Doula Trainings

Regional Doula Continuing Education addressing cardiac conditions and trauma informed care were lead by Drs. Connie Graves, Lynlee Wolfe, and Danielle Tate. To view the training and resources, see our website.

Regional Community Resource Council

Join TIPQC as we continue to uplift our community organizations through ezine spotlights, podcasts, and connections with our hospital partners while addressing the resource needs of patients. The recent regional CRC meetings were informative and inspiring. For more information or email Anastacia.volz@TIPQC.org.

REGIONAL OUD/SUD Trainings: Comprehensive Care for Pregnant Women with SUD and Caring for Opioid Exposed Newborns Training

TIPQC’s Regional Trainings were held in each perinatal region, led by Drs. Jessica Young, Anna Morad and Julia Wood with 97 participants representing 52 hospitals and organizations. Attendees shared positive feedback, with one participant noting, "Loved the OUD information being paired with maternal mental health education." Another remarked, "I appreciated that resources were included in the materials provided. So helpful!" These resources are also available on our website.

Hospital Site Visits

Ongoing site visit opportunities are available to discuss hospital Severe Maternal Morbidity (SMM), resources, and opportunities available. August site visits were to Methodist LeBonheur Germantown, St. Francis Hospital, Baptist Memorial Tipton, West Tennessee Dyersburg, Jackson Madison County General Hospital, TriStar Northcrest Medical Center, Highpoint Health Sumner, TriStar Hendersonville, Bristol Regional Medical Center, Johnson City Medical Center, Niswonger Children's Hospital, Greeneville Community Hospital, Indian Path Community Hospital, and Franklin Woods Community Hospital. Contact Tanika.Edwards@TIPQC.org to schedule.

Respectful Care Breakfast

As a part of the BEST for All project, a Respectful Care Breakfast was held on August 20 at Hardin Medical Center. More are on the way!

Community Resource Spotlight

TN Voices is committed to supporting pregnant and postpartum mothers through a Maternal Health grant, which offers no-cost professional psychotherapy. There are no income requirements, and services are available in person in Middle and West Tennessee, or virtually across the state. To learn more or request services.

The TN Maternal Workforce Solutions project is designed to enhance the capacity of the maternal healthcare workforce through specialized training and comprehensive support initiatives. The program provides resources to ensure maternal health professionals are equipped with the latest knowledge and best practices in resilience, stress management, and burnout prevention. There will be training opportunities, reflective communities, technical assistance, and case consultation. Rachel.Hanson@centerstone.org

News You Can Use

New Article: Access to hospital-based obstetric care services is declining in the United States, especially in rural areas. Living in a maternal care desert was associated with a 36% and 26% higher risk for maternal and pregnancy-related mortality, respectively.

September Health Observances

September is Sepsis & NICU Awareness Month

13th-19th- Neonatal Nurses Week

19- National Stillbirth Prevention and Awareness Day

SMM Webinar

Join us for our third SMM Webinar on Wednesday, September 24th at 12PM CT.
Registration

AIM Data Center Closure

Learn how to capture your AIM data before it is gone!
Wednesday, September 17 at Noon CT/1 ET.
Registration

Irth's Birth Without Bias Partner Webinar

Join us to learn more about how Irth collaborates with hospitals, health systems, and community organizations to improve experiences for all!
Tuesday, September 30,
2 PM CT/ 3 PM ET
Register

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