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Jenny Kennard's Initiative Tackles Postpartum Health Risks

2/26/2025

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Nurse Jenny Kennard at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is on a mission to raise awareness about postpartum health risks, reminding us that women can face complications for up to a year after giving birth. With a staggering 700 pregnancy-related deaths annually in the U.S., her initiative, featuring “I Gave Birth Bracelets,” empowers mothers to recognize warning signs and save lives.

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Nurse Jenny Kennard at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is on a mission to raise awareness about postpartum health risks, reminding us that women can face complications for up to a year after giving birth. With a staggering 700 pregnancy-related deaths annually in the U.S., her initiative, featuring “I Gave Birth Bracelets,” empowers mothers to recognize warning signs and save lives.