Ready, Set, Soar Ohio

05/20/2022

Did you know it’s ? Be sure to join Groundwork Ohio’s Center for Maternal & Young Child Health on May 25th for a virtual discussion on maternal mental health. https://www.groundworkohio.org/events

05/18/2022

Rain or shine, we’re celebrating Ohio families and their stories at the Statehouse! In the event of inclement weather, Groundwork Ohio's Family Celebration will be moved from the West Plaza to the Capitol Atrium, located inside the Ohio Statehouse.

ACTION ALERT: Join us TOMORROW, Wednesday, May 18th at 12:30PM on the Ohio Statehouse West Plaza for Groundwork Ohio's Family Celebration, a celebration of families with infants, toddlers, and young children. RSVP: http://ow.ly/EehC50J6esc

04/26/2022

A great way to increase your child’s language skills is to start playing with words early. This means playing with sounds, words, and grammar before they turn 5. The Ohio Governor's Imagination Library can help build language skills. Learn how to enroll here:

The Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library wants to ensure every child has access to books from the moment they are born so that kids are entering kindergarten prepared to succeed inside the classroom and beyond.

04/22/2022

The first three years of a child’s life are essential for healthy brain development. that adults can build supportive relationships with kids through responsive, encouraging, and interactive communication? Learn more about this: https://bit.ly/3xkVF1S

04/17/2022

Over the past week our blog series celebrated the 5th anniversary of . We want to thank Black Mamas Matter Alliance for centering Black women, Black families, & Black systems of care in the fight for better outcomes! http://ow.ly/Ioor50IGr4I

04/16/2022

Be sure to check out our blog series celebrating Black Maternal Health Week! The blog series features amazing guest blogs from Project Ujima Inc Rosemary's Babies Co. Village of Healing Summit County Public Health and March of Dimes

Across Ohio, there are too many infants and toddlers who lack the opportunity to access the high-quality programs, services, and opportunities they need to achieve lifelong success. Learn about our progress for early investments for a lifetime of success!

04/15/2022

During Black Maternal Health Week, the March of Dimes urges us all to reflect on our commitment to equity, lead with our voices and actions, and invite others to join us.

"We must be willing to lead with our voices and actions and invite others to join us."

04/14/2022

Housing instability during pregnancy is linked to a wide range of adverse maternal and infant health outcomes, including preterm births and delivery complications. Learn how Summit County Public Health is helping pregnant women who are in need access housing.

Experiencing housing instability during pregnancy is associated with a wide range of adverse maternal and infant health outcomes.

04/13/2022

Join the National League of Cities on Thursday, April 14 at 2pm to hear how local and state government are working to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity rates, improving outcomes, and advancing equity for future generations.

Experiences in the first three years of life build the foundation for all future learning, behavior, and health. Yet. America’s maternal mortality rates are among the highest in the developed world.

04/13/2022

Black-led organizations like Village of Healing provide incredible support and mentorship to Black pregnant and parenting women to combat racial health disparities and improve health outcomes.

Village of Healing’s mission is to end racial disparities by providing an environment of healing.

04/12/2022

"I was scared to ask questions but even more afraid to tell anyone how I was treated at times during my prenatal visits." Read how Rosemary Oglesby-Henry's experience inspired her to create Rosemary's Babies Co.

Teen parents and their babies deserve adequate prenatal and postpartum care, education, and support.

04/11/2022

This Black Maternal Health Week, we’re celebrating organizations like Project Ujima Inc which provides pregnant women and new moms a safe space to share openly and honestly about their challenges, fears, and triumphs.

Project Ujima provides a safe space for pregnant women and new mothers to share their struggles, challenges, fears, and triumphs.