Losing a child in their first year of life is a tragedy no parent should have to face. Education, prenatal care and holistic solutions are needed to ensure all babies celebrate their 1st birthday. On behalf of our clients and vendors, B
Losing a child in their first year of life is a tragedy no parent should have to face. Education, prenatal care and holistic solutions are needed to ensure all babies celebrate their 1st birthday. On behalf of our clients and vendors, B&Y is donating to Healthier Moms and Babies to support the education and assistance they offer at-risk, low-income mothers and families in our community.
What’s infant mortality?
Infant mortality is considered the death of a child under one year of age for any reason. The infant mortality rate is an important indicator of overall community health as it’s affected by poverty, education and societal structures. The U.S. infant mortality rate is consistently higher than other developed countries. Unquestionable disparities exist as African American families suffering this loss significantly more than any other race in the U.S. Due to structural i