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QUICK GUIDE ON CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY
Even if you are just driving around the corner, down the street, getting a ride from a friend, or in a Lyft or Uber, car seat safety is a...
Apr 25, 20241 min read
MIFEPRISTONE FOR MEDICAL TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY
What is Mifepristone? Mifepristone (MIF-e-PRIS-stone) is an FDA-approved drug that is used for medical termination of pregnancy up to 70...
Mar 27, 20242 min read

9 TRAILBLAZING BLACK WOMEN WHO SHAPED HISTORY - BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2024
Join us as we celebrate and spotlight remarkable Black women whose stories deserve greater recognition! #1 DR. REBECCA LEE CRUMPLER...
Jan 31, 20247 min read

HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION MONTH & CENTRAL VALLEY JUSTICE COALITION
In the month of January, we direct our attention to a critical issue - the prevention of human trafficking. Human trafficking is a crime...
Jan 19, 20242 min read


KICKSTART YOUR NEW YEAR WITH 3 HEALTHY HABITS
Happy New Year! As we welcome 2024, many of us set resolutions and goals, but maintaining them can be challenging. Prioritize your health...
Jan 16, 20242 min read


THE BENEFITS OF DOULA CARE - BACKED BY SCIENCE
Evidence shows that the type of support doulas provide can contribute to: Lowering unnecessary C-sections rates Delivering healthier...
Jan 4, 20246 min read


CARING FOR YOUR BABY IN THE NICU: QUICK TIPS!
About the video In this brief interview, BWPC's Ta-She-Ra Manning (Program Coordinator & Doula Trainee) opens up about her journey...
Nov 30, 20233 min read

PRETERM BIRTH AWARENESS & PREVENTION
WHAT IS PRETERM BIRTH? A full-term pregnancy lasts about 40-weeks. Babies born before 37 weeks of pregnancy (gestation) are considered...
Nov 7, 20231 min read


PREMATURITY AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION 2023
We joined with partners, First 5 Fresno Count y , to proclaim November Prematurity Awareness Month in the County of Fresno. Thank you to...
Nov 7, 20234 min read

TYPES OF DELIVERY - YOUR BABY IS ALMOST HERE!
Planning the delivery of your baby is an important element of your birth experience. Depending on your current and past pregnancies and...
Nov 1, 20231 min read

KEEP YOUR BABY HEALTHY & SAFE FROM COVID-19
Get Vaccinated If you are pregnant, you are more likely to get sick from COVID-19 COVID-19 vaccines reduce the risk of getting COVID-19...
Nov 1, 20231 min read

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS & TIPS FOR EARLY DETECTION
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, a reminder to prioritize our well-being and physical health, including our breasts. Get to know...
Oct 27, 20233 min read


THE BLACK DOULA TRAINING STARTS THE SECOND COHORT!
We are pleased to share that in September, 13 new doulas-to-be embarked on their journey to become full-spectrum community doulas!...
Oct 12, 20232 min read


FAMILY PLANNING -BIRTH CONTROL OPTIONS
You and your partner deserve information about family planning or reproductive planning options. Information and planning will help you...
Oct 10, 20231 min read


COVID-19 COMMUNITY AWARENESS WEBINAR
With COVID-19, Flu, and RSV cases rising, BWPC's African American Coalition team collaborated with Pastor B. T. Lewis to host a community...
Oct 10, 20231 min read

PREGNANCY & IMMUNIZATIONS
Vaccines, screenings, and immunizations are vital parts of pregnancy care: Pregnant women's resistance to infections lowers during...
Sep 29, 20231 min read


COVID-19 - MANAGING SYMPTOMS & PRECAUTIONS
Our immunity against COVID-19 has grown due to vaccination , earlier infection, or both. COVID-19 still spreads easily, and some people...
Sep 6, 20231 min read


PREGNANCY & COVID-19 VACCINES
The COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy can protect you from severe illness and complications that can affect your pregnancy and baby. The...
Sep 6, 20231 min read

BACK TO WORK OR SCHOOL? HERE’S YOUR QUICK GUIDE TO BREASTFEEDING SUCCESS
As a working or studying parent, there are unique challenges you will encounter when breastfeeding. Making the transition back to school...
Aug 29, 20233 min read

OPILL: A STEP TOWARDS MORE ACCESSIBLE CONTRACEPTION
Update: Since early 2024, Opill is available over the counter, online and at certain retailers in the U.S. Contraceptive Accessibility is...
Jul 27, 20233 min read
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