@cmqcc

Advancing California Maternity Care through Data-Driven Quality Improvement. Check out our Toolkits! (RTs ≠ endorsements)

 Palo Alto, California
cmqcc.org
Joined November 2011
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CMQCC@cmqccFeb 2
We've moved! Follow us on Instagram for our latest #maternalhealth events, clinical resources, and updates.
Follow CMQCC's new Instagram account, @CaliforniaPQC.

ALT Follow CMQCC's new Instagram account, @CaliforniaPQC.

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Join the California Maternal Health Task Force to hear about collaborations with community embedded maternal health organizations, and more! Register now for this free event: bit.ly/MHTFspringmeeting MHTF is a partnership between @CAPublicHealth, @DHCS_CA, @CA_OSG, and CMQCC.
You are invited to join the California Maternal Health Task Force Public Meeting (Virtual) on February 11, 2026, at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Pacific time. Register now for free.

ALT You are invited to join the California Maternal Health Task Force Public Meeting (Virtual) on February 11, 2026, at 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Pacific time. Register now for free.

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Today is Maternal Health Awareness Day. We proudly share @acog's dedication to preventing maternal deaths and advancing respectful, evidence-based care. Join us in April to bring collective action together at MCCPOP’s Perinatal Potpourri Conference. Registration begins 1/28.
Save the date for Perinatal Potpourri: April 16 and 17, 2026. Rooted in Community, Transforming Care. Supporting Black Maternal Health Week 2026.

ALT Save the date for Perinatal Potpourri: April 16 and 17, 2026. Rooted in Community, Transforming Care. Supporting Black Maternal Health Week 2026.

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Join CMQCC on January 27 from 12-1 pm PT at our upcoming webinar, “Communication Tips to Promote Low-Dose Aspirin Uptake and Adherence: Myths, Misunderstandings, and Meaningful Conversations.” Register now for this free event! bit.ly/3Ln8YYX
The flyer for “Communication Tips to Promote Low-Dose Aspirin Uptake and Adherence: Myths, Misunderstandings, and Meaningful Conversations” alongside the text, “Register Now!”

ALT The flyer for “Communication Tips to Promote Low-Dose Aspirin Uptake and Adherence: Myths, Misunderstandings, and Meaningful Conversations” alongside the text, “Register Now!”

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⏰ ONE WEEK LEFT for community embedded birth worker organizations in California to apply for California Maternal Health Task Force (MHTF) grant funding! Apply by 1/19 — and join an application technical assistance webinar on 1/15: bit.ly/MHIAwardsYear3 #MaternalHealth
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📣 NEW grant opportunity for California’s community embedded birth worker organizations! Join the California MHTF on 1/15 @ noon PT for optional office hours for application technical assistance (no registration required): bit.ly/MHIAwardsYear3 Deadline to apply is 1/19!
A photo of a community embedded birth worker assisting a pregnant patient with pre-labor exercises, with the words, “Apply by 1/19! Funding opportunity for California’s community embedded birth worker organizations.”

ALT A photo of a community embedded birth worker assisting a pregnant patient with pre-labor exercises, with the words, “Apply by 1/19! Funding opportunity for California’s community embedded birth worker organizations.”

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CPQCC & CMQCC are thrilled to see our Executive Director Leslie Kowalewski recognized for her tireless dedication to advancing maternal and infant health through robust collaboration. As she says, together we are stronger. Congratulations, Leslie! #MaternalHealth #InfantHealth
Office of the California Surgeon General
@CA_OSG26 Dec 2025
The Office of the California Surgeon General is proud to honor Leslie Kowalewski, Executive Director of Maternal, Child, and Family Health at @cmqcc, for her unwavering commitment to maternal health & her ability to bring partners together in meaningful ways. Together in health~
Leslie Kowalewski Executive Director of Maternal, Child and Family Health (CPQCC/CMQCC)

ALT Leslie Kowalewski Executive Director of Maternal, Child and Family Health (CPQCC/CMQCC)

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Register by Thursday! CMQCC and @StanfordOBGYN are excited to invite U.S. hospital teams to join our first-ever Obstetric Sepsis Implementation Sprint! There is no cost to join thanks to the support of NICHD (NIH): bit.ly/SepsisSprintReg
A graphic showing the cover of, “Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstetric Sepsis, V2.0” alongside the text, “New Team Learning Opportunity,” “Obstetric Sepsis Implementation Sprint,” and “Register Now!” with the CPQCC/CMQCC logos.

ALT A graphic showing the cover of, “Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstetric Sepsis, V2.0” alongside the text, “New Team Learning Opportunity,” “Obstetric Sepsis Implementation Sprint,” and “Register Now!” with the CPQCC/CMQCC logos.

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CMQCC and @StanfordOBGYN are excited to invite U.S. hospital teams to join our first-ever Obstetric Sepsis Implementation Sprint! There is no cost to join thanks to support from NICHD (NIH). Register today: bit.ly/SepsisSprintReg
A graphic showing the cover of, “Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstetric Sepsis, V2.0” alongside the text, “New Team Learning Opportunity,” “Obstetric Sepsis Implementation Sprint,” and “Register Now!” with the CPQCC/CMQCC logos.

ALT A graphic showing the cover of, “Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstetric Sepsis, V2.0” alongside the text, “New Team Learning Opportunity,” “Obstetric Sepsis Implementation Sprint,” and “Register Now!” with the CPQCC/CMQCC logos.

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Mom Angela survived #preeclampsia twice and her child experienced a #preterm birth. During World Prematurity Month and beyond, Angela advocates for other families through CMQCC’s Low-Dose Aspirin Patient Advisory Council. Read her story on @NBCNews: nbcnews.com/health/womens-he…

Aspirin can prevent a serious pregnancy complication — but too few women get it, new report suggests

Pre-eclampsia, a condition that causes dangerously high blood pressure, is a leading cause of death among mothers and babies.

nbcnews.com
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CMQCC and partner @MarchofDimes published a groundbreaking clinical resource on using low-dose aspirin (LDA) to prevent #preeclampsia and related preterm birth. Download a free copy of the LDA implementation guide: bit.ly/LDAGuide #MaternalHealth #InfantHealth
The image’s headline reads, “New Resource,” with a photo of the cover of “Low-Dose Aspirin for Preeclampsia Prevention: Implementation Guide for Clinical Teams” alongside the quote, “I want more people to know how serious preeclampsia is,” from Angela, mom, CMQCC Low-Dose Aspirin Patient Advisory Council member, and contributor to the Implementation Guide.

ALT The image’s headline reads, “New Resource,” with a photo of the cover of “Low-Dose Aspirin for Preeclampsia Prevention: Implementation Guide for Clinical Teams” alongside the quote, “I want more people to know how serious preeclampsia is,” from Angela, mom, CMQCC Low-Dose Aspirin Patient Advisory Council member, and contributor to the Implementation Guide.

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September is Sepsis Awareness Month, and CMQCC is releasing our revised toolkit for improving diagnosis and treatment of obstetric sepsis on Friday. Register for our Friday webinar: bit.ly/SepsisToolkit Use this toolkit to protect pregnant patients’ lives. #MaternalHealth
The cover of CMQCC’s obstetric sepsis toolkit, “Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstetric Sepsis, V2.0,” with the ribbon to recognize Sepsis Awareness Month.

ALT The cover of CMQCC’s obstetric sepsis toolkit, “Improving Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstetric Sepsis, V2.0,” with the ribbon to recognize Sepsis Awareness Month.

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3 DAYS LEFT for community-based organizations, doula hubs, and doula organizations to apply for grant funding from the California Maternal Health Task Force, a partnership of @CAPublicHealth, @DHCS_CA, @CA_OSG + CMQCC! Apply by noon 8/22: bit.ly/cadoulas #MaternalHealth
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Join CMQCC on August 25 from 12-1 pm for our last webinar in the series, “Lessons from the Learning Initiative: Promising Engagement Practices - Staff and Leadership Engagement.” Register now! bit.ly/46S7kXG
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California Maternal Health Task Force funding is now available for California’s community-based organizations, doula hubs, and doula organizations serving Medi-Cal families! Register for an optional webinar on Friday, August 1 to learn more: bit.ly/cadoulas #doulas
A pregnant woman is assisted with pre-birth exercises by her partner and a doula.

ALT A pregnant woman is assisted with pre-birth exercises by her partner and a doula.

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The California Maternal Health Innovation Program—a partnership of @CAPublicHealth, @DHCS_CA, @CA_OSG, and CMQCC—needs your thoughts on the Strategic Plan by Friday. What aspects of maternal health matter most to your community? Tell us by 7/25: bit.ly/4kTvpBe
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The California Maternal Health Innovation Program—a partnership of @CAPublicHealth, @DHCS_CA, @CA_OSG , and CMQCC—is collecting public feedback on the Strategic Plan Summary through July 25. Read the Summary and share your feedback with us at bit.ly/4kTvpBe
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How do we improve maternal health in California? We want to hear from you! The California Maternal Innovation Program, a partnership of @CAPublicHealth, @DHCS_CA, @CA_OSG, and CMQCC, is sharing the Strategic Plan Summary for your feedback by July 25! bit.ly/4kTvpBe
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ALT Photos of pregnant women, of infants, and of families representing all of California.

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Join us virtually on June 27th, 11:30-1 PM PST, for the launch of the California MHTF! This webinar will share an overview of the CA MHTF’s Strategic Plan and Subcommittee areas of focus, with opportunities for engagement and feedback. Register now: bit.ly/CAMHTF2025
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#Preeclampsia can put mom and baby at serious health risk. Learn how to protect yourself and your baby. Healthcare professionals, learn about low-dose aspirin, the only known effective solution to prevent preeclampsia. bit.ly/3GhjbD6 #PreeclampsiaAwarenessMonth
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