Prioritizing Women’s Health: Caring for Mind and Body During National Women’s Health Week 2025
This week, from May 11–17, the Virginia Neonatal Perinatal Collaborative (VNPC) is joining the nation in celebrating National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) 2025! Organized and led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human [...]
Breaking Down Barriers, Building Connections: Highlights from VNPC’s 6th Annual Day of Learning
On April 24, 2025, nearly 100 dedicated attendees, speakers, and vendors from across Virginia gathered in Richmond for the 6th Annual Day of Learning, hosted by the Virginia Neonatal Perinatal Collaborative (VNPC). This event was [...]
Spring 2025 VNPC Community Fund Recipients
Meet the inspiring recipients of the Spring 2025 Round of the VNPC Community Fund. This group of community leaders and organizations inspired us with their dedication to supporting maternal and infant health across Virginia. From [...]
Black Maternal Health Week 2025: Healing Legacies Through Collaborative Action in Virginia
Did you know April 11th marks the beginning of Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW) 2025? BMHW serves to elevate the voices and experiences of Black pregnant and parenting women, families, and communities. The 2025 theme, [...]
Influential Figures in Maternal and Infant Health
March is Women’s History Month, and what better way to celebrate than by shining a spotlight on some incredible female trailblazers in maternal and infant health? Get ready to be inspired as we introduce you [...]
Virginia Celebrates Maternal Health Awareness Day with a Special Proclamation
Richmond, VA - On January 23, 2025, maternal health professionals, advocates, and community members came together for the Maternal Health Awareness Day Welcome Breakfast in Richmond, Virginia. Hosted at the Patrick Henry Building, this event [...]
Pregnant and postpartum women in Virginia are eligible for health coverage under Virginia’s Medicaid Program, CardinalCare
Access to comprehensive healthcare is crucial for expectant and new mothers, and Virginia’s Cardinal Care program ensures eligible Virginia residents receive coverage throughout pregnancy and for 12 months postpartum. This extended coverage applies to pregnant [...]
Gov. Glenn Youngkin unveils new initiatives to improve maternal health outcomes
RICHMOND, VA - On December 17th, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced several new initiatives aimed at improving maternal health outcomes, with a focus on enhancing care for mothers and infants. A key part of these efforts [...]
2024 Recipients of the VNPC Community Fund
The VNPC is pleased to announce the 2024 Recipients of the VNPC Community Fund! The VNPC Community Fund awards grants of up to $2,500 to support innovative local initiatives that aim to improve maternal [...]