ProMoCare — Promotion of Mother’s Care
ProMoCare - Promotion of Mother’s Care
AIFS created ProMoCare to provide affordable, culturally responsive healthcare support for African immigrant and refugee mothers, expectant parents, and their newborns.
Our goal is to ensure families feel prepared, safe, and confident as they welcome and raise their children.
Baby Bag for All
Every new parent receives a brand-new diaper backpack filled with newborn essentials such as diapers, wipes, baby clothes, and hygiene products.
This gift eases the financial burden of welcoming a baby and connects families to additional support services.
ProMoCare Boutique
Our ProMoCare Boutique is a welcoming space where families can access essential baby and family items at no cost.
Available resources include:
Diaper Pantry – free diapers in a variety of sizes
Baby Clothing – gently used and new clothes for infants and toddlers
Women’s Hygiene Packs – essential care items for mothers
Kids’ Toys & Learning Materials – to support healthy play and development
The boutique helps families meet immediate needs and reduce financial stress during pregnancy and early parenting.
Car Seat Education & Safety
Certified car seat technicians provide: Car seat checks to ensure proper installation and fit Hands-on installation support for parents and caregivers Safety education on how to keep infants and young children secure on the road
Home Safety Visits
Our Home Safety Program helps families create safe living spaces and prevent household accidents. During periodic home visits, trained staff provide culturally tailored guidance on fire safety, fall prevention, childproofing, and other home safety practices.
Learning Begins at Birth
An early childhood education program that guides parents in understanding and supporting their child’s development from day one. Families learn about growth milestones, language development, nutrition, and play-based learning strategies.
Our Culturally Based Approach
ProMoCare is built by and for the African immigrant and refugee community.
We understand the cultural traditions, language needs, and challenges families face when navigating U.S. healthcare.
Our team provides respectful, culturally grounded care that bridges the gap between families and medical providers.