Tag: Black maternal health
Olympian Tori Bowie Died from Childbirth Complications, Autopsy Finds
The 32-year-old gold medalist was found at home after a well-being check in May, and she was approximately eight months pregnant.
Read More‘Letters to Black Mamas’ Inspires Liberated Parenting on Mother’s Day
A Washington D.C. based nonprofit launched its second installment of its Mother’s Day campaign.
Read MoreBaby Dove launches Black Doula Directory to Help Empower Birthing Families
The skin-care brand is partnering with Sista Midwife Productions to help Black moms access doula care.
Read MoreOverdue: A Resource Helping Black Expecting Mothers Find Their Voice
The free guide includes informational blogs and videos designed to navigate the Black maternal health crisis.
Read MoreWhat 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.
Read MoreFirst Black Maternal Health Momnibus Bill Signed into Law
Protecting Moms Who Served will invest $15 million into improving maternity care for women veterans and investigating racial disparities in maternal health outcomes among them.
Read MoreCalifornia Governor Signs ‘Momnibus’ Act to Help Improve Black Maternal and Infant Care in the State
Newsom’s SB 65 will establish a maternal mortality board to improve research on pregnancy-related and infant deaths in the state.
Read MoreCalifornia Maternal Health Care Program Helps Combat Racial Bias in Medical Industry
Alameda County Health System’s BElovedBIRTH Black Centering program focuses on Black birthing parents and their needs.
Read More7 maternal health resources for Black moms
The maternal health crisis disproportionately affects Black mothers. Here are a few resources to bookmark.
Read MoreInaugural Black Maternal Health Week kicks off
Black Mamas Matter Alliance is leading the first Black Maternal Health Week to further raise awareness about and rally behind a harrowing crisis among black mothers, who die in childbirth at
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