Black birth equity saves lives thanks to initiatives like Baby Dove’s Expecting Care campaign. Statistics show Black women are three to five times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than White women.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year in the United States, hundreds of people die each year in the US during pregnancy or within a year of it. Most deaths are preventable by promptly addressing urgent signs and providing quality care.
Most of all, the persistence of racial disparities in health outcomes results from various factors. Lack of access to quality healthcare, the presence of underlying chronic conditions, the effects of structural racism, and implicit bias contribute to these disparities. These disparities are exacerbated by social determinants of health, which prevent many people from racial and ethnic minority groups from achieving equitable access to economic, physical, and emotional well-being.
As we continue to fight for equity in all spaces, we want to celebrate Black Maternal Health Week, April 11 – 17, 2024. It is an opportunity to raise awareness and take action to improve the health of Black mothers.
Baby Dove and the Gallery of Care
Thanks to Baby Dove, we attended the unveiling of their Gallery of Care, which was open for one night only. The intimate evening featured an inspiring, immersive discussion surrounding Black Maternal Health and a sneak peek of Baby Dove’s latest campaign showcasing the beauty of Black motherhood, captured through the lens of renowned photographer Solana Cain. The campaign includes mamas in various stages of pregnancy and early motherhood: Ronique, Jazzmine, Kendra, Matilda, and Jasmine. Each woman shares their unique experience and journey with motherhood.
Photographer and Doula Solana Cain, Spoken Word Poet Lisa Marie, Black Birth Equity Fund Recipient and Mother Jazzmine Burch, and PR and Influencer Marketing Lead, Personal…
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