12 years ago, I was working for March of Dimes (and had been for five years at the time) and was fortunate enough to have access to quality prenatal care that helped us welcome our healthy baby boy into the world. I had Dex to support and advocate for me, doctors and nurses that helped me avoid pregnancy complications that I faced with June, a hospital that supported March of Dimes Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait campaign, ensuring Dex IV was not delivered until 39 weeks, and an employer that supported reasonable accommodations for my pregnancy, excellent medical benefits, and took great care of me during my pregnancy journey which included challenges over the years.
The reality is that not all families get to tell this same story.
So this year, I am raising funds for March for Babies in honor of Dexter and Dex and their birthdays! April is a BIG birthday month here in the Goodwin house - I can't believe my baby is 12 and I can't believe Dex III is…well let's just say as mature as he is! April is also March for Babies 55th birthday - America's first ever nonprofit walk - rallied thousands across the country. Yes, even before Dex III was born!
Please consider making a donation - any amount helps. Every dollar adds up to a BIG impact funding the research, education, support, and advocacy that March of Dimes funds every year to improve the health of moms, babies, and families.
With preterm birth rates continuing to rise, the U.S. remains among the most dangerous developed nations for childbirth, especially for women and babies of color.
At March for Babies™ you're lifting up communities, creating connections and taking action to make America a more equitable place and ensure that every mom and baby is healthy.
Together, we’re marching to raise funds and awareness to transform the health of all families!
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