Upcoming Events
Opportunities to learn more about Count the Kicks and our organization’s work to improve birth outcomes, reduce racial disparities, and save babies in the U.S.
Iowa Cubs Birthday Event
Thursday, August 29
Join us for our 15th birthday celebration on Thursday, August 29 at Principal Park. Healthy Birth Day is hosting a tailgate starting at 5:00pm in the parking lot with some free snacks and fun for the whole family. Then we'll move into the grandstand and cheer on the Iowa Cubs as they take on the Memphis Redbirds. Tickets are $20 each and all proceeds go towards our mission to save babies from preventable stillbirth. Wear your favorite Count the Kicks t-shirt and join us in our own section. Click the button below to purchase your tickets and visit rayguncustom.com/collections/shopcountthekicks to purchase a t-shirt. For more information contact Colleen Dougherty at dougherty.colleen@healthybirthday.org.
Purchase TicketsNational Stillbirth Prevention Day
Thursday, September 19
National Stillbirth Prevention Day was first recognized by Congress on Sept. 19, 2022. This day of awareness honors the tens of thousands of American families who lose a baby to stillbirth every year. The resolution asks Congress to resolve to do all it can to prevent the tragedy of stillbirth from happening to more families. National Stillbirth Prevention Day is an opportunity to increase public awareness about the more than 21,000 babies who are stillborn in the U.S. every year, to promote stillbirth research and prevention, and to provide community to the many Americans who have experienced stillbirth.
Learn More9th Annual Lydie's Loop
Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22nd
Join Lydie's Loop to honor all babies gone too soon and take the steps they'll never take. Named after Lydia Welliver, who was suddenly stillborn in 2014 at 34 weeks gestation. The Wellivers are not alone; more than 21,000 babies are stillborn each year in the United States. Many pregnancies, like Lydie's, were otherwise healthy. Prevention methods and education are desperately needed. On Saturday, September 21st in Columbus or on Sunday, September 22nd in Akron, please join us to celebrate the lives of babies gone too soon. You can also participate virtually from anywhere, or just support by making a donation! All proceeds benefit Count the Kicks.
Register or DonateIowa Maternal Health Symposium: Empowering Conversations & Proven Maternal Health Solutions
Wednesday, November 6
“The Iowa Maternal Health Symposium: Empowering Conversations & Proven Maternal Health Solutions,” presented by Wellpoint, is a premier virtual event dedicated to addressing the unique challenges and opportunities available when it comes to providing maternal health within rural communities. The Nov. 6, 2024, event will bring together Iowa healthcare providers, policymakers, researchers, community leaders, and advocates, to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions aimed at improving maternal and infant health outcomes in rural areas. New this year are the Ignite Sessions, a captivating opportunity to spotlight organizations significantly impacting maternal health in rural areas. This portion of the day aims to showcase innovative programs, share success stories, and inspire collaboration among attendees committed to improving health outcomes for mothers and babies in rural communities. This year’s agenda, plus a list of speakers sessions will be released in the coming weeks. Registration is open and available through Des Moines University.
Register NowAnnual Changemakers Luncheon
SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
For sponsorship opportunities please contact Colleen Dougherty at dougherty.colleen@healthybirthday.org.
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