Birthing Beautiful Communities

Shining a light on our angel babies. Together. 🕯️🕊️

The deadline to register for Wave of Light is tomorrow, October 6th!

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On October 15th, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, families and individuals all around the world will participate in a global Wave of Light by lighting a candle to honor their angel babies. Join us in-person or on Zoom for a Wave of Light candle lighting ceremony to honor your loved little ones.

Registration is officially open. Registration link can be found at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRhdWZtcF5ewpZNf7I_0vqhQ-DHEbE6IgF9BTnRxacgbJvMA/viewform?usp=header

But seriously… there’s something for EVERYONE. 💜

Looking for a little self-investment? A night out? A staycation? Sports memorabilia? Family fun? A good dinner and a show? Maybe a little lounge & leisure? We’ve got bundles for all of it—and starting bids begin at just $100!

Our Bid for Beautiful Beginnings Silent Auction is officially LIVE, and you do not have to attend MiraCLE to bid or win. Browse the packages, find your match, place your bid, and keep an eye on your favorites!

Every bid supports Birthing Beautiful Communities and our work to ensure mothers, babies, and families have access to the care, resources, and support they deserve.

**Auction closes Saturday, September 26 at 3 PM.** Visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/miracle-live-silent-auction
and go find your bundle! 💜✨

The time is near! ✨💜

MiraCLE is happening soon and we’re counting down to an unforgettable afternoon of celebration, connection, and community.

This gathering would not be possible without the incredible sponsors who continue to invest in Birthing Beautiful Communities and our vision for a healthier, stronger future for women, babies, and families.

As we prepare to gather with Northeast Ohio’s finest community leaders, we’re taking a moment to recognize and celebrate the generosity, partnership, and commitment of our 2026 sponsors. Your support helps lay the foundation for meaningful change and brings us one step closer to a future where every family has the care and support they deserve.

Thank you for believing in this work and building alongside us. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at MiraCLE! 💜

Sometimes your vision starts in your community, and sometimes it makes it to the Olympics! 🥇

As Black Philanthropy Month comes to a close, we’re celebrating what’s possible when we invest in Black-led solutions.

We’re deeply grateful to the Felix Family Foundation, advised by Olympian and maternal health advocate Allyson Felix, for their generous gift to Birthing Beautiful Communities. 💜

Allyson has used her platform to advocate for Black maternal health, speak out against racial disparities in care, and fight for better protections and support for mothers. This investment is a powerful example of that advocacy in action—putting resources behind the people and communities working to transform Black maternal health.

When we invest in Black maternal health, we invest in families, babies, and generations to come.

Thank you, Allyson and The Felix Family Foundation, for using your platform and your philanthropy to help move Black maternal health forward.

To learn more about the generous gift from The Felix Foundation, visit here: https://www.birthingbeautiful.org/subjectbbc-receives-generous-gift-from-the-felix-foundation/

That's our Board Chair! 👏 💜

Congrats to Michael W. Bowen for being recognized on the 2027 The Best Lawyers in America list!

Check it out here! https://www.calfee.com/newsroom-news-best-lawyers-2027?fbclid=IwY2xjawUCq7dwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWdweElURkhjdHFQQ25MdDFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeEBZ3AU4mVXUTqCucSkknSVTGsCJqKDwiboPxV5_AAD4diF_o7FjY4iXeQ2w_aem_G2GT1I12LLblrlBVTTJ2rw

Congratulations to the 104 Calfee attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, including five named to 2027 "Lawyers of the Year."

Of those recognized, 79 were named to The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 and 25 were selected for Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. The five "Lawyers of the Year" honorees are:

• David Bules: Litigation - Securities (Cincinnati)

• Maura Hughes: Litigation - Antitrust (Cleveland)

• Jason Rothman: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Cleveland)

• James Sullivan: Insurance Law (Cleveland)

• Michael VanBuren: Health Care Law (Cleveland)

Best Lawyers is one of the most trusted peer-reviewed honors in the legal profession, recognizing attorneys nationwide for their professional excellence. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the "Lawyer of the Year," and receiving this recognition reflects the high level of respect a lawyer has earned among other leading lawyers in the same communities and the same practice areas for their abilities, professionalism, and integrity.

To see the full list of those recognized, click here: https://www.calfee.com/newsroom-news-best-lawyers-2027

Let’s talk about it. 💜

Black families experience infant mortality at 3x the rate of white families. And here in Northeast Ohio, infant mortality rates remain significantly higher than the national average.

These disparities remind us that families need more than access to care. They need consistent, culturally responsive, community-based support before, during, and after pregnancy—support that recognizes the whole person and the many factors that shape maternal and infant health.

Our Senior Director of Training and Community Impact, Krista Lumpkins-Howard, recently joined Sound of Ideas on Ideastream Public Media to share insight on these disparities and how Birthing Beautiful Communities is working to change the story through holistic, whole-person care.

Because improving birth outcomes takes more than a medical appointment. It takes a community. 💜

Listen to the conversation and learn more about the work happening at BBC here:

Infant mortality in Northeast Ohio continues at higher level than national average A healthcare expert and community leaders discuss efforts they are taking to save the lives of babies in Summit and Cuyahoga counties.

One of the best investments you’ll ever make is in yourself. 💜✨

That’s why we are so excited to be joining Meltrice Sharp, CPA at the 5th Annual Women Creating Wealth & Impact Conference this August where our President & CEO will be presenting with this phenomenal panel of women.

Whether you’re growing a business, advancing your career, improving your finances, or simply looking for your next level, this conference was created with you in mind.

We hope you’ll join us for an unforgettable weekend of learning, inspiration, and connection.

Register today at https://womencreatingwealth.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleATgBTlwZG9mAmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp-K0GE5MKKP7EsRKB21vOsLWPblGzha377MmHzDR-_OnodDNVIhZmyQyYZe8_aem_WZkAYqlUqZhBaK394H6Swg

Can’t WAIT to see you there! Let’s fund our futures 💜

Grief is here. But so is hope. And so are we. 🦋

If you or a loved one are navigating pregnancy and infant loss, PAIL's virtual support groups offer monthly meet-ups to process, heal, and simply be in a safe community of support among bereaved parents.

Meet-ups happen the second Saturday of each month. Registration required.

You are not alone! 💜

A huge thank you goes to The Charles Martin Corvi Fund for supporting BBC and other families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss. Thank you for honoring our work for Charlie’s Challenge and encouraging support, advocacy, and remembrance for all who are healing 💜

Highlighting an incredible milestone: In 2023, our Birthing Moms Unchained Program provided exceptional perinatal care to 110 incarcerated women. At Birthing Beautiful Communities, we're dedicated to empowering and supporting these remarkable mothers on their unique journeys, ensuring they receive top-notch care and support.