Consortium for Infant and Child Health (CINCH)

09/14/2026

BMHEAA IS COMING TOGETHER — IN PERSON!

We’re excited to announce that our October Mid-Year Meeting will be held IN PERSON!

This is more than a meeting — it’s an opportunity to connect, share, reflect, and shape what’s next for BMHEAA.

We’ll hear updates from our Action Teams, connect with fellow members, and come together for an interactive discussion about our current work and the future of Black maternal health in our community.

Your voice. Your ideas. Your action.

We can’t wait to see you in the room!

09/11/2026

📰 CINCH Weekly Roundup

This week, we’re looking at public health stories that connect the past, present and future of community health.

From a new CDC-supported study of children exposed to 9/11, to getting ready for respiratory virus season, understanding sickle cell and newborn screening, and a new $100 million investment aimed at reducing maternal mortality — there’s a lot to know.

Swipe through for the key takeaways and why these stories matter. ➡️



Sources:
CDC/NIOSH — 9/11 early-life exposure and the World Trade Center Youth Research effort.
Reuters — Children of 9/11 to finally get a major health study, September 10, 2026.
Virginia Department of Health — Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month and newborn screening resources.
CDC — Newborn Screening Data and Sickle Cell Disease.
Virginia Department of Health — 2026–27 respiratory virus vaccination recommendations.
Associated Press — Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies America pledges $100M to cut US maternal mortality rate in half, September 10, 2026.

09/01/2026

CINCH Weekly Roundup is back!

What do parents need to know about kids and screens? 📱
Why are more parents declining the newborn vitamin K shot? 💉
And what do the latest SNAP changes mean for families? 🛒

Plus, we’re taking a closer look at a major social media settlement involving Meta.

👉 Swipe through for the key facts, what’s changing, and what families should know.

Reuters — Meta’s $18 billion social media settlement
Associated Press — Social media companies and new child-safety measures
Reuters — Rising refusal of newborn vitamin K shots
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia — Vitamin K refusal and newborn health
USDA/Food and Nutrition Administration — SNAP eligibility and program changes
American Academy of Pediatrics — Children and digital media

08/24/2026

CINCH WEEKLY ROUNDUP 📰💙

This week, we’re highlighting important updates and resources for Virginia families—from listening to moms’ experiences to keeping children healthy as they head back to school.

Virginia Moms’ Experiences Matter:
Learn how Virginia is gathering information about women’s experiences before, during, and after pregnancy to help improve maternal health.

💉 Kindergarten Vaccine Coverage:
New national data show kindergarten vaccination rates continue to decline. We’re sharing why staying up to date matters for protecting children and communities.

🎒 Back-to-School Health Tips :
Five simple things parents can do to help their children start the school year healthy and ready to learn.

🍼 CINCH Corner: Milk Drive: We’re celebrating the incredible impact of our 6th Annual Breastfeeding Bash and our partnership with the King’s Daughters Milk Bank! Together, volunteer milk donors contributed 6,619 ounces of human milk to help support premature and medically fragile infants.

Swipe through for this week’s highlights, helpful tips, and community resources! 💙

Sources:
Virginia Department of Health — Maternal & Child Health / PRAMS
CDC — SchoolVaxView: Kindergarten Vaccination Coverage
Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters — King’s Daughters Milk Bank

08/13/2026

So grateful to celebrate breastfeeding, families, and community with our amazing partners! 💛 Thank you, Minus 9 to 5, for joining us at the Bash and helping connect families to valuable resources. Together, we’re building a stronger, healthier community!

08/13/2026

📰 CINCH Weekly Roundup: Stay Informed, Stay Connected

This week, we’re highlighting important news, research, and resources for families and our community:

🦠 Measles: The U.S. has reported more than 2,400 confirmed measles cases so far in 2026. Learn what parents can do to help protect their children.
💉 Flu Vaccines: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends annual flu vaccination for children 6 months and older, unless they have a medical reason not to receive it.
💜 VDH Maternal Health: Explore Virginia’s maternal and child health data and resources for pregnancy, birth, postpartum care, and more.
🤰🏾 ODU Doula Research: Old Dominion University researchers are examining the experiences, challenges, and roles of doulas in Hampton Roads maternal and child health.

📲 Swipe through for the details, and share this roundup with a parent, caregiver, or community member!

Sources & Resources:
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — Measles Cases & Outbreaks: CDC Measles Data
• American Academy of Pediatrics — Influenza Recommendations: AAP Influenza Guidance
• Virginia Department of Health — Maternal & Child Health Data: VDH Maternal & Child Health Data
• Old Dominion University — The Faces of Birth: ODU Doula Research

08/12/2026

08/06/2026

The annual Breastfeeding Bash, hosted by 757Breastfeeds, returns this Saturday, August 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Old Dominion University's Webb Student Center and Kaufman Mall. The whole family is invited for activities, giveaways, food and community resources. RSVP to be entered into a gift basket raffle and for a chance to win a $100 gift card.

Learn more: bit.ly/4pXiqC1

08/05/2026

🩵 It's National Breastfeeding Month, and our latest CINCH Weekly Round-Up is here!

This special edition highlights why breastfeeding matters, shares evidence-based tips for families, spotlights innovative breastfeeding technology, and features local resources—including our upcoming Bash.

Whether you're a parent, healthcare provider, community partner, or advocate, there's something for everyone.

Together, we can build communities where every family has the support they need to reach their infant feeding goals. 🤱🌿

07/22/2026

📬 Fresh off the press! 💙

Our CINCH Connect Newsletter: Special Edition is here! ✨

Catch the latest community updates, breastfeeding resources, upcoming events, and ways to get involved.

🔗 Visit CINCHCoalition.org and check out our newest newsletter today!




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