Mom.com is kicking off a monthlong initiative around Black Maternal Health as we strive to raise awareness of the inequities Black women face. I’m not going to mince my words here: Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In addition to the medical inequities Black pregnant women face, Black moms also experience societal and economic barriers that significantly impact their wellness prenatal and postpartum.
And that’s why Mom.com is dedicated to raising awareness, amplifying the voices of activists and experts, highlighting organizations working to close the maternal health gap, and providing viable and useful resources for our audience. And the conversation won’t stop at the end of the month.
It is my sincere hope that this platform reaches moms everywhere and saves lives, or simply gives a mom the support and resources they so deserve. So stay tuned and join the conversation as we nurture a community and advocate for equality for all moms.
Forever your mommy friend,
Amaya Woodley
