Each year in the U.S., 1 in 10 babies is born too soon.

Behind every number is a real family — a mom, a baby, a story of courage and hope. This Prematurity Awareness Month, help us give every baby the best possible start. marchofdimes.org/donate

Despite its prevalence & danger, preeclampsia remains an enigma among scientists. But our March of Dimes Discovery Research Grant winner Dr. Wendy Kuohung, who is this month's MODCAST guest, is hoping to change that. Get the full story: #episode29episode29" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://marchofdimes.org/our-work/research/podcast#episode29

Over 20,000 pregnancies end in stillbirth each year, but we know that 25% of them can be prevented.
Emily Price, CEO of Count the Kicks, shares her story to increase awareness about the prevention of stillbirth.

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Join March of Dimes for a 2-Part Learning Series on Pregnancy & Infant Loss 💜

To register FREE: https://ow.ly/fN2I50XbnJB

This series is free and open to all. Whether you’re a provider, advocate, or supporter, we invite you to learn, reflect, and help us ignite impact—together.

Join us on 10/14 for our webinar: 9 Losses 1 Mission: A Journey of Reproductive Justice Through a Mother’s Lens; An interactive case study following an intimate pregnancy journey after nine losses.
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🎉 10 YEARS STRONG! 🎉

Thank you to the amazing Publix associates and customers who make this impact possible year after year, powering our mission for moms and babies everywhere.

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Thank you AAMCtoday for hosting our leadership at your cbcfinc #ALC54 bringing together health policy leaders from across the US. Its vital the health community joins together to promote science based best practices in medicine to ensure moms and babies have the best start to life.

Last chance to make a difference for NICU families before NICU Awareness Month ends! For a few more hours, every gift will be triple-matched. Donate today: https://www.marchofdimes.org/donate-now

Help March of Dimes help others in the NICU. Share using #TheMoment💜 and tag @marchofdimes. #NICUAwareness #NICU #NICUbaby #NICUmom

Photo by @itsanicuworld, CRNP, NICU mom, and advocate

Each year, more than 20,000 pregnancies end in #stillbirth in the U.S. a devastating crisis that too often goes unseen.

On National Stillbirth Prevention & Awareness Day, join us in raising awareness, supporting families, and driving change.
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Born at 23 weeks & just over 1 lb, Julia spent 6 months in the NICU fighting for every milestone. 💜 Thanks to dedicated nurses & March of Dimes NICU Family Support®, today she’s thriving. This #NICUAwarenessMonth, your gift goes 3X as far: marchofdimes.org/donate-now

Thrilled to join the 2025 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)! Federal employees & retirees can find us under code #11408. Learn more: lnkd.in/gHZZ5NwT
#GiveCFC #CFC

Help other moms on their motherhood journey. Share using #TheMoment💜 and tag @marchofdimes.

🎬 Photo by @jennnx0, mom of two under two

#newmom #pregnancy #birth #momlife

Will you join us to make this #GivingDay count? Join March of Dimes this Giving Day to support families facing urgent challenges—from rising rates of maternal and infant death and preterm birth to racial disparities and limited access to care. 💜 marchofdimes.org/donate-now

Will you help us make this a record-breaking Giving Day?

The U.S is facing a maternal and infant health crisis. By supporting March of Dimes Giving Day you’re helping to fund life saving research, programs and advocacy for healthy moms & strong babies. Learn more: marchofdimes.org/donate-now

Medicaid covers over 41% of U.S. births, but new federal cuts are forcing states to decide whether and how to fund care. Our SVP Stacey Brayboy spoke with @cbsmornings.bsky.social on the immediate impact & the lives at risk. "This is not political. This is personal." #MaternalHealth #MedicaidCuts

Emergencies and disasters can strike quickly and without warning. Here is the information your need to know, and how you and your loved ones can help prepare. Get more resources at marchofdimes.org/find-support/disaster-preparedness

As soon as tomorrow, the Senate could be taking an initial vote on proposed cuts to Medicaid. These cuts could cause at least 8.6 million individuals to lose the healthcare coverage they depend on.

After celebrating Father's Day, we recognize International Father's Mental Health Day. Keeping dads and their partners healthy helps ensure all families get the best possible start. We’re here with resources to help prepare you to become a dad: marchofdimes.org/fathersday

#FathersDay #MentalHealth

Big congratulations to @repjenkiggans.bsky.social on becoming the new Co-Chair of the Maternity Care Caucus! A dedicated champion for maternal and infant health, including our PREEMIE Reauthorization Act (S.1562/H.R.1197), we’re proud to continue this important work together. 💜

Thank you, Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester, for meeting with the March of Dimes team to discuss how we can continue to partner on advancing maternal and infant health policies at a time when many key programs are being put at risk, with direct impacts to the health of our moms and babies.

Through our Innovation Fund, March of Dimes invests in early-stage companies like Novocuff that are working to solve the most urgent maternal and infant health challenges. marchofdimes.org/innovationfund #InnovationFund #Research #FathersDay

From LA to WI to AZ, magical #MarchforBabies moments lit up communities nationwide. 💜 There’s still time to give—support a team near you: marchforbabies.org

One of the nation's most prominent scientists, Dr. Diana Bianchi, the former Director of the NICHD at the NIH is on MODCAST. From prenatal testing to detect maternal cancer, to improving outcomes for babies with Down syndrome—don't miss this episode. 🔗Tune in: marchofdimes.org/modcast

What does every expecting mom need to know? In the US, about 1 in 25 pregnancies are affected by preeclampsia. If you're pregnant or thinking about it, ask your healthcare provider to screen for your risk if low dose aspirin is right for you. marchofdimes.org/lowdoseaspirin #ItStartsWithMom