Stay in the know with the Nevada Statewide Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Coalition. Meet new members of the committees. Learn about the new programs and events that MCH is involved with. Stay connected with what's important.

Upcoming Coalition Meetings

Northern Nevada MCH Meeting

Next meeting is: January 8th, 2026 from 8:30am-10:00am

Southern Nevada MCH Meeting

Next meeting: February 10th, 2026 from 8:30am-10:00am

Upcoming Events & Trainings

Admission: FREE for everyone!

Bring the whole family for a magical night featuring:

– Reindeer games for kids of all ages

– Rock walls to climb and conquer

– A real live camel (yes, really!)

– Community fun with Metro Police and local partners

– A FREE Christmas tree for the first 500 families!


Liberty Baptist Church

6501 West Lake Mead BLVD, 89108

Las Vegas, NV

Monthly Observances

Christmas: December 25th, 2025


Hanukkah: Dec 14, 2025 – Mon, Dec 22, 2025


Kwanzaa: Dec 26, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026

National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is a national awareness week focused on highlighting the importance of influenza vaccination. From December 1-5, 2025, we will observe National Influenza Vaccination Week, a reminder for everyone 6 months and older that there’s still time to get a flu vaccine this season.

Important Updates & Resources

IMPORTANT UPDATE TO NEVADA MANAGED CARE PLANS

Perinatal Mental Health Trainings for All

Cribs 4 Kids Parent Safe Sleep Workshop

Perinatal Mental Health Disorders, including postpartum depression, are the most common medical complication associated with pregnancy and childbirth. PMHDs present a widespread public health problem that may have serious consequences for mothers, infants, and families. Join us for one of our trainings if you'd like to learn more!


Please click the date below to register for a training.

Upcoming sessions:

December 10th 10-11am

January 9th 10-11am

February 11th 10-11am

March 13th 10-11am

For larger group training sessions, please email Kairirenae.pangelinan@commonspirit.org.

Please contact us if you do not have a safe sleep environment prepared for your child. You may also sign up for a scheduled safe sleep workshop below. 

Become a Cribs 4 Kids Partner: If you are an organization and would like to provide cribs to your clients, please contact Kairi at Kairirenae.Pangelinan@commonspirit.org.

Breastfeeding Support
Learn about breastfeeding before the baby arrives! There are many health benefits of breastfeeding for both you and baby, and resources you may want to familiarize yourself with before giving birth.
Northern Nevada Postpartum Support & Therapists
Call for More Information

Free community classes in Southern Nevada

Dignity Health Community Outreach is offering online and in-person fitness, wellness, and children's classes.

  • Thrive Wellness of Reno - 775-525-8103
  • Megan Kornbluth - 530-580-8848
  • Quest Counseling - 775-786-6880
  • Amber Creek - 775-575-2144
  • Desert Bloom Wellness - Caitlyn Wallace - 775-453-4149
  • Free Birthing Center Tours
  • STEM Starts
  • Sing & Sign: Food Time 
  • Mommy Care Club
  • Zumbini
  • Baby Basics

MCH Initiatives

Nevada 2-1-1: Locate resources and services statewide


Go Before You Show: Prenatal campaign to ensure a safe and healthy pregnancy


Sober Moms, Healthy Babies: Receive top priority admission at state-funded substance abuse treatment centers.


Tobacco Quitline: Free, convenient, safe, and secure way to quit smoking.


Count the Kicks: Easy, free, and reliable way for expectant parents to monitor their baby’s well-being in the third trimester in addition to regular prenatal visits


Safe Sleep: The Safe Sleep program ensures that every baby living in Nevada has a safe sleep environment.

Funding was supported by the Nevada State Department of Health and Human Services through Grant Number 6 B04MC52938 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and State General Fund. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Department nor HRSA.