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:

October 8, 2026

from 8:30am-10:00am

Southern Nevada MCH Meeting

Next meeting is:

September 8th, 2026

October 13, 2026

from 8:30am-10:00am

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Upcoming Events & Trainings

Thank you to our Pre-Historic Heroes (Sponsors):

Stomping out some major gratitude for these prehistoric heroes today! We truly appreciate your support in unearthing the future of Maternal and Child Health for Nevada Families. We couldn't do it without you! 🌟

Walk to End Alzheimer's

This year, our team is participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's, an event that hits close to home for our mission to serve the health needs of our neighbors. We invite you to join us! Whether you walk with us or donate to our team, your participation supports vital research and care for those living with dementia. Thank you for your support!

October 17, 2026

Town Square

Monthly Observances

NICU Awareness Month

September is NICU Awareness Month, dedicated to honoring neonatal intensive care unit families, celebrating healthcare professionals, and raising support for premature and critically ill infants.

This special month is to acknowledge the challenges NICU patients and families face and providing them with the support and resources they need.

#NICUAwareness #NICUWarrior #NICUMiracle

Important Updates & Resources

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:

September 18th 10am-11am

October 14th 10am-11am

November 13 10am-11am

December 9 10am-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.

2nd Wednesdays of the Month

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.

Visit NV Breastfeeds Website

Visit Nevada Breastfeeding Coalition Website

Breastfeeding Support Through WIC

MCH Initiatives

Learn More Here

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 Human Services through Grant Number 6 B04MC45529 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.