting vaccinated because of COVID-19
(coronavirus disease-2019 ...
How is gastroschisis diagnosed and treated?
Gastroschisis Awareness Day is Thursday, July 30, 2020.
Gastroschisis is a birth defect of the abdominal (belly) wall this is becoming more co ...
Black Maternal Mental Health Week 2020
Minority Mental Health is observed each year in July. It’s a time when we bring attention to the mental health issues affecting racial and ethnic ...
Getting ready for another baby
Due to the current pandemic, some women may be thinking about postponing having another baby for a later time. But for others, that's not the cas ...
Continuing the conversation: Systemic racism affects the health of moms and babies
On Tuesday, June 11th March of Dimes hosted a
Facebook Live event where panelists discussed systemic racism and the need for
equity in maternal a ...
MTHFR variant and folic acid: What you need to know
MTHFR
stands for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase. It’s an enzyme (protein) that
helps your body break down and use folate. One MTHFR variant ...
Happy Independence Day!
The Fourth of July seems to be when summer barbecues abound. Grills get fired up and freezers are stocked with popsicles. It’s always great to kick ...
Where is the safest place to deliver your baby during the coronavirus pandemic?
Choosing where to deliver your baby is a personal decision.
The COVID-19
(coronavirus) crisis may lead you to rethink that decision. Here is some ...
Why are opioids dangerous?
What
are opioids?
Opioids
are a class of drugs used to reduce pain. Opioids are used as painkillers after
an injury or surgery. They’re someti ...