Under this project proposed to NNLM, trusted bicultural and bilingual New Jersey obstetrics/gynecology and maternal/fetal medical providers will review and update the current CHSofNJ prenatal health education curricula used for 60-90 women annually with current NJ medical practice and NNLM resources. CHSofNJ’s current prenatal health education is based on the March of Dimes Becoming a Mom/Comenzando Bien curricula with enhancements based on needs and lived
experiences of communities in Trenton. The New Jersey medical reviewers will provide curriculum updates that are culturally relevant and align with current prenatal, postpartum and pediatric practice in New Jersey hospitals and prenatal clinics for improved education to mothers so they can be better informed advocates for their own health; and contribute to better birth outcomes.