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Before Birth & Beyond: Improving Care in MCH
We are the National Institute for Children’s Health Quality (NICHQ), an equity-focused organization boldly leading improvements in maternal and child health by addressing inequities and other complex issues facing families. Our podcast is a series of episodes focused on pressing issues in maternal and child health through the lens of shared learning, action, and impact. NICHQ’s network of experts and innovative project work at the intersection of quality improvement and health equity will equip public health professionals and providers alike with new tools, resources, and connections to improve their public health practices.
Podcasting since 2023 • 14 episodes
Before Birth & Beyond: Improving Care in MCH
Latest Episodes
S2 E5: Advancing Mental Health Support, Access to Treatment, and Care for People Living with Sickle Cell Disease
S2, E5 Show NotesEPISODE 5 SUMMARY: On this edition of Before Birth & Beyond we’re joined by Clayton Andrews, LAPC, a sickle cell warrior and mental health clinician and owner of Andrews Counseling and Family Resource C...
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S2 E4: Benefits of Care Mapping for Providers, Caregivers, and Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs
S2, E3 Show NotesEPISODE 3 SUMMARY: On this edition of Before Birth and Beyond, we discuss Care mapping and other strategies and tools to support the transition from pediatric to adult care for children and youth with speci...
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S2 E3: Empowering Black and Brown Women to Share their Experiences of Care
S2, E3 Show NotesEPISODE 3 SUMMARY: Recognize National Minority Health Month with NICHQ! This year's theme is: Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections. T...
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S2 E2: Doula Care Improves Birth Outcomes, Patient Family Engagement
S2, E2 Show NotesEPISODE 1 SUMMARY: In this episode of Before Birth & Beyond, celebrate World Doula Week with NICHQ as we discuss the ways doula support improves maternal and child health outcomes and patient and family...
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S2 E1: Celebrating Black History Month, NICHQ Equity Events + Black-Led Maternal and Child Health Organizations
EPISODE 1 SUMMARY: In this episode of Before Birth & Beyond, celebrate Black History Month with NICHQ as we recognize the contributions of Black health practitioners from an equity-focused organization focused on training Black women...
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