Views: 99 M|Y Baby’s 1st Coalition is a community-driven effort to reduce infant deaths. Here’s how you can prevent infant deaths: Learn about pregnancy and caring for a baby. Always put babies to sleep Alone, on their Backs, in an empty Crib. Learn how to prevent premature births with the use of progesterone. Learn about proper birth spacing. Enroll in a supportive mom and baby home visiting program. Volunteer by joining M|Y Baby’s 1st Coalition. Learn more about our Empowering Moms program by calling 330-480-2604. Keep doctor appointments. Learn more about CenteringPregnancy® by calling 330-480-3033. Breastfeed baby exclusively and support breastfeeding. Do not drink alcohol, use tobacco, or take illicit drugs while pregnant. Maintain a smoke-free home and car. Involve fathers. Eat healthy and exercise. Do not be afraid to ask for help. For more information please call: 330-270-2855 ext. 137 www.odh.ohio.gov/OEI 2016-02-11