Las Madrinas: The Godmothers

Las Madrinas: The Godmothers

By Maternal and Child Health Consortium

Maternal and Child Health Consortium (MCHC) is a health and social service nonprofit organization that supports families in the Greater Philadelphia area. Here is where we talk health.
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In Their Own Words: Leaving the Middle East as a Parent

In Their Own Words: Leaving the Middle East as a Parent

This month we're joined by a Healthy Start Program participant to hear his experience emigrating to the US and finding help and hope in MCHC.

Sep 01, 202108:55
MCHC's Kindergarten Transition Program

MCHC's Kindergarten Transition Program

Learn more about MCHC's Family Center Kindergarten Transition Program and new technology initiative!

Aug 04, 202108:26
An Insider Look: current legal trends in immigration

An Insider Look: current legal trends in immigration

This week, we are joined by MCHC board member, Lindsey Sweet, of Sweet & Paciorek LLC.  We discuss Lindsey's journey to becoming an immigration attorney, her involvement with MCHC and other non-profits, along with legal trends in immigration!

Jun 29, 202120:39
Let's Talk: Forging Ahead with MCHC Board President, Elizabeth Pilacik

Let's Talk: Forging Ahead with MCHC Board President, Elizabeth Pilacik

Join us as we hear from MCHC Board President, Elizabeth Pilacik. 

Jun 01, 202114:43
Let's Talk: Improving Access Through Policy Change with Representative Dianne Herrin

Let's Talk: Improving Access Through Policy Change with Representative Dianne Herrin

This month we met with State Representative Dianne Herrin to hear how she supports underserved communities, what work she is doing as a newly elected State Representative, and more!

Apr 30, 202118:32
Navigating COVID-19 and Improving Breastfeeding Rates with Dr. Tiffany Cooke

Navigating COVID-19 and Improving Breastfeeding Rates with Dr. Tiffany Cooke

This month, we talk about the importance of breastfeeding, bias in medicine, and more with CHOP Pediatrician, Dr. Tiffany Cooke.

Apr 09, 202122:00
Internet Accessibility

Internet Accessibility

*Disclaimer* Any opinions expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of MCHC. 

Internet Accessibility has come to the forefront in community discussions as jobs and education have gone virtual. Hear what two locals are doing to bring internet accessibility to all. 

Mar 01, 202131:19
New Year, New Plan

New Year, New Plan

So what exactly is a strategic plan and how does it work? What does MCHC have planned for 2021? What kinds of problems are our communities facing and more importantly, what can we do to help? Stay tuned to find out!
Feb 02, 202122:14
Nonprofits: Adapting During a Pandemic

Nonprofits: Adapting During a Pandemic

2020 has impacted everyone in different ways. Some have lost their jobs, some have lost loved ones, and some have had to close their businesses. What about nonprofits? How has the Maternal and Child Health Consortium adapted? How are we serving our...
Jan 01, 202122:17
MCHC, Who are we?

MCHC, Who are we?

Find out what MCHC stands for, what we do, who we help, and what's so special about December 1st 2020!
Nov 30, 202012:01