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04/17/2026

As we wrap up , Black mamas deserve deserve boundless joy, deep rest, steady love, to be seen, gentle days, strong support, peace that lasts, room to breathe, joy, creativity, respect, community, freedom, and celebration and affirmation of their strenght, resilience, brilliance, and humanity. Thank you to everyone who came out this week to support, celebrate, and center Black Maternal Health Week!

¿Cómo funcionan las visitas domiciliarias de Family Connects Oregon? No tienes que preparar la pañalera; ni siquiera ten...
04/17/2026

¿Cómo funcionan las visitas domiciliarias de Family Connects Oregon? No tienes que preparar la pañalera; ni siquiera tendrás que salir de casa. Una enfermera irá a tu casa para ver cómo están el recién nacido, los padres, cuidadores, y la familia completa.

Más información en www.familyconnectsoregon.org/parents-caregivers

How do Family Connects Oregon home visits work? You don’t have to prepare the diaper bag; you won’t even have to leave y...
04/17/2026

How do Family Connects Oregon home visits work? You don’t have to prepare the diaper bag; you won’t even have to leave your house. A nurse will come to you and check in on the newborn, parents and caregivers, and extended family.

Learn more at www.familyconnectsoregon.org/parents-caregivers

04/16/2026

What do Black Mamas Deserve? (Tell us your thoughts in the comments!)
Join and Oregon Family & Child Health in celebrating the 9th annual Black Maternal Health Week, founded and led by . is a week of awareness, healing, and celebration as we honor the movement and envision a future Rooted in Justice and Joy.

04/16/2026

What do you think Black Mamas Deserve? in partnership with Oregon FCH celebrate the 9th annual Black Maternal Health Week. Founded and led by is a week of awareness, healing, and celebration as we honor the movement and envision a future Rooted in Justice and Joy.

04/15/2026

Black Mamas deserve more than survival; they deserve joy and liberation. This , we’re uplifting Black-led care, healing, and systems change. Join the movement for Black Maternal Health equity by sharing below what you think Black Mamas deserve!

No tiene costo para las familias. Las visitas de Family Connects Oregon están cubiertas por la mayoría de los seguros mé...
04/15/2026

No tiene costo para las familias. Las visitas de Family Connects Oregon están cubiertas por la mayoría de los seguros médicos, lo que signifi ca que se le cobrara a tu compañía de seguros, no a ti. Es posible que recibas una carta de "explicación de beneficios" de tu compañía de seguros, pero no es una factura y no tienes que pagar nada.

Si no tienes seguro médico, este servicio no se te cobrara.

Consulta más respuestas a preguntas frecuentes en www.familyconnectsoregon.org/parents-caregivers

There is no cost to families. Family Connects Oregon visits are covered by most insurance, meaning your insurance compan...
04/15/2026

There is no cost to families. Family Connects Oregon visits are covered by most insurance, meaning your insurance company will be billed, not you. You may receive an “explanation of benefits” letter from your insurance company, but this is not a bill, and you do not need to pay for anything.

If you have no insurance, you still will not be billed for this service.

See more answers to frequently asked questions at www.familyconnectsoregon.org/parents-caregivers

Celebrate Black Maternal Health Week with us THIS WEEK! Register now at https://PUSH-Portland.eventbrite.com We’re honor...
04/13/2026

Celebrate Black Maternal Health Week with us THIS WEEK! Register now at https://PUSH-Portland.eventbrite.com
We’re honored to uplift Black Maternal Health Week 2026 by partnering with Black Futures for Perinatal Health and Beirut Wedding: World Theatre Project for PUSH: Black Mamas Changing the Culture of Birth. This 45 minute theatrical collage brings forward the lived experiences of Black doulas, midwives, public health professionals, birthing people, and community healers. Through humor, truth-telling, and powerful storytelling, PUSH examines the impacts of systemic racism in maternal health—and celebrates the joy and resilience of Black mothers and families.

This production is made possible through funding from three OHA Employee Resources Groups (Black, African, and African A...
04/10/2026

This production is made possible through funding from three OHA Employee Resources Groups (Black, African, and African American ERG; Healthy Families ERG; and the People of Color ERG), Oregon Family and Child Health, and the Office of the State Public Health Director.
By blending storytelling, lived experiences, and advocacy, the theatrical collage will serve as both an artistic expression and a call to action for equitable maternal health care. Register here for FREE
https://PUSH-Portland.eventbrite.com

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