Preterm Birth

What I Wish I Knew: The Truth About Preterm Birth for Black Women

In the world of maternal healthcare, few voices resonate with as much urgency and clarity as Dr. Kim Bruno’s. A healthcare provider with 17 ... Read More

My Water Broke 3 Weeks Early—Here’s What I Wish I Knew About Preterm Labor

Pregnancy is often a journey filled with anticipation, excitement, and a touch of nervousness. But for many women, it can also come with ... Read More

A Blood Test That Could Change Everything for Black Moms-to-Be

For Black women, the journey to motherhood comes with unique challenges. One in 10 babies in the US are born preterm. Black mothers are 50 ... Read More

5 Things Black Women Should Know About Preterm Birth

Having a 'bun in the oven' can be a time of excitement and joy about what's to come, but if your bun doesn't 'bake' long enough, that can be ... Read More

Hot Mama? Extreme Temperatures May Increase Risk For Preterm Birth

Expectant mothers worried about their chances of having a premature baby may want to be more mindful of the weather. RELATED: 5 ... Read More

9 Things You Need To Know About Preterm Baby Care

Bringing home a new, premature, baby can be a very scary experience for new parents. After weeks and sometimes months in NICU, who would ... Read More

Exercise & Pregnancy: What’s Safe?

Are you expecting and a bit of a fitness fanatic? Not sure how much is too much with a bun in the oven? BlackDoctor.org recently caught up ... Read More

Preterm Birth: 3 Things Women Must Do

Up to one-quarter of preterm births might be prevented if women paid attention to three risk factors that are under their control, research ... Read More

Kaleb “Baby Buns”: The “13oz of Faith” Miracle Baby

It's hard to believe it has been over six years since Kaleb Arkell Graves, better known as "Baby Buns" got to go home and start life after a ... Read More