Fresno County Black Infant Health Program

Fresno County Black Infant Health Program Fresno County Black Infant Health (BIH) Program; 1 of 17 BIH programs in California.

Since 1991, the Fresno County Department of Public Health’s Black Infant Health (BIH) Program, one of 17 BIH programs in California, has worked to decrease the infant mortality rate in our African-American community. Infant mortality refers to the death of infants before their first birthday. It is expressed as a rate by the number of infant deaths per 1,000 live births in the same year. African Americans have more than three times the infant mortality rate as non-Hispanic whites in Fresno County. Our goal at BIH is to help increase your chances of having a healthy pregnancy and your baby’s chances for a healthy start in life.

Your health matters! Let’s fight this preventable cancer together. Get regular screenings, get HPV vaccines, and spread ...
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/


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 ...
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

January is  .Some essential safety tips during bath time:- Supervision: Never leave your little alone in the bath.-  Wat...
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!

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 ...
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!

March of Dimes 2025 Report Card graded the U.S. for the 4th time a D+ for preterm birth. Preterm birth rates among Black...
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)

12/19/2025

Every mama’s journey is powerful.

Meet one of our past BIH moms. She shares her story of strength she found through BIH and knowing she’s not alone.

At BIH, we are here to support and empower mothers to advocate for themselves and their babies.

With flu and cold season here, remember to stay aware of these signs and if you’re unsure about your symptoms reach out ...
12/10/2025

With flu and cold season here, remember to stay aware of these signs and if you’re unsure about your symptoms reach out to your healthcare provider. Your health and your baby’s health are important.

Click the link below to learn more about symptoms and safe treatments:

https://blackinfanthealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/bih-flu-while-pregnant.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawNcrqRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsWjhIVFI4d3Q1Q25DU2VuAR5acwwbhlWd3sdOIYcXG8LzJIWNh9AGOGozYkFieAgvXMA5BXaqLzTVwQOHjA_aem_dVzJU9UE2C1RAAyYxkv9Rg

The Black Infant Health program uses an empowerment-focused group model that allows you to gain support from other pregn...
12/01/2025

The Black Infant Health program uses an empowerment-focused group model that allows you to gain support from other pregnant and mothering Black women in your community.

Open recruitment: In-person group sessions for prenatal and postpartum. New group sessions begin January 2026.

For more information call (559) 600-1021 or enroll today https://blackinfanthealth.org/enroll/

Address

142 E. César Chávez Boulevard
Fresno, CA
93706

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15596001021

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