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Center of Eden
A Vision for Holistic Maternal–Infant Healing
The Center of Eden is envisioned as a sanctuary for maternal–infant health equity. It represents a future brick-and-mortar hub where clinical care, cultural humility, and community healing come together. This space will honor heritage while advancing health innovation—offering wraparound services designed to nurture families from pregnancy through early parenthood.
🌿 Planned Services
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Lactation & perinatal care
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Mental health & talk therapy
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Family wellness coaching
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Fatherhood support services
🏗️ Renderings & Prototypes
Conceptual designs showcase a healing space rooted in heritage and nature—with welcoming spaces for families, warm earth tones, and areas dedicated to counseling, lactation, and community gathering.
💛 Fundraising Goals
The Center of Eden will be made possible through a strategic capital campaign focused on:
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Securing land in Cincinnati’s Black communities
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Developing facilities that integrate clinical and community spaces
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Seeding endowment funds for sustainability
“Every newborn deserves a strong start.”
The BLACK Collaborative Inc. proudly presents the Newborn Care & Community Closet, a compassionate initiative housed at The CENTER of EDEN. This community-driven resource provides free newborn care and clothing items to families in need, to promote health, dignity, and equity for every child from birth. Through this program, families can access essential items such as infant clothing, diapers, wipes, baby hygiene products, grooming kits, and breastfeeding supplies—all at no cost. We are committed to supporting new parents during the beautiful but often challenging postpartum journey.
Eligibility Requirements:
To access the Community Newborn Closet, families must:
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Be referred by a community health worker, social service provider, or community agency.
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Demonstrate financial need, consistent with WIC or Medicaid income eligibility guidelines.
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Complete a brief intake form provided through the referring organization.
Access Guidelines:
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Free for eligible families.
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Each household may receive:
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Up to 5 infant clothing items (sizes newborn to 12 months)
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1 pack of diapers and 1 pack of wipes
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1 grooming or baby care item
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1 breastfeeding support item (when available)
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1 seasonal care item (e.g., blanket, hat, or socks)
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Families may access the closet once every 60 days.
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Availability Disclaimer:
Please note that all items are provided based on current donations and inventory. Availability may vary and is not guaranteed. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we strive to serve as many families as possible.