Preparing for a Lifetime, It’s Everyone’s Responsibility

We all want Oklahoma’s babies to be safe and healthy. Everyone can play a role in preparing Oklahoma’s babies for a lifetime of promise. We know that many things can improve the likelihood of having a healthy pregnancy, delivering a healthy baby and keeping a baby safe from injury. For example, being healthy before getting pregnant greatly improves a woman’s chances of having a healthy baby. Placing a baby on her back to sleep reduces the chances of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Because about half of all pregnancies in Oklahoma are unplanned, it is important for a woman to take care of herself before and between pregnancies. It is also vital for spouses, partners, family, and friends to support a woman’s healthy choices, such as eating right, being physically active and not smoking.

This website offers information, tips and resources for anyone who:

• Might become pregnant
• Is pregnant now
• Just had a baby
• Is caring for an infant
• Is a healthcare provider
• Is a friend, family member or partner of a pregnant mom
• Wants to learn more about keeping babies safe and healthy.
  
  Everyone can help to ensure babies are safe and healthy. Click on the topics to learn more.
  
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  Contact Information:
  Suzanna D. Dooley, M.S., A.R.N.P, Title V MCH Director
  Oklahoma State Department of Health
  1000 NE 10th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73117
  (405) 271-4480, email: Suzanna Dooley