The 31-year-old midwife based in South Carolina tragically died after delivering her first child. Dr. Smith dedicated her life to an ongoing crisis, and her loss was felt across maternal heath advocacy and beyond.

The free guide includes informational blogs and videos designed to navigate the Black maternal health crisis.

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.