March of Dimes

We’re celebrating Women’s History Month by honoring the incredible women who have led groundbreaking research into health, vaccines, treatments, and more to help moms and babies be healthy and strong. Get to know a few of the amazing women who power March of Dimes and made an impact to maternal and infant health, and who are making a difference in the lives of moms and babies. https://lnkd.in/dSp5HEus #WomensHistoryMonth

Introducing one of our Spring Greenhouse Cohort members, Kristin Introvigne! Kristin has dedicated 17 years to the March of Dimes, holding various roles throughout her career. She started at the Massachusetts Chapter office as a Community Director, focusing on building the board of directors and organizing successful fundraising events in Western Massachusetts. After a year in that position, she transitioned to Division Director, overseeing the Eastern, Central, and Western Massachusetts divisions. Following her experience in the field, Kristin moved into Operations, progressing from Operations Manager to ESS Director and then to Logistics Director. Currently, she serves as the Senior Director of Operations, collaborating closely with the Centralized Logistics team, Constituent Success, the Warehouse, the Data Entry Center, and General Operations. Before coming to the March of Dimes, Kristin gave her expertise to Easter Seals Massachusetts and Johnson Memorial Hospital. Kristin lives in Connecticut with her husband, Joe, and their two children, Megan and Joey. In her free time, she enjoys coaching her children in their various sports, reading, and baking. She is also actively involved in several local volunteer organizations, including the Stafford Basketball Board of Directors, and assisting Stafford Little League where needed. When she isn't at work, you can often find Kristin on the sidelines, coaching or cheering on her children. The March of Dimes Greenhouse Cohort provides employees with the incredible opportunity to nurture their talent and grow their skills to cultivate success. “I’m excited for this opportunity because it gives me a moment to pause, reflect, and truly focus on my development as a leader.” Kristin shared. Join us in celebrating Kristin’s journey in the Greenhouse program as she advances her leadership skills and continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of moms and babies.

We’re proud to stand alongside UNITED FOOD AND COMMERCIAL WORKERS INTERNATIONAL UNION as their 2025 Labor Partner Charity of Choice. The U.S. remains the most dangerous high-income nation for childbirth, but together, we can change that. Through fundraising, advocacy, and community engagement, we’re working to ensure every family—no matter where they live or work—has access to the care they need. UFCW members are a powerful force who have already raised $3M+ to support moms & babies! Learn more about our partnership: https://bit.ly/3FMIE7c #MarchofDimes #UFCW #LaborOfLove

In Lubbock, TX, a new mom unknowingly had measles when she gave birth, exposing other mothers, newborns, and hospital staff to one of the most contagious viruses in the world. This outbreak isn’t just a warning—it’s a wake-up call. Measles can spread through the air and linger for hours, putting the most vulnerable at risk. Vaccines protect our communities, our hospitals, and our tiniest, most fragile lives. If you're pregnant or planning to be, talk to your doctor about getting vaccinated. Protect yourself. Protect your baby. #MeaslesOutbreak NBC News

Do you know the signs and symptoms of heart disease throughout you pregnancy journey? In this episode of It Starts With Mom Live, host Lisa Schwartz, an actress, author, and a long-time content creator on Youtube who has shared her own heart health pregnancy experience with Postpartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM), is joined by experts Dr. Amanda Williams, M.D. OB-GYN, Interim Chief Medical Officer at March of Dimes, Juliana Crawford, Executive Vice President of Emerging Strategies at American Heart Association, and Dr. Kjersti Aagaard, M.D. Ph.D. MSCI is the Medical Director of HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, Texas Maternal Fetal Medicine and HCA Healthcare Research Institute. Watch It Starts With Mom Live at ItStartsWithMom.org #ItStartsWithMom #ItStartsWithMomLive This discussion is brought to you by It Starts With Mom and our partners HCA Healthcare, Clearblue, GoldBug, Philips Avent, and Sanofi.

Advocates in Kentucky came together yesterday at the state Capitol for their first ever March for Change!???? Supporters had the opportunity to speak directly with their local Senators and Representatives to discuss doula access, maternal mental health and accredited free-standing birthing centers. You too can become an advocate for moms and babies! Visit https://lnkd.in/g6bGxk3Y to get involved in a March for Change event in your community! #marchforchange

ICYMI ?? If you’re pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant, it's especially important to know about heart health. In this episode of It Starts With Mom Live, we discuss the importance of knowing the signs, symptoms, risk factors, and prevention of heart disease throughout you pregnancy journey. Our host Lisa Schwartz, an actress, author, and a long-time content creator on Youtube who has shared her own heart health pregnancy experience with Postpartum Cardiomyopathy (PPCM), is joined by experts Dr. Amanda Williams, M.D. OB-GYN, Interim Chief Medical Officer at March of Dimes, Juliana Crawford, Executive Vice President of Emerging Strategies at American Heart Association, and Dr. Kjersti Aagaard, M.D. Ph.D. MSCI is the Medical Director of HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division, Texas Maternal Fetal Medicine and HCA Healthcare Research Institute. Watch It Starts With Mom Live at ItStartsWithMom.org #ItStartsWithMom #ItStartsWithMomLive This discussion is brought to you by It Starts With Mom and our partners HCA Healthcare, Clearblue, GoldBug, Philips Avent, and Sanofi.

Thank you Nicole Heidger (Montgomery) for sharing your #MarchForChange experience, and to all of our advocates who joined us on Capitol Hill last week and who continue to join us around the country, in fighting for the health of all moms and babies. Take action and join March for Change in your state! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g6bGxk3Y

??Attention all nursing students! ?? March of Dimes and Pampers Professional have teamed up to offer six $10,000 nursing scholarships to recognize and promote excellence in nursing care of moms and babies. ??Scholarships being offered: ??2 Undergraduate Nursing students ??2 Graduate Nursing students ??2 Certified Midwives Interested applicants can visit https://lnkd.in/gmji4NxF to apply! The deadline is quickly approaching, please have your applications submitted by March 30th, 2025!

Yesterday, more than 30 advocates gathered at the Ohio Statehouse for March for Change, meeting with legislators to push for urgent action on the maternal and infant health crisis in Ohio. With the state ranking 43rd in infant mortality, we made it clear that change cannot wait. We championed the benefits that would result from critical investments in House Bill 96, including a refundable child tax credit of up to $1,000, increased funding for Help Me Grow, Infant Vitality supports, and WIC modernization. These measures will directly impact families and help save lives. Our advocates also voiced strong support for Senate Bill 84, which would establish September 19 as Stillbirth Prevention Day. Ohio loses 760 babies to stillbirth each year—more than the national average. This bill will raise awareness, expand resources for expecting mothers, and help prevent stillbirths. We are proud to stand up for Ohio’s mothers and babies. Together, we are driving local policy in communities across the country to ensure a future where every mom and baby has a healthy start.