Think Babies Michigan Parent Leaders

Our monthly Parent Spotlight emphasizes the critical work that parent leaders are doing to advocate for our youngest Michiganders with Think Babies Michigan. Meet the parents working to build a stronger, more inclusive prenatal-to-three child care system.

Cara Sutliffe: Busy mom of four is a strong voice for the power of home visiting services.
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Salina Mann: Mother of two children born 18 months apart, encouraging other parents that it is “OK” to ask for help.
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Meghan S.: Mother of two advocating to improve services for new parents and children 0-3.
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Rachelle McKissick-Harris: After personal trauma, she was driven to speak up for maternal health in women of color.
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Christian Ko: A devoted father of two helping lead the way for TBMI and advocating for parent voice in all decision-making spaces.
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Chrissy Vines: ย A community messenger ensuring families have access to crucial information on child development and care.
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Blair Cole: Single mom of four bringing valuable first-hand perspectives around the policy changes Michigan needs.
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Rachel Gerbig: Mother of two passionate about ensuring accessibility of home-visiting services and maternal-infant health.
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