Nebraska Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative - NPQIC

12/29/2025

MilkWorks is launching a paid IBCLC Fellowship designed to increase opportunities for candidates pursuing International Board Certified Lactation Consultant certification to earn clinical hours providing breastfeeding education or care through Pathway/Option 1 (read details here: https://bit.ly/4pTGqoY) The fellow will work full time at our Omaha community breastfeeding center, earning required clinical hours in a setting approved as a Recognized Breastfeeding Support Organization by the IBLCE. Upon successful completion of the fellowship and eligibility to sit for the IBCLC exam, the fellow will transition into employment as a MilkWorks IBCLC.

To learn more about the position and how to apply, please visit: https://milkworks.org/ibclc-fellowship-omaha/ibclc-fellowship-omaha.html

12/18/2025

As we prepare for the January 2026 issue to launch tomorrow, here is a look back at the featured articles from the December 2025 issue.

Many of these are available for free at GreenJournal.org -- visit today!

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12/10/2025

Save the date, our first webinar of 2026 has officially been scheduled! This event is free and open to all, join our membership to register: https://stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QmVtGvnETQEJ3o?jfefe=new

12/09/2025

We are hosting focus groups with Omaha Pathways Community HUB to better understand the real experiences of birthing people in Omaha. We’d love to hear from you!

To participate, you must:
✨Be 19 or older
✨Identify as a Black birthing person OR be enrolled in Medicaid
✨Have had pregnancy-related experiences within the last two years

Selected participants will receive $125 for completing a short pre-group survey and joining a 90-minute focus group.

Your story can really help improve care in our community, so go ahead and apply! 🙌🏾

Learn more and apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSff9BJMO2ZxHUzK2IaErZfXIh_lF-asMtJFVGbHwpin0BFG0A/viewform

11/22/2025

In the United States, su***de and accidental overdose are leading causes of maternal mortality, and women and those with the capacity for pregnancy are most at risk for developing a substance use disorder during their reproductive years.

Substance use during the perinatal period is much more common than many of us realize, but many maternal & child health professionals feel uncomfortable and ill-equipped in knowing how to support a pregnant or parenting client who is struggling with substance use.

You can make a difference.

Attend PSI's virtual Perinatal Substance Use Disorders training on December 8, 2025 and become equipped with the data, knowledge, and skill set to recognize and effectively respond to substance use concerns during pregnancy, early parenthood, and with the birthing parent/child dyad.

🔗 Register now: https://loom.ly/d6kXwM0

11/19/2025

He encourages donors to support patients in need of life-saving transfusions, as well as contribute to the 'We Give Blood' campaign.

11/06/2025

Check out the website for more information: https://www.unmc.edu/cce/clinicmed/upcoming/emsc/index.html

11/06/2025

MilkWorks is proud to partner with the Mothers' Milk Bank. We serve as a donation and outreach center (also known as a milk depot) in Lincoln and Omaha!

When an interested mother is approved to donate her excess milk, MilkWorks accepts the donated milk and safely transports it to the Denver Milk Bank for pasteurization. Approved donors can drop off their milk during open hours at either one of our locations.

More information on how to become a donor can be found here: https://milkworks.org/file_download/inline/64672d57-57f1-4aae-843c-5b1147f0b85e

10/24/2025

It was an honor to host Annie Sterle, Dr. Beth Elfstrand, and Rebecca Rizzio at our NPQIC Summit in September. An amazing story and documentary!

When care teams witness stories like this together, it can change everything — for both patients and providers.

Book a screening or learn more at 24dayswithoutyou.com.

10/24/2025

“Our membership was deeply impacted… and will deliver better care.” – Ann Anderson Berry, MD, PhD.

So grateful for leaders in the healthcare space recognizing the importance of patient stories in improving care. And honored that 24 Days Without You get to be a part of this important work.

10/24/2025

Our 10th Annual Summit Executive Summary is here! Dive into key takeaways on obstetric hemorrhage, perinatal mental health and trauma, substance use, syphilis, and patient-centered care—plus our recommendations for advancing excellence in perinatal care across Nebraska. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gqaG8Y7a