Story by story, improving the lives of moms and babies Among North Carolina’s largest counties, Forsyth has one of the highest rates of infant mortality—babies who die before reaching their first birthday The disparities are stark: In the 27105 zip code, Black mothers die at twice the rate of white mothers. Black babies die at a rate three times higher than that of white babies.
Traditional, top-down approaches have failed to move these numbers.
Forsyth County Birth Stories takes a different approach—working directly with moms, inviting them to share their stories and connect over shared experiences. These moms then engage with community stakeholders—including birth and healthcare providers—to implement solutions that are both meaningful and effective for families.
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