Khadeen Ellis talks to Black Love about her decision to give birth at home after narrowly avoiding a blood transfusion delivering her first son at the hospital.
Inspired by her own transformative home birth, Elaine Welteroth embarked on a mission to create lasting change within the maternal health landscape.
Photographer Carmen Bridgewater blends artistry, empowerment, and advocacy into her work, helping Black mothers feel valued and protected.
As we celebrate Black Maternal Health Week, let's not only acknowledge the challenges but also recognize the resilience, strength, and beauty of Black motherhood.
Join "The Mama's Den" podcast and midwife Kim Durdin for a talk about Black Maternal Health Week, their personal birthing experiences, systemic challenges, resources, and actionable steps Black mothers and their families can take.
We’ve all heard the statistics of Black maternal mortality, now let’s talk resources. Follow these Black doulas and midwives on the front lines of change for Black Maternal Health.
Kedisha Washington thought that her swollen feet were just a symptom of pregnancy, but what followed was a stroke, days in the ICU and being diagnosed with HELLP Syndrome.
This year's theme is focused on joy and autonomy because our bodies belong to us, and we couldn’t agree more.
Pregnancy isn’t always a happy experience; in fact, women are more at risk of depression while pregnant. Affirmations gave me hope at a time when I was hopeless. I do not know where I would be without them.
Black women bear the brunt of implicit bias in the medical system and need to learn conditions that may cost them their lives.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, birthing doulas Laurel Gourrier and Danielle Jackson of Birth Stories in Color share insightful information for expecting parents on ways to have a peaceful birthing experience.
Black Love has compiled a thorough list of resources for families who have experienced neonatal and maternal loss during pregnancy or childbirth.
It’s Black Maternal Health Week, and we spoke with Tracie Collins, founder of the National Black Doulas Association, about your options before, during, and after pregnancy.
VIDEO: 4Kira4Moms founder Charles Johnson IV along with other health professionals, discuss the Black maternal health crisis and ways to protect our Black mothers during childbirth.
All Jasmin wanted to be when she grew up was a mother. Then, at 29, she had a full hysterectomy.
staging-blacklove.kinsta.cloud deepens the national conversation around Black maternal health with Black OB/GYN Dr. Jessica Shepherd.
It’s Black Maternal Health Week! Join staging-blacklove.kinsta.cloud as we deepen the national conversation around Black maternal health.
Did you know that pregnancy symptoms, though common, are not normal? There are natural ways to manage pain and discomfort, including chiropractic care during pregnancy.
Pregnancy symptoms, including insomnia, back pain, hip pain and labor pain, can be prevented with chiropractic care. Black Love finds out how.
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