Our Focus Areas
The Every Birth Network collaborates to improve infant and maternal health outcomes in key areas as identified in the Allen County Infant Mortality Report.
Maternal
Mental Health
Feelings of sadness, anxiety and general overwhelm are normal during and after pregnancy—and we’re on a mission to make sure every person knows before they experience it. Mental health-related deaths are the leading cause of maternal mortality in Indiana. That’s why the Every Birth Network focuses on creating tools, resources and opportunities for families to open a dialogue about their mental health with medical professionals or others involved in their care.
Safe Sleep
Education
Every family must navigate a new world of sleep when they welcome a baby, and safety is one of the most important factors to consider. Most sleep-related infant deaths are preventable, so the Every Birth Network focuses on helping families feel confident in and remove barriers to putting their infant to sleep safely.
Preterm Labor Awareness
Labor that begins before 37 weeks of pregnancy can lead to serious health risks for both baby and parent, but knowing the signs can make all the difference. The Every Birth Network focuses on helping families recognize early warning signs and understand when and how to speak up, so they can get care quickly when something doesn’t feel right.
Count the Kicks Education
Tracking fetal movement is a simple, proven way to monitor a baby’s well-being during the third trimester. The Every Birth Network focuses on educating families about how, and why, to count kicks daily, building habits that empower parents to notice changes and advocate for timely care. Tracking fetal movement is a simple, proven way to monitor a baby’s well-being during the third trimester. The Every Birth Network focuses on educating families about how, and why, to count kicks daily, building habits that empower parents to notice changes and advocate for timely care.