What the Baby Formula Shortage Means for Black Mothers

Black women use formula at disproportionately higher rates than white women.

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Pushing for Black Maternal Health Equity: Doula Shares Essential Tips for Moms-to-Be

Nicha Cumberbatch, a Black doula, Physician’s assistant and childbirth educator talks about how expecting mothers can best advocate for themselves in the doctor’s office.

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What One Black Birth Worker Wants You to Know About Advocating for Yourself

Nicha Cumberbatch, a doula, physician’s assistant and childbirth educator, has these essential tips for Black expecting mothers as they prepare to find a provider.

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Captivating Photo Series Showcases Exotic Dancers in Motherhood

Photographer Hajar Benjia captured exotic dancers in Atlanta to offer an alternative view of women who help the city thrive as a famed Hip-Hop scene.

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‘When You Hurt My Child, You Hurt Me’: Chris Rock’s Mother Speaks on Will Smith Slap

Rose Rock spoke to a local TV station in South Carolina about the viral assault that occured at this year’s Oscars.

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Minnesota Mothers Outraged After Teacher Cuts Son’s Afro Without Permission

Daetney and Tadow McReynolds say a teacher cut their 12-year-old son’s hair off with scissors.

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Michelle Obama Reflects on Having 2 Grown Daughters

The former First Lady joined the Ellen DeGeneres Show on Tuesday and talked about being an empty nester.

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Meet 8 Women Benefiting from Baby Dove’s Black Birth Equity Fund

Baby Dove partnered with Black Mamas Matter Alliance to help Black birthing people access doula care.

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How Black Maternal Health Week has Impacted Reproductive Justice

Black Mamas Matter Alliance began the national campaign to work toward improving maternal outcomes for Black people.

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Ketanji Brown Jackson Confirmed as First Black Woman on U.S. Supreme Court

The federal judge’s nomination was approved Thursday as the 116th justice to serve on the nation’s highest court.

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