According to The American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing, induction rates have more than tripled in the last three decades and the actual ... Read More
Healthy Pregnancy
Cedars-Sinai Leads Mental Health Study to Help Black Pregnant Women
Although Black women are twice as likely as white women to develop perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), such as postpartum ... Read More
Pregnancy and Fibroids? 6 Facts Black Women Need To Know
About 80 percent of Black women will develop fibroids within their lifetime. We are two to three times more likely than our white ... 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
She Won: 8 Celebs Who’ve Battled Fertility Issues
According to the CDC, approximately 14 percent of women 15-49 years of age in the U.S. have difficulty becoming pregnant or carrying a ... Read More
Iron Intake: A Priority for Expectant Black Mothers
Attention to all expectant Black mothers – recent research has brought to light a critical issue in prenatal health that needs urgent ... Read More
Fit Family, Fit Future: Pregnancy Workouts for Every Black Woman
Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with excitement and anticipation, but it also comes with physical changes and challenges. Staying ... Read More
Ayesha Curry on Geriatric Pregnancy: “Being Told You’re ‘Old’ Feels Alarming & Wild”
Ayesha Curry is sparking a conversation about how people talk about pregnancy as women age. The actress, author and chef recently ... Read More
The Best Exercises For Each Trimester
When you’re pregnant, the focus becomes maintaining a healthy body so you can have an equally healthy baby. One aspect of your overall ... Read More
We Are the Faces of Black Maternal Health – Maria’s Story
In just a few minutes, you have the opportunity to witness a profound and empowering story that sheds light on a pressing issue: Black ... Read More
Pregnant? Here’s What To Expect At That First OB Appointment
This month we are going to break down that all-important first prenatal visit and specifically what you can expect. Don’t forget to check ... Read More
We Are the Faces of Black Maternal Health – Miasha’s Story
Research shows that Black mothers are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications compared to their white ... Read More
