Fresno County Black Infant Health Program

02/26/2026

Last weekend, February 22nd in the heart of Oakland, CA, is the 9th annual Black Joy Parade sponsored by ! Our team joined in the celebration with many others from across the state with music, laughs, movement, and shared pride.

After the parade, the festival offered Informational booths, community resources, interactive games/crafts, children’s activities, and much more!

This was beautiful celebration of unity, strength, culture, resilience, and community!

https://www.blackjoyparade.org/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPSKx5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFUaWlxSDA3NTJibWVuYzZZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsWTRSnn5elecx8wVtraM6M3hHtpS7H0Ircp6VJppsJMZT82QJzYjd4CGLOB_aem_41Bi8iILE-ZfjpoQOCT4sw

02/12/2026

On February 7th we celebrated National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Let’s by sharing resources, supporting each other, and getting tested. We stand with our Black Infant Health moms to end stigma and empower our communities!

For HIV resources:
https://www.hiv.gov/

02/11/2026

Every day we reflect on the strength, love, and resilience of those who inspire us to advocate, reach higher, and have helped shape our world. This , we honor them and continue to share their stories. Shoutout to the Black Infant Health mamas showing up every day, shaping the future! We encourage you to go out and walk with baby.

01/28/2026

The California Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health Department has shared a data summary of the current state of health among California children ages 1-10 years.

The mortality rates for Black children are twice those of children of all other races/ethnicities in all age groups. In 2022, the rate was 21.5%.

The morality rate is higher among 1-5 years old. These stages are the most crucial for children’s health and well-being as they’re in the stages of development milestones.

You can track their milestones through the CDC Milestone Tracker app. It can help identify possible delays and concerns. At BIH, we encourage the use of the app as it’s helpful for moms to track their babies’ appointments, milestones, their other children, tips for the baby’s growth, etc.

You can read more information and download the app here https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones-app/index.html

Our babies deserve the best in care, love, and support at every step!

01/20/2026

Your health matters! Let’s fight this preventable cancer together. Get regular screenings, get HPV vaccines, and spread awareness. Protect your future, protect your family.

Learn about more resources, survivor stories, ways to support https://cervivor.org/

01/13/2026

As the new year has started, take a moment to reflect on whether you’re pregnant for the first time or you became a mom again. Celebrate your strength of motherhood, embrace resilience. Prioritize self-care and connections. Be intentional with yourself and what you want for your baby as well.

“I let go of comparison and celebrate my unique journey.”

You’ve got this and we’re here for you!

01/12/2026

REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN TO BE IN THE 2026 BLACK JOY PARADE! 👋🏽🎊

The procession is where the streets come alive.
Where joy moves.
Where culture leads.
Where the parade truly begins.

Link in bio to register. 👆🏽

01/12/2026

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed after having a baby? Postpartum exercise can boost your mental health. Priya Batra, PsyD, a women’s health psychologist at Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento, California, tells Moms Who Think that even gentle movement can improve mood, increase energy, and reduce the risk of postpartum depression. https://k-p.li/4p65esy

01/08/2026

January is .

Some essential safety tips during bath time:
- Supervision: Never leave your little alone in the bath.
- Water temperature: Test the temperature water before having your child feel it. It’s recommended to keep the temperature of water for a child at 100°F (35°C).
- Prevent slips/falls: Install non-slip mats or stickers in bathtub/shower.
- Minimize water level: Water level should be limited to less than 2 inches for two years old and younger.

Spread awareness and share these tips with others!

12/31/2025

As the last day of 2025, we want to thank all our BIH moms and babies who have been a part of the BIH family and let us be a part of their families too.

Happy holidays and happy New Year from the Fresno BIH team!

12/22/2025

March of Dimes 2025 Report Card graded the U.S. for the 4th time a D+ for preterm birth. Preterm birth rates among Black babies climbed to 14.7%, nearly 1.5% higher than the rate for babies overall (10.4%). BIH is here to support Black families and share all the tips and resources to help reduce the risk of preterm births.

2025 March of Dimes Report Card reveals the US earns a D+ grade for the fourth consecutive year.

12/19/2025

Here is a list of some great electric breast pump resources:

1 Natural Way
1-888-977-229
1naturalway.com

Aeroflow Breast Pumps
1-844-867-9890
aeroflowbreastpumps.com

Pumping Essentials
1-866-688-4203
pumpingessentials.com

Hygeia
1-855-786-7296
MomsGetMore.com

Yummy Mummy
1-855-291-5930
yummymummystore.com
(Spanish option is available by changing the language towards the top bar next to the phone number)