Addressing the Black Maternal Health Crisis: Our Mission in Issue No. 4
Issue No. 4: Black Maternal Health
Black women in the U.S. face a maternal health crisis. According to the CDC, they are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. Black infants are also more than twice as likely to die before their first birthday. These disparities highlight an urgent need for change.
For our fourth issue, we assembled a dedicated advisory board of nurse practitioners, doulas, activists, and mothers. Their expertise shaped our editorial approach, ensuring we provided vital information and support to Black women and their families throughout their maternal health journey.
This issue focuses on the systemic challenges Black women face in family planning, pregnancy, and child-rearing. We spotlight groundbreaking work across the U.S., from policy reform to grassroots advocacy, highlighting the women leading the fight for better maternal health outcomes.
Our goal is to raise awareness, empower Black mothers, and drive meaningful change. Join us in amplifying the conversation and taking action for Black maternal health.
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