Nurture KC

08/20/2026

Breastfeeding can help babies grow, build immunity and get a healthy start. If you’re pregnant and plan to breastfeed, start preparing now by asking questions and finding support. Nurture KC’s Healthy Start program offers breastfeeding education, support and encouragement along the way. 💙

Learn more: https://nurturekc.org/resources/

Nurture KC works with more than 200 community partners to improve the health of moms, infants and families in metro Kansas City.

08/18/2026

Healthy moms. Healthy babies. Healthy families. Staying up to date on vaccines helps keep your whole family protected—and it matters now more than ever. This National Immunization Awareness Month, check with your healthcare provider about any vaccines your family may need. 💙

Learn more: https://nurturekc.org/resources/

08/14/2026

The latest Nurture KC newsletter is here! Catch up on recent news, program updates and the work we’re doing to support healthier families across Kansas City. 💙

Read it here:

Email from Nurture KC See our latest news! August 2026 Update There is much good news to report on an omnibus health bill with several components designed to improve women’s health. The bipartisan eff

08/12/2026

Ready for the new school year! 🎒 We were happy to provide our Healthy Start families with backpacks and school supplies. A big thank you to the Love Fund For Children for making this possible for the third year! 💙

08/03/2026

Two states. One region. One big Election Day.

On August 4, both Kansas and Missouri head to the polls for important elections. Nurture KC wants every voter in our community to walk in informed.

Scan your state's QR code for a free, nonpartisan ballot guide, see what's on your ballot, learn the issues, and find your polling place.

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07/29/2026

July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, a reminder that everyone deserves access to compassionate mental health care without stigma.

At Nurture KC, Healthy Start participants have access to free mental health counseling and doula services because every mom deserves care, support, and the opportunity to thrive. 💙

Learn more: https://nurturekc.org/solutions/

07/28/2026

Join Nurture KC CEO Tracy Russell, along with Missouri and Kansas lobbyists Sean Gatewood and Chris Roepe, for a conversation about the policies shaping maternal and infant health and why advocacy matters.

🎧 Listen here: https://youtu.be/8hSCUaNI5y4

Join Nurture KC CEO Tracy Russell for a conversation with Missouri ...

07/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming the newest members of the Nurture KC Board of Directors! 💙

We're excited to have their experience, leadership, and passion supporting our mission to improve maternal and infant health across our community. Welcome to the Nurture KC family!

07/16/2026

Our July newsletter is here! 🌟

Catch up on the latest news, updates, and impact from Nurture KC.

📩 Read it here:

Email from Nurture KC See our latest news! July 2026 Update I have often used this column as my “bully pulpit” to extoll the importance of nonprofit engagement in public policy. During the 2026 Missou

07/10/2026

💙 We're Hiring!

Do you have a heart for serving families and strengthening our community? Join our KC Healthy Start team as a Community Health Worker and help support pregnant women and families on their journey to healthy beginnings.

📍 Apply today: https://bit.ly/44D3XBH