Why Birthing Parents Like Me Can’t Wait for Build Back Better to Pass
The Build Back Better Act’s investments in health care are essential in providing parents with access to care that they may have thought was unimaginable, says senior policy analyst Isha Weerasinghe.
How To Truly Save The Lives Of Black Mamas And Birthing Folks
Ashlei Spivey, founder of I Be Black Girl, and Elizabeth Barajas-Román, President & CEO of the Women’s Funding Network, have some solutions for Black birthing disparities.
Check On Mom: New Program Seeks To Prioritize Mental Health Of Moms In The Fourth Trimester And Beyond
"Being able to lean into a support system allows a woman to focus on what really matters – her baby and her mental health and well-being."
"Birthing While Black" Congressional Hearing Amplifies Black Maternal Health Crisis
Actress Tatyana Ali testified in Congress on her "traumatizing" birthing experience, joining other witnesses who shared stories of childbirth trauma.
It's "The Easy Way Out" And Other Misconceptions About C-Sections Debunked By An OBGYN
Andrea Alexander, MD on the reasons more people are having C-sections, when they're recommended, and why they're certainly not the "easy," ideal route.
A Black-Owned Care Box for Moms Post Delivery? Yes, Please!
New Fourth Phase Afterbirth Box was created to help moms find comfort during their “fourth trimester”.
7 Resources for New and Expecting Black Mothers
Black Maternal Health Week is every week—here are the resources expectant moms need to save.
These Lawmakers Are Putting Black Maternal Health First and Making A Difference
These Black women are stepping into their power and doing their part to help enact government changes that will save more Black moms’ lives.
We Didn’t Create the Black Maternal Health Crisis, But We Are Stepping Up To Solve It
For too long, Black people have been blamed for the health disparities and poor health outcomes that systemic racism has wrought on our communities and our bodies.
9 Black Doulas And Midwives To Follow Now — Whether You're Expecting Or Not
Learn about your options and the work that's being done by these ladies to make the birthing process safer for Black women.
The U.S. Maternal Mortality Crisis Demands Action—From All Of Us
Members of Congress unveil the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act to address America’s maternal health crisis.
San Francisco To Give Expecting Black Moms $1,000 Stipend
The Abundant Birth Project is said to be the first of its kind in the United States.
Cassie Shows Off Her Proud 'Before And After' Photo After Emotional Postpartum Weight Loss Journey
After gaining 60 pounds during pregnancy, the singer worked tirelessly to get back and shape and feel healthy again.
Rep. Ilhan Omar Speaks On The Importance Of Addressing Racial Bias In Black Maternal Care
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) explains to ESSENCE why there is a need for a cultural reckoning regarding how we address the Black maternal mortality crisis
Protesters Emerge Outside Of Brooklyn Hospital After Black Mom Dies Giving Birth
Family and friends of Sha-Asia Washington demand transparency and justice following her death.