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P2i Baby – Safe Pregnancy & Healthy Children


EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Forum Institute (501(c)(3) nonprofit organization) is widely recognized by academic institutions and the government as the largest and most successful think tank in the United States focusing on Special Needs Children. In 2014, The FORUM began a very ambitious public health initiative called P2i (Preconception to Infancy) in order to build scientific consensus around an evidence- based protocol to significantly increase the rate of safe pregnancies and healthy children.

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What is P2i?

P2i stands for Preconception to Infancy.

A revolutionary approach to the practice of medicine that reduces miscarriages and helps ensure infants a healthy start in life.

Step-by-step guidance, based on hard science, that can dramatically increase a woman’s odds of delivering a full-term baby who will not suffer from chronic disorders like ADHD, cancer, serious allergies and autism. The goal of the P2i initiative is to positively affect one million babies’ lives in five years. The Forum™ and P2i® are trademarks of The Forum.

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P2i (Preconception to Infancy) is a program that can positively affect the health outcomes of generations of children. Sponsored by the non-profit organization, the Forum, it has the primary objective of ensuring healthy pregnancies to reduce and prevent chronic childhood illnesses that are on the rise across the globe. We know that 90 percent of chronic illnesses are a result of environmental factors. We also know that complications in pregnancy lead to increased risks for the offspring to develop chronic illness.

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P2i (Preconception to Infancy) is a program that can positively affect the health outcomes of generations of children. Sponsored by the non-profit organization, the Forum, it has the primary objective of ensuring healthy pregnancies to reduce and prevent chronic childhood illnesses that are on the rise across the globe. We know that 90 percent of chronic illnesses are a result of environmental factors. We also know that complications in pregnancy lead to increased risks for the offspring to develop chronic illness.

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Our Mission:

To empower women to have healthy, full-term pregnancies, thus reducing the incidence of serious, chronic disorders among their children.

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The Forum’s P2i Faculty

Robert Hendren, DO
Robert Hendren, DOFaculty Chair
Research Areas: Primary areas of research and… Read More
José F. Cordero, MD, MPH
José F. Cordero, MD, MPH
His current research focuses on the risk factors and prevention… Read More
Jeanne Conry, MD, PhD
Jeanne Conry, MD, PhD
Jeanne Conry, MD, PhD was the 64th President of the American Congress of Obstetricians… Read More
Philip J. Landrigan, MD, MSc
Philip J. Landrigan, MD, MSc
He has been a member of the faculty of Mount Sinai School of Medicine… Read More
Dr. Sanjay Kapur
Dr. Sanjay Kapur
Dr. Sanjay Kapur is an entrepreneurial executive, scientist, speaker, anti-aging expert… Read More
Brenda Eskenazi, PhD.
Brenda Eskenazi, PhD.
Current Research Interests: Reproductive hazards of chemical exposure… Read More
David Berger, MD
David Berger, MD
David Berger, MD is a board-certified pediatrician who specializes in… Read More
Carol Wagner
Carol Wagner
Dr. Carol Wagner, a board-certified pediatrician and neonatologist… Read More
James Neuenschwander
James Neuenschwander
Dr. James Neuenschwander is a practicing General Practice doctor… Read More
Stephen Shore
Stephen Shore
Dr. Stephen Shore is a professor at Adelphi University where his research focuses on matching best practice to the needs of people with autism… Read More
Stuart Freedenfeld, MD
Stuart Freedenfeld, MD
Dr. Stuart Freedenfeld is currently clinical instructor with Rutgers Medical School… Read More
Anthony Macherone, Ph.D.
Anthony Macherone, Ph.D.
Anthony Macherone is a Senior Scientist, Collaboration and Technical Lead at Agilent Technologies Inc. … Read More
Charles Sailey, MD, MS, FCAP
Charles Sailey, MD, MS, FCAP
Dr. Charles J. Sailey obtained dual master degrees in cell biology and biotechnology… Read More
Kent L. Thornburg
Kent L. Thornburg
Kent L. Thornburg received his Ph.D. in developmental physiology and… Read More
Zahra Mehdizadeh Kashi, PhD, HCLD
Zahra Mehdizadeh Kashi, PhD, HCLD
Zahra Mehdizadeh Kashi is a board-certified molecular immunohematologist… Read More

The Forum Board – Executive Committee

David Humphrey, JD
David Humphrey, JDBoard President
David Humphrey, Esq.has devoted tremendous time and energy during the past 11 years… Read More
Olin Wethington
Olin Wethington
Olin Wethington is a nonresident fellow at Atlantic Council’s Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security… Read More
Gleason Eakin
Gleason EakinBoard Chair
Gleason Eakin is a founder of NWAF, and former Board Member… Read More
Lee Grossman
Lee GrossmanCEO of Center of Exellence
Along with his role with The Forum Institute, Lee is President… Read More
Steve Mulhall
Steve Mulhall
Steve is a successful global sales and marketing executive… Read More

The Forum Board

Margaret Bauman, MD
Margaret Bauman, MD
Dr. Bauman is a distinguished pediatric neurologist and research investigator… Read More
David Cheveallier
David Cheveallier
David has more than 35 years in senior management of non-profit organizations… Read More
John Finnell
John Finnell
John is a retired business executive and consultant with more than 20 years of experience… Read More
Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD
Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD
Dr. Granpeesheh has dedicated over 30 years to helping individuals with autism lead healthy… Read More
Judi A. Rees
Judi A. Rees
Judi is a longtime supporter of many children’s charities in the Bay Area… Read More
Frank Rudolph
Frank Rudolph
Frank brings many years of fiscal management to his role as a Forum board member… Read More
John DeHoney
John DeHoney
John DeHoney is the Executive Director of The Forum…. Read More

Accomplishments – National award major publications

THE 2015 IACC SUMMARY OF ADVANCES IN AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER RESEARCH

Each year, the IACC releases its annual list of scientific advances that represent significant progress in the field. The 20 studies selected have given new insight into the underlying biology of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and potential risk factors, examined the state of the science in early screening and diagnosis, and evaluated promising early intervention strategies. The advances also address health outcomes for children and adults with autism, and issues related to education, transition to adulthood, and employment.

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PEDIATRICS – Early Identification and Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder: Executive Summary, 2015

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by impaired social communication skills and isolated areas of interest. The current prevalence of these disorders is estimated to be 1 in 68, and recent estimates of the risk of recurrence in families with at least 1 child diagnosed with ASD are 10% to 19%. Advances have been made in identifying genetic variants that can account for biological vulnerability to ASD, although recent studies examining patterns of heredity implicate environmental factors and potential gene-by-environment interactions.

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PEDIATRICS – Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Disorders – 2010

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are common and clinically heterogeneous neurodevelopmental disorders. Gastrointestinal disorders and associated symptoms are commonly reported in individuals with ASDs, but key issues such as the prevalence and best treatment of these conditions are incompletely understood. A central difficulty in recognizing and characterizing gastrointestinal dysfunction with ASDs is the communication difficulties experienced by many affected individuals.

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Predicting-Preventing-Treating-Autism

Autism is Predictable, Preventable and Treatable
Not Just A Dream, Almost a Reality.

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Autism Advocate: Environmental Health and Autism

Since 1983, the Autism Treatment Center of America™ has provided innovative training programs for parents and professionals caring for children challenged by Autism Spectrum Disorders and related developmental difficulties.

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Scientific Findings

The Science that Supports P2i

The Forum has reviewed the scientific literature and collected peer-reviewed articles that support and elucidate P2i’s vision of improving pregnancy outcomes.

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NIEHS/EPA Children’s Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Research Center

Environmental exposures in the earliest stages of human development—including before birth—influence the occurrence of disease later in life. Since 1997, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have partnered to investigate new frontiers in the field of children’s environmental health research by supporting research devoted to children’s environmental health and disease prevention.

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Project TENDR: Targeting Environmental Neuro-Development Risks

Children in America today are at an unacceptably high risk of developing neurodevelopmental disorders that affect the brain and nervous system including autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, intellectual disabilities, and other learning and behavioral disabilities. These are complex disorders with multiple causes—genetic, social, and environmental. The contribution of toxic chemicals to these disorders can be prevented. Approach: Leading scientific and medical experts, along with children’s health advocates, came together in 2015 under the auspices of Project TENDR: Targeting Environmental Neuro-Developmental Risks to issue a call to action to reduce widespread exposures to chemicals that interfere with fetal and children’s brain development.

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OBGYN: Committee Opinion

This Committee Opinion was developed by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Committee on Health Care for Underserved Women and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine Practice Committee with the assistance of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment. The Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment endorses this document. This document reflects emerging clinical and scientific advances as of the date issued and is subject to change. This information should not be construed as dictating an exclusive course of treatment or procedure to be followed.

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Heavy Metal Contamination of Prenatal Vitamins

Prenatal vitamins are often consumed daily during gestation and postnatally for up to 18-24 months with belief that supplementation achieves better outcomes. Detrimental effects of gestational exposure to adverse chemical agents are gathering increasing attention. This study was designed to asses toxic element contamination in prenatal supplements.

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JAMA: Call to Action on Neurotoxin Exposure in Pregnant Woman and Children

Citing an alarming increase in childhood neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a group of scientists, health professionals, and children’s health advocates is calling for increased monitoring, assessment, and reduction of neurotoxic chemicals.

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