More than 100 new and expectant parents were 'showered' with gifts, resources, and good tidings at a community baby shower hosted by Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, who has made addressing disparities in maternal health care for Black women a top priority.
Reynoso allocated his entire capital funding budget in 2022 to maternal healthcare programs across three public hospitals, launched a public education campaign on maternal healthcare, and initiated the 'Born in Brooklyn' pilot program providing baby supplies and resources to parents leaving hospitals.
The Maternal Mortality Rate in NYC stands at around 51 pregnancy-associated deaths per 100,000 live births, exceeding the U.S. average, highlighting the urgent need for initiatives like those undertaken by Reynoso to improve maternal healthcare outcomes.
Community baby showers like the one hosted by Reynoso are part of the innovative approach being implemented in Brooklyn to ensure new and expecting parents have the necessary support and resources to start and raise a family.
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