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A safe and healthy Kitsap County for all.

Black Infant Thrive

Parent-Child Health

Pregnancy & Parenting Support Line

Helping new and expecting parents find services and resources they need.

360-728-BABY

(360-728-2229)

¡Hablamos español!

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Our friendly public health professionals can refer you to resources and services for:

  • Pregnancy care

  • Mental health support

  • Lactation (breastfeeding and chestfeeding)

  • Early learning

  • Parenting

  • Home visiting programs

  • Support groups

  • Developmental concerns

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If you need urgent help, reach out to the following resources:

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

breastfeeding mom and son
An infant's hand holding a parent's finger

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!

Nurture in Color


Every year, the Black Infant Thrive program hosts an interactive art exhibit and community panel to celebrate and honor Black Breastfeeding Week. Watch our most recent panel below or on Vimeo.


Support Group


Held in Sisterhood: A Postpartum+ Circle (hosted by Unity Collective)


Held in Sisterhood: a postpartum plus circle, with lavender banner reading "You are not alone. You are held. You are enough."

A support group for Black women who are pregnant, postpartum, or raising children. Join the sisterhood for connection and support as you navigate motherhood.

Report: Black Maternal Experiences in Kitsap County


Read the 2024 Black Infant Thrive Community Survey report (PDF).




360-728-BABY

(360-728-2229)

Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

ppsl@kitsappublichealth.org

Get Pregnancy and Parenting Support

  • Our friendly team can help connect you to local services and resources.

  • You can request a callback for yourself or a loved one or refer a client or a patient.

  • Calls are free and confidential.

  • Language interpretation is available. 

We can help connect you to:

    • Child Care or Early Learning

    • Child Supplies (eg., diapers, car seat, etc)

    • Cultural Events

    • Doula Support (prenatal, birth, or postpartum)

    • Father or Partner support

    • Food Access / WIC

    • Mental Health Support

    • Parenting Support

    • Postpartum Support

    • Pregnancy Loss / Bereavement Support

    • Parent and Child Bonding / Attachment

    • Medicaid / Apple Health

    • Substance Use Support

    • Transportation Support
       

    • Prenatal Care (OBGYN, Nurse Midwife, Family Medicine Provider)

    • Primary care (Pediatrician, Family Medicine Provider)

    • Lactation support (Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, Pumping)

    • Dental care
       

    • General Housing/Shelter

    • Domestic Violence Shelter for myself

    • Domestic Violence Shelter for myself and my children

    • Rental assistance
       

If you need urgent help, reach out to these resources:

  • Black Infant Thrive Program

    Black Infant Thrive Program

    Black Infant Thrive: Dear Dad

    Black Infant Thrive: Dear Dad

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