Our vision:
A safe and healthy Kitsap County for all.
Pregnancy & Parenting Support Line
Helping new and expecting parents find services and resources they need.
Our friendly public health professionals can refer you to resources and services for:
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Pregnancy care
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Mental health support
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Lactation (breastfeeding and chestfeeding)
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Early learning
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Parenting
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Home visiting programs
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Support groups
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Developmental concerns
If you need urgent help, reach out to the following resources:
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Crisis Lifeline | 988
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Perinatal Support Warm Line | 888-404-7763
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National Maternal Health Hotline | 1-833-TLC-MAMA (833-852-6262)
Black Infant Thrive is dedicated to a future where every Black birthing family in Kitsap has access to quality healthcare, a strong support system, and a safe and healthy birthing outcome. We’re doing this by:
Promoting welcoming and culturally appropriate prenatal and postpartum care
Increasing social networks for Black families to build communities of support
Fostering civic engagement and community leadership to improve maternal health
Strengthening partnerships with local organizations to improve maternal services
Everyone deserves a safe and healthy birthing experience.
In Kitsap County, mortality for Black babies is more than three times higher than for white babies. Only half of Black pregnant people reported receiving adequate prenatal care in 2021-2023.
In the U.S., Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. Black babies have the greatest risk of dying before their first birthday out of any racial group.
Black Infant Thrive is dedicated to improving maternal health outcomes for Black families by advocating for better healthcare, building supportive communities, and strengthening local partnerships.
This program is for all Black families:
People who are pregnant or just had a baby
Spouses and partners
Grandparents, aunties, uncles, and kin
Anyone supporting a Black birthing journey
Contact us at 360-233-7379 or bit@kitsappublichealth.org to learn more!
Upcoming Events
Good Black Birth Initiative Survey
Are you pregnant, recently pregnant, or someone who works for birth equity in Washington State? Take Byrd Barr Place's Good Black Birth Initiative Survey!
By answering survey questions, you are participating in research commissioned by Byrd Barr Place. Answers are anonymized by the ARCH Center. All data collected will be combined and analyzed together to generate findings to inform policy, programming, and advocacy.
Resources
Support Groups
Black Breastfeeding Week
Community Survey Report
Black Infant Thrive Program
Black Infant Thrive: Dear Dad
Black Infant Thrive Events
Nurture in ColorFri, Aug 28Quincy Square
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Mama Moves upcoming events
Healthcare Provider Resources
Looking for more healthcare guidance or resources? Visit our Provider Resources page.
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