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Maternal & Infant Health

Department of Health and Human Services

Maternal & Infant Health

Division of Maternal & Infant Health

The Division of Maternal & Infant Health (DMIH) is home to an array of public health programs, initiatives and interventions aimed at improving the health and well-being of women, infants, families and communities.

To achieve further success in improving the outcomes for Michigan mothers, infants and families, we must make data-informed decisions, deploy strategies to address systemic racism and inequities in the social determinants of health, eliminate disparities facing women, engage extended families, caregivers, and fathers, and further develop and sustain strong collaborative partnerships.   

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Maternal Infant Health Updates

New Doula Trainings Added to MDHHS Approved List
The Doula Advisory Council working collaboratively with MDHHS, has approved four additional doula training programs, providing greater access to doula services statewide. The list of MDHHS-approved qualified doula training programs or organizations can be found at Become a MDHHS Certified Doula. For more information visit the MDHHS Doula Initiative.

Join us for a 2023 Town Hall meeting!  
Meetings will be held in every region of the state to gather input on the next version of the Mother Infant Health & Equity Improvement Plan. Anyone interested in the health and well-being of Michigan families is welcome to attend. Meetings will include an overview of successes under the current Improvement Plan, and an opportunity to share feedback on the next version of the plan. Town Hall meetings seek to align efforts to improve health outcomes and work towards zero health disparities. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.  

Explore the Town Hall Website & RSVP for a Regional Town Hall. For more information download the Town Hall flyer

Maternal Infant Health Summit
Register now for the 6th annual Maternal Infant Health Summit, scheduled for June 21 & 22, 2023 at the Lansing Center. The theme for this year’s Summit is Taking Action Today for an Equitable Tomorrow. Visit www.mihealthsummit.com for more information. Exhibitor and Sponsor Opportunities are now available. 

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Stay updated on maternal & infant health in Michigan. Our work includes public health programs, initiatives and interventions aimed at improving the health and well-being of women, infants, families, and communities across Michigan. 

 

The Michigan Mother Infant Health & Equity Improvement Plan (MIHEIP) builds upon the many successes that have and are improving the lives of mothers, infants and families and delves into the heart of the disparities that exist in our state. The plan outlines the State of Michigan's commitment to improving maternal and infant health.

During the last few years, many successes have improved the lives of mothers, infants and families in Michigan. Maternal infant health stakeholders work on expansive and diverse efforts statewide. The MIHEIP Yearly Highlights are intended to give a brief overview of successes and acknowledge the invaluable commitment of stakeholders.

All Michigan mothers, infants and families have the right to optimal health, together we can achieve the vision of Zero preventable deaths and Zero health disparities.

Banner for Maternal Infant Health Summit, June 21-22, 2023, Lansing Michigan

Maternal Infant Health Summit    June 21-22, 2023

Working Together to Improve Maternal, Infant & Family  Health in Michigan

Visit MIHEALTHSUMMIT.COM for more information

Dawn M. Shanafelt, MPA, BSN, RN

Director, Division of Maternal & Infant Health 

Director, Title V Maternal Child Health 

Michigan Department of Health & Human Services

ShanafeltD@michigan.gov

Maternal Infant Health & Equity