Board President Elyse Claprood (left) at the HMHB Broward
2010 Mothers Day Luncheon  

Board Member Spotlight
Elyse Claprood, President

Elyse Claprood has worked with Broward Health for the past sixteen years, and is currently the Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Center (RPICC) Program Coordinator for the Chris Evert Women’s Center/ Broward General Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale. The RPICC program works with high-risk pregnant women and neonates, something Elyse understands on a personal level, having had two children born into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit herself.

In addition to her active role as President of the Board for Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County, Elyse is also a strong advocate for children’s health issues and volunteers as the Chairperson on the Program Services Committee for the March of Dimes South Florida, Treasure Coast and SW Florida region.

"Elyse is the Board President every agency dreams of - energetic, passionate, thoughtful and determined. We, and our community, are so blessed to have her as an advocate for Broward's babies." - Kathy Dunbar

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At Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County we know the greatest gift one can receive is the gift of a healthy child. Unfortunately, many expectant mothers don't get this opportunity as, on average, the rate of fetal and infant mortality in Broward alone affects more than 300 families each year.

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies is committed to changing this in the hopes that a parent or caregiver does not have to experience the pain of losing a child. You too can make a difference.

The HMHB Online Mall  is packed with thousands of great  items from nearly 100 popular stores. By simply taking a baby step to access these stores through the HMHB web site, a percentage of every sale will support our programs at no additional cost to you.

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Upcoming Events: MLK Day Parade & Mentors March
Monday, January 17, 2011

Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies of Broward County invites you to join us in representing, Best for Broward Babies, at the King Holiday Parade and Mentors Walk on Monday, January 17, 2011.

The parade begins at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary, 591 NW 31st Avenue, Lauderhill, and ends at Dillard High School, in Fort Lauderdale.
The total distance is just over ½ mile.
Parade line up time is 8:00 am, and the parade beings at 9:00 am.

T-shirts will be provided for those who attend, and all are welcomed to stay for the tribute program taking place at Dillard High School's Performing Arts Center.

In addition to marching in the parade, we are also hosting a preview screening of the documentary "The Black Fatherhood Project" at the L.A. LEE YMCA beginning at 1:00 pm.  Immediately after watching the film clips of interviews conducted for the film, Mr. Lionel Lightbourne, the president of DaDa, Inc.,  will hold a discussion on the challenges black fathers face in countering racism, violence, drugs and the negative images in the media.

If you would like to join us at either the walk or the community cinema presentation at LA Lee YMCA, please RSVP by Friday, January 14 via email to Cynthia Holmes at CHolmes@hmhbbroward.org

The women of The Mahogany Project with Dr. Roslyn Osgood of MODCO (c) and HMHB Executive Director, Kathy Dunbar (r)
 

Program Spotlight: Mahogany Project

The Mahogany Project s a community based program targeting high-risk pregnant women in the 33311 area. Led by HMHB program manager, Sharetta Remiki, the program provides intensive case-management services including childbirth education, nutrition, breastfeeding and infant care. 

Recently the Mahogany Project caught the attention of the Glick Foundation,  receiving a generous donation of $7,500 for future program services.   

Visit our website to learn more about The Mahogany Project

2010 Mothers Day Honorees

Honorees recognized at the
2011 Mothers Day luncheon on
May 6 will be announced
in early February

SAVE the DATE! 2011 Mothers Day Celebration
Friday, May 6, 2011

Nominations are in. The ballroom is confirmed. All that's needed now is for you to save the date for the 19^th Annual Mothers Day Celebration.

The annual luncheon, which will take place on Friday, May 6, 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Pier 66, celebrates better health for mothers and babies, while raising much-needed funds to support our mission to reduce fetal and infant death through education and access to resources.

Those interested in participating on the committee, learning more about sponsorship opportunities, or donating to our silent auction, please call HMHB Broward Director of Development, Babette Ferre-Kosar at (954) 765-0550 ext 316, or email BFerre-Kosar@HMHBBroward.org.  

You may also visit, www.HMHBBroward.org  to download the sponsors package and in-kind donation form  in advance.

Recipe of the Month: Beef & Bean Chili Verde
A Folic-Acid Rich Make Ahead Meal 

January is National Birth Defects Awareness month, and one of the best things women of all ages can do - but especially women of childbearing age - is get the daily recommended 400 micrograms allowance of the B9 vitamin, aka, Folic Acid.

Our featured recipe for Chile Verde packs a folic acid punch, and while usually a slow-cooked stew, Eatingwell.com has transformed it to an easy weeknight meal with quick-cooking ground beef, canned beans and store-bought green salsa.  You can also cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days  and warm before serving.

For this recipe and others visit our Facebook Page at Facebook.com/HMHBBroward