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MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH MONTH: AFTER YOU HAVE YOUR BABY
Maternal Mental Health Month, observed every May during Mental Health Awareness Month, raises awareness about the emotional and mental...
1 hour ago5 min read


BREASTFEEDING BENEFITS
Breastfeeding makes your baby stronger and healthier, and it benefits you as well! Breastmilk contains antibodies* and hormones* that are...
2 hours ago2 min read


LATINA ACTION DAY 2025
Latina Action Day is a powerful day of advocacy and unity, bringing together over 400 Latinas from across California to speak directly to...
3 days ago2 min read


YOUR VOTE, OUR HEALTH, THEIR FUTURE
NAVIGATE THIS PAGE • VOTING AND HEALTH > • A QUICK GUIDE TO REGISTERING TO VOTE IN CALIFORNIA > • HOW TO PLAN A VOTER EDUCATION...
4 days ago9 min read


HOLLYE JENKINS: BWPC'S CERTIFIED BLACTATION EDUCATOR
WHAT IS A LACTATION EDUCATOR? A lactation educator is a clinical or non-clinical professional who is trained in supporting parents and...
May 161 min read


CARING FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY: WOMEN'S HEALTH WEEK 2025
National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) is observed every May during Maternal Mental Health Month and is led by the U.S. Department of Health...
May 154 min read


GATHERING YOUR HEALTH HISTORY
Use this health history tree to organize family health information and understand inherited risks, helping providers personalize...
May 151 min read


May 130 min read


CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL DOULA MONTH - MAY 2025
International Doula Month is recognized each May as a time to uplift the critical contributions of doulas in supporting pregnancy, birth,...
May 133 min read


BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK 2025 RECAP!
Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW) 2025 was filled with so many beautiful moments connecting, learning, and celebrating with our...
Apr 254 min read


BREASTFEEDING HOLDS
Some moms find that different breastfeeding positions work better for them. It might take some experimenting to find what feels best for...
Apr 82 min read


POSTPARTUM PREECLAMPSIA
WHAT IS POSTPARTUM PREECLAMPSIA? Postpartum preeclampsia is a serious childbirth-related condition that can lead to stroke, seizures, and...
Apr 81 min read


CONGENITAL SYPHILIS
WHAT IS CONGENITAL SYPHIILIS? Congenital syphilis is a syphilis infection passed from a pregnant person to their baby through pregnancy...
Apr 81 min read


PLAN B: LEVONORGESTREL QUICK GUIDE
What is a Levonorgestrel 1.5mg tablet? Levonorgestrel 1.5 mg tablet is emergency contraception that helps prevent pregnancy before it...
Mar 31 min read


15 QUESTIONS ABOUT POSTPARTUM
Taking care of yourself is the first step in taking a care of your baby. 1. If I had a C-section, can I still have a vaginal birth? 2. Is...
Mar 31 min read


15 QUESTIONS ABOUT PREGNANCY
Discuss these questions with your provider to experience a healthier pregnancy. 1. How often will I need to see a doctor? 2. What are...
Mar 31 min read


VARICOSE VEINS / HEMORRHOIDS IN PREGNANCY
Varicose veins and hemorrhoids are common discomforts in the third trimester. These problems often occur at the same time. Varicose veins...
Mar 31 min read


URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS IN PREGNANCY
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in pregnancy. As pregnancy progresses, the growing baby and uterus can press on the ureter and...
Feb 281 min read


PAIN RELIEF
Check with your provider and care team about the use of these medical and non-medical methods of pain relief before incorporating them...
Feb 241 min read


BIRD FLU
Avian Influenza type A (H5N1) is a virus commonly known as “Bird flu” that causes disease in birds and poultry. H5N1 is not a new virus,...
Feb 201 min read
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