Birth Strides @BirthStrides
Memphis' community-based doula organization birthstrides.org Memphis, TN Joined June 2017-
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I'm discussing “Normalizing Humane Care in Pregnancy & Beyond: Providers” with Kimathi Coleman. Tuesday, Feb 2 at 4:00 PM CST on @JoinClubhouse. Join us! joinclubhouse.com/event/Gxo2YQlP
I'm discussing “Let’s talk birth etiquette” with Kimathi Coleman. Today, Jan 19 at 6:00 PM CST on @joinclubhouse. Join us! joinclubhouse.com/event/4MEKwzlP
You may join SACRED Birth if you... -Identify as Black or African American - Are 18 years of age or older - Gave birth to a live newborn in 2020 - Gave birth in a hospital anywhere in the U.S., w/ a focus on California or Memphis, TN sacredbirth.ucsf.edu @SACRED_PREM_OB
As we do the work of supporting Black pregnant people, we need the support of our community at large. gofundme.com/f/birth-stride… @gofundme
Commit to doing at least one self-care act a day. It can be as simple as a 30 minute walk or meditation; or you could try something like a virtual session with a licensed therapist. Many insurances offer free or low co-pay sessions. #selfcareishealthcare
What if all Black women and girls enjoyed optimal health and well-being in a socially just society?? Now that’s our idea of independence. (IG @mkoby_ your art is always an entire mood!) #blackwomenshealth #BWHI
We’re so grateful for reaching a quarter of our goal in the first week. Please continue to share and donate. gofundme.com/f/birth-stride…
Please support us in providing culturally sound doula support for Black families in Memphis. gf.me/u/x7ygky #blackmomsandbabieslivesmatter #memphis #reproductivejustice #blackdoulas
Disruptions in insurance coverage disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minority women before, during and after pregnancy. labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/racial-… #BlackMamasMatter
@chitra_mdmba One of our doulas is currently at a birth and has been with the mom for nearly 24 hours. We serve quite a few clients who are not partnered and we’re their only support. #doulasmatter
Why are Black Mamas getting less treatment for postpartum depression? For some moms of color, a fear of being labeled a 'bad mom' keeps them from seeking help npr.org/sections/healt… #BlackMaternalHealth #BlackMamasMatter
Supporting Birth Strides on #GivingTuesday allows us to continue our work of providing no-cost doula services to Black women and teens in the Memphis community. Make your one-time or recurring donation at: bit.ly/birthstridesgi… #BlackMaternalHealth #Choose901
We still have work to do in combating the stigma, shame & blame associated with pregnancy loss. Grateful to start the conversation with @NPR 's @1a, Joshua Johnson, @Joyce_McFadden, Dr. Zev Williams. the1a.org/shows/2019-06-…
Lead with Empathy and NOT sympathy. #onourownterms #blacktranslivesmatter #Endingtheepidemic #BWHI
Top 5 Reasons We Need A Black Breastfeeding Week « Black Breastfeeding Week buff.ly/2obWLYN
Missing Person: SCSO needs your help in locating Taquila Hayes,41,who has been missing for more than two months. Call detectives at 901-222-5600 if you know the whereabouts of this missing Cordova mother.
Exercise in the water is becoming more popular during the prenatal period and offers many benefits for the pregnant mother, both physiological and psychological. midwiferytoday.com/mt-articles/th…
For the sake of doctors and patients, we must fix hospital culture, by @DrAmithaMD @BlairBigham go.shr.lc/32nekYF via @bmj_latest @christinecbc
Protect Black Mamas & Babies: Black women almost twice as likely to suffer stillbirths, study shows bit.ly/2JwO1H6 #MaternalMortality #BWHI
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