Ooh Ooh Baby Blog

  • Black Maternal Health Outcomes Matter

    by Javonne Washington
    Expectant and new mothers die at unacceptable rates in the United States. In Virginia, Black women face a maternal mortality rate more than two tim...

  • Journaling....Have you tried it?

    by Javonne Washington
    It’s important that you write things down and keep track of your baby’s progress and challenges. I knew in my heart that God was going to perform a...

  • How would you describe your NICU experience?

    by Javonne Washington
    My experience definitely tested the limits of my faith, patience, and love for someone I only just met; but through it all I have come to the conc...

  • My NICU Story - Part 1

    by Javonne Washington
    My NICU story began in the fall of 2004 while finishing my last year in undergrad at MBC. There I was, carrying a demanding 25 credit course load, ...

  • Happy, Healthy, Encouraged, and Inspired

    by Javonne Washington
    The journey has begun! Being a new mom can be a little scary. Being a new mom of a preemie can be down right terrifying! Everything else in your li...