PUSH
The Big
TO END PREVENTABLE STILLBIRTH
October 15th, 2022
Nationwide
23,000 children's lives are lost to potentially preventable stillbirths each year. We’re pushing empty strollers past the steps of Congress in their name.
It's time for change. Join us.
Yes! The FULL EVENT was livestreamed and recorded.
Video not working? Head directly to YouTube: tinyurl.com/bigpushlive
Full speaker schedule can be found here. Also don't miss our Live Coverage on social media on 10/15! Follow @pushpregnancy
Note: during the Celebration of Life, livestream audio may be silenced by YouTube due to music streaming rights issues. But no worries - you can celebrate from anywhere with the #BigPUSH2022 Playlist on Spotify! Check it out here: tinyurl.com/bigpushplaylist
We've come together to say enough is ENOUGH.
Stillbirth steals the lives of 65 babies every single day in the US.
Many of these deaths are preventable.
These babies are our babies. We are THEIR VOICE.
And we will not be silenced.
Stillbirth by the Numbers
20+
Weeks into pregnancy that a stillbirth occurs (ie, after setting up the nursery)
65
American babies born still every. single. day. all deeply loved & missed
3
Kindergarten classes - one whole school bus - of children dying each & every day
75%
US stillbirths that could be prevented if we matched our best int'l counterparts
183rd
US Rank in Average Rate of Reduction of Stillbirth (ARR) out of 195 countries
50%
Increased likelihood of severe maternal complications for stillbirth mothers
>2x
Risk for Black pregnant parents of suffering a stillbirth vs. white parents
Click here for more stillbirth facts & shareable graphics
The Big PUSH - Oct 15th, 2022
DC - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
See full details here: DC Schedule
SATURDAY, OCT 15th
12pm
AWARENESS FAIR
Join us on the Mall to learn from our partner orgs!
1pm
RALLY START
Rally together to call for change
2pm
EMPTY STROLLER MARCH
Push empty strollers/carriers past Congress (1.0 mi)
3pm
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Remembrance ceremony & upbeat musical guests
4pm
CLOSING REMARKS
Final speakers and event close
Other Local Events (Post-event)
7pm
INT'L WAVE OF LIGHT
Light candles for PaIL Remembrance Day
Register below (free!) to receive real-time email updates as plans evolve!
Email info@pushpregnancy.org with questions
The National Mall
7 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
(Between Madison Dr. NW & Jefferson Dr. SW)
Directions
Public Transit is recommended as parking is limited. Nearby stops:
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Metro - L'Enfant Plaza at Maryland Ave & 7th St SW
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Metro - Archives-Navy Memorial at Pennsylvania Ave & 7th St NW
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Metro - Smithsonian at Jefferson Dr & 12th St SW
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DC Circulator - Jefferson Dr & 7th St SW
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DC Circulator - Madison Dr & 7th St NW
Satellite Events
More info here about Satellite Events & Virtual Participation: pushpregnancy.org/bigpushvirtual
Want to host a Satellite March in your community?
Let us know! Organizer Toolkit available!
RSVP for Satellite Events via our main RSVP form. Local organizers will follow up with you directly!
Virtual
Who are you pushing for?
Join The Big PUSH from wherever you are!
Post a photo/video to social media with #bigpush2022 and tag @pushpregnancy - we'll share it to the main stage in DC so you can virtually "push" your stroller past Congress!
More info here!
Please RSVP to be sure your participation is counted in our total!
RSVP for Virtual March
via our main RSVP form for access to the Livestream!
Sign me up!
STEP 1: RSVP on Eventbrite
STEP 2: Amplify!
#bigpush2022 on
Thank you for your dedication to ending preventable stillbirth and improving pregnancy outcomes for all families. Enough is enough. Change is here.
This event is free and family-friendly!
Please RSVP on Eventbrite and we'll keep you in the loop as event plans evolve!
Sponsors (tiers) and partner orgs are welcome - please email us to learn more. DONATE HERE.
Covid-19 Notice: We are keeping a close eye on the Covid situation and will adapt accordingly, but are hopeful that we'll be able to safely gather this fall.
For Families. For Babies.
For Change.
 Earth Mama Organics - Changemaker+ |  PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy - Changemaker+ |  BLVR - Changemaker |
|---|---|---|
 Nurses Choice - Changemaker |  Mommy Labor Nurse - Changemaker |  Pittsburgh Bereavement Doulas - Advocate |
 Orange AF Photos - Advocate |  Dixie Danielle - Advocate |  Women Gynecology & Childbirth Associates - Advocate |
 Harvey J. Kliman, MD, PhD, Reproductive Pathology Services, Yale University - Advocate |  Blue Moon Perinatal - Advocate |  1060 OBGYN - Advocate |
 Aaliyah in Action - Advocate |  Dr. Joanne Stone of the NYC Rainbow Clinic - Advocate |  Alana Rose Foundation - Advocate |
 Count The Kicks - Advocate |  March For Moms - Advocate |  Measure the Placenta - Advocate |
 Melinated Moms - Advocate |  Pregnancy After Loss Support - Advocate |  Moms Rising - Advocate |
 ARIAH Foundation - Advocate |  White Ribbon Alliance - Advocate |  Become a Sponsor! Download Tier Info |
Thank you for your support! Please donate sponsorship funds at your chosen sponsor tier to PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy via electronic payment (or Zelle/PayPal/Venmo) or check - see last page of Sponsor Packet for details.
Once received, the PUSH team will follow up with you directly to collect your details (logo, website, etc.) to be added to our Sponsor List above, social media promotion, and event signage.