The provision of maternal and child health services to Black pregnant and parenting women (18 years and older), their infants from birth to 12 months, and their families within Sacramento County for the Black Infant Health (BIH) Program. PROGRAM GOALS • Improve infant and maternal health of Black Birthing People by promoting health knowledge and healthy behaviors. • Increase the ability of Black Birthing People to develop effective stress reduction strategies. • Decrease Black-White health disparities and social inequities for Black Birthing People and infants. • Empower Black Birthing People and build resiliency. • Promote social support and healthy relationships. • Connect Black Birthing People with services. • Engage the community to support Black Birthing families’ health and well-being with education and outreach efforts.
