Posts Tagged ‘Black mothers’
The Black women who choose to have children on their own: ‘We’re going in eyes open’
With growing support networks online and in person, these moms say they’re changing the narrative around Black single motherhood. These single moms by choice (SMBC) encounter difficulties family-building and rely on their communities for support.
Read MoreMoms of Black Babies More Likely to Be Flagged to Police Over Alleged Pregnancy Drug Use
The referrals from welfare agencies happen despite a lack of abuse or neglect, needlessly involving law enforcement with Black families.
Read MoreChicago mother says she gave birth on highway after hospital sent her home
Wells’ husband posted a video of her being turned away from the hospital before she gave birth in the car on the way to another hospital.
Read MoreBlack Birth Collection
Celebrate and reclaim Black and brown birthing experiences! Join us for resources, support, and empowerment in maternal and infant health. The Black Birth Collection is a free community event dedicated to celebrating and reclaiming the birthing experiences of Black and brown women and babies.
Read MoreCommunity Breastfeeding Gathering: In-Person
Community Breastfeeding Gatherings are education sessions for pregnant people and their families.
Read MoreWhat It Costs to Give Black Mothers a Second Chance
National Mama’s Bailout Day helped free dozens of women around the country who were too poor to make bail. Sheritha Scott was one of them. Here is her story.
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