Attention to all expectant Black mothers – recent research has brought to light a critical issue in prenatal health that needs urgent ... Read More
Healthy Pregnancy
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
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
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
We Are the Faces of Black Maternal Health – Aryana’s Story
In partnership with the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC), we invite you to ... Read More
6 Pregnancy Terms You Probably Won’t Hear Again
The words a midwife chooses to use are integral to the care she gives. Changes in the corresponding language mirror the development of ... Read More
Dr. Perkins on Black Maternal Health Crisis: “Trust Me When I Say I’m In Pain”
Although more than 80 percent of maternal deaths are preventable, women of color have the highest rates of pregnancy-related death, ... 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