Birth Justice Collaborative’s Post

The work of birth justice spans birthing rights, traditional practices, family stability, healthcare equity and more. We are looking to explore opportunities for expanding funding and fostering collaborative efforts in the vital realm of birth justice - Let's connect! During this session, you can anticipate: - Learning more about where we've been and current efforts of the Birth Justice Collaborative. - Discussing collaborative projects and initiatives that can amplify our impact. - Network and build stronger alliances within our community. Email us at [email protected] to set up your Lunch & Learn meeting! #BirthJusticeCollaborative #BirthJustice #LunchandLearn

The work of birth justice spans birthing rights, traditional practices, family stability, healthcare equity and more. We are looking to explore opportunities for expanding funding and fostering collaborative efforts in the vital realm of birth justice - Let's connect! During this session, you can anticipate: - Learning more about where we've been and current efforts of the Birth Justice Collaborative. - Discussing collaborative projects and initiatives that can amplify our impact. - Network and build stronger alliances within our community. Email us at [email protected] to set up your Lunch & Learn meeting! #BirthJusticeCollaborative #BirthJustice #LunchandLearn

Engaging community is a cornerstone of the Birth Justice Collaborative. Our Guiding Principles for Engagement emphasize co-designing, creating supportive spaces, fostering access, and honoring participants' time and wisdom. These values ensure inclusive and respectful collaboration, and ultimately, effective progress towards birth justice. #CommunityEngagement #InclusiveCollaboration #RespectAndValue #BirthJustice #BirthJusticeAdvocacy #Perinatal #maternity #CulturalCare #MaternalCare #HealthEquity #BirthJusticeCollaborative

Let's start a conversation! How can we, as a society, better recognize and support the diverse experiences of all mothers, including birth mothers, adoptive mothers, and other caregivers? 🤔💬 What steps can you personally take to contribute to this awareness and support? 💪❤️ #MotherhoodUnfiltered #OpenAdoption #DiverseMotherhood #MaternalSupport #HowItFeelsToBeAMother #MomsJourney 🎧✨ 🌐 Learn more and watch/listen to episode 11 "A Birth Mother's Story of Open Adoption: Maternal Love Beyond Boundaries" at howitfeelstobeamother.com and join the conversation! 🌐

DID YOU KNOW the United States is considered the worst place to give birth among high-income nations? And that Black women in particular are much more likely to die from childbirth or suffer life-threatening complications. In Texas alone, which is responsible for 1 in 10 of the nation’s births, a 2022 report found that Black women there are twice as likely to die as their White peers. The report also found that aspiring Black parents are at even greater risk of experiencing serious complications during childbirth, with a disproportionate burden of close calls.  And yet, the report found that #90%ofDeathsArePreventable How can any country, who expends so much hot air arguing about the politics of nonsense, allow this to happen? #simplyunacceptable

In the United States, women who give birth are dying at higher rates than in other high-income countries – and these deaths are largely preventable. Black birthing women have a 33% higher risk at dying due to maternal health issues. Systemic inequalities are just one factor to blame. When women don’t have access to adequate and safe housing, difficulty getting to postpartum check ups, and difficulty getting nutritious food, they fall to a greater risk. One way to help combat this is to bring awareness to the issue and support the role of doulas and midwives in the birth story of Black women. With their support, Black women are more likely to have a positive birthing experience. GWHI supports the advocacy of doulas and midwives in the birthing process. The #Betterbirth project is aimed primarily at BIPOC doulas to bridge the educational gap and help more birthing moms get the postnatal care and follow up they deserve. Help support our project. buff.ly/42nY47w

#GetAHeadStart Did you know...Head Start programs provide services to children from birth to age 5 and pregnant women and pregnant people in every U.S. state and territory. 📚 ✏ Learn how to enroll your child in a Head Start program by calling us at 1-888-227-0010. 🤳 You Thrive Florida Florida Head Start Association National Head Start Association #youthriveflorida #headstart #earlyheadstart

Every mother deserves a safe and healthy pregnancy, yet the reality is starkly different for Black women and birthing parents. Statistics show they are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women. This alarming disparity highlights the urgent need for advocacy and support for Black mothers. It's not just about physical health but also mental well-being. By raising our voices, challenging systemic inequalities, and ensuring access to quality healthcare for all mothers of every race, we can create a safer, healthier, and more equitable spaces for Black people to bring life into this world. #blackmaternalhealthweek #bipochealthmonth

In February, we highlighted Black doulas and birth advocates through our #DoulaDiaries series. Today, on #BlackDoulaDay, join us in reflecting on the important role they play in improving #Blackmaternalhealth. https://lnkd.in/eEDTjb8c #BMHW24 #BlackMaternalHealth #BlackDoulaDay #BlackMamasMatter #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

Wondering why the focus on DEI is necessary? Read this post and article. Thank you for sharing this important information, Mallary!