This campaign was inspired by Molly, a GBS mom, who encourages everyone to find their own way to spread the message about GBS. The goal of our #starttheGBSconversation campaign is to simply get people talking about GBS in their communities and perinatal healthcare providers talking to their patients about GBS disease prevention. Some people struggle with how to get involved. A simple conversation can have a big impact. But starting the conversation is usually the most difficult. Whether you begin a conversation with a brochure, a GBS fact, or even a simple "hello," you too can #starttheGBSconversation!
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Watch this video to see how Laura started her conversation through awareness ribbons she made to honor her grandson's battle with GBS.
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On Aug. 14, 2017, Laura Oakley, became a grandma. During her pregnancy, Leo’s mother received regular prenatal care and had what would seem like a normal pregnancy. She even tested negative for Group B Strep during her check-ups. To everyone’s delight Leonidas Nehemiah Oakley, or as Laura affectionately calls him, her “angel baby,” was born perfectly healthy.
However, when Leo was 17 days old he became lethargic and refused to eat. Leo’s parents took him to the hospital where he was immediately diagnosed with and treated for meningitis, sepsis and late-onset Group B Strep. The damage to Leo’s brain was too severe and on Sept. 23, 2017 he was removed from life support at just 6 weeks old. |
Share images to your social media to help get the word out about GBS and #starttheGBSconversation!
Download our #starttheGBSconversation awareness ribbons to post or share.
Help #starttheGBSconversation with your friends. Save and share an image on your socials. You can even pair it with sample wording above.
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Our Zazzle Shoppe has many customizable products including shirts, mugs, phone cases, hats, bumper stickers and more!
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You can also check out our GBSI store where all our products have FREE shipping!
Our #starttheGBSconversation products include nail dots, shoe laces, temporary tattoos, and stickers! |
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