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    Pregnant women should not eat swordfish, shark, king mackerel or tile fish, because they contain risky levels of mercury that could harm the developing fetus.

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    There is NO SAFE AMOUNT OF ALCOHOL you can drink while you are pregnant. Even one drink could harm your baby.

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    Babies born to mothers who do not receive prenatal care are three times more likely to have a low birth weight.

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We are a local nonprofit agency that is part of a national network of organizations and individuals committed to improving Hawai‘i’s maternal, child and family health through collaborative efforts in public education, advocacy and partner development. Before, during and after pregnancy, we are here every step of the way.

Healthy Start

Nothing is more important than a healthy start in life. Whether you’re pregnant, a new parent, or still considering having a baby, HMHB has resources and information available to help.

Download brochures to learn more about key issues, learn more about our Programs, or visit our Advocacy page to learn how you can help advocate for the health of Hawaii's mothers and babies. You can also search our online Directory to get connected with hundreds of maternal and child health resources throughout Hawaii. 

Pertussis Prevention Now Starts in Pregnancy

Read Full Article - Date: 04-06-2013

Researchers have found that when a source was identified, in up to 80% of infant pertussis cases, babies caught the disease from a family member, primarily a parent.

Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial disease that can be fatal for infants. 92% of deaths from pertussis occur in infants under 4 months of age and 63% of babies younger than 12 months of age who get pertussis end up in the hospital.

Smile! You’re Having a Baby

Read Full Article - Date: 03-06-2013

If you’re pregnant, you’re likely to be thinking a lot more about your growing belly than your teeth. But did you know that due to varying hormone levels, gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) affects 50 to 70 percent of pregnant women?

Bugaboo Recalls Strollers Due to Fall and Choking Hazards

Read Full Article - Date: 16-01-2013

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product.

Pertussis Prevention Now Starts in Pregnancy

Date: 04-06-2013

Researchers have found that when a source was identified, in up to 80% of infant pertussis cases, babies caught the disease from a family member, primarily a parent.

Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial disease that can be fatal for infants. 92% of deaths from pertussis occur in infants under 4 months of age and 63% of babies younger than 12 months of age who get pertussis end up in the hospital.

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Smile! You’re Having a Baby

Date: 03-06-2013

If you’re pregnant, you’re likely to be thinking a lot more about your growing belly than your teeth. But did you know that due to varying hormone levels, gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) affects 50 to 70 percent of pregnant women?

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It’s tough to break through the “noise”

Date: 03-05-2013

It’s tough to break through the “noise” and get people to pay attention. But with something really important that matters, like breastfeeding, it’s time to see people start having a real conversation about it. To take a good look at and realize, hey, this is what your body was meant to do; there’s nothing shameful or indecent about it.

So this month of May, in honor of Mothers Day, we are launching a Public Service Campaign to honor and normalize breastfeeding, in addition to commercials about healthy nutrition, crib safety, postpartum depression, and avoiding alcohol during pregnancy.

What’s really exciting is that we have not one, but two, nursing mothers on camera. How often, other than the progressive Luvs commercial, do you get to see something like that on TV? This is great stuff! Our greatest hope is that other people will think so as well – and if they don’t, well, start to come to terms with themselves on what breastfeeding is really all about: Healthy. Normal. Perfect. Nutrition.

Video: KHON2 News – April 29, 2013 and May 1, 2013

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A recent headline story brought attention to the need for more education about Hawaii’s Baby Safe Haven Law. This law protects parents who bring their unharmed child to a hospital, fire station or police station within 72 hours of giving birth. HMHB also discussed resources, including our free MothersCare Line: (888) 951-6661 and the importance of providing social and emotional support to pregnant women.

 

KHON2 News – April 26, 2013

Wake Up 2Day: “Keiki Talk” segment
Did you know a child from a low-income family hears 30 million fewer words before age 3? This creates disparities that last a lifetime. We shared the importance of incorporating language into everyday life for creating dialogue opportunities with baby. Tips: Just keep talking! Share what you’re doing and what’s going on around you. Your baby loves to hear your voice and will absorb what you’re saying.

KITV4 News – March 3, 2013

Topic: Breastfeeding in Public
When two breastfeeding mothers were told they could not breastfeed while shopping at the military commissary, HMHB took to the news to inform women about their right to breastfeed in public, and how women are protected by federal and state law to feed their babies, regardless of any factors.