Emily Little, PhD’s Post

Centering #BlackMaternalHealth and wellness is not just a week on our calendar, it's a value and priority that guides all of our work. Follow Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA) for more on the need for #BlackMaternalHealthWeek and how you can participate!

It was an honor to hear Esa M Davis, MD MPH FAAFP share her powerful story at the “Mitigating the Impact of Racism on Maternal and Child Health” event. Her journey through postpartum heart failure highlighted the systemic barriers Black mothers face—barriers reflected in Maryland’s alarming maternal mortality rate of 21.3 per 100,000, with 80% of these deaths preventable. 📊 The facts are clear: Hypertensive disorders and systemic racism are major contributors. 💡 The solution is clearer: Evidence-based interventions like blood pressure screenings during pregnancy can save lives. Health equity means ensuring every mother has a fair chance at a safe and healthy pregnancy. Together, we can build a future where no mother is left behind. 🤝 #HealthEquity #MaternalHealth #EndDisparities #CommunityCare

The U.S. has one of the highest maternal mortality rates, and Black women are disproportionately affected. We can’t sit back and accept this.   Today kicks off #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, a time to bring attention and action to improving Black maternal health.   ☑️ At Florida Blue, we’ve created a maternal health equity dashboard to better identify disparities and determine where to deploy solutions and resources.   ☑️ We’re piloting solutions at the local level that can be scaled more broadly across the state.   ☑️ And we’re partnering with providers to connect members with community-based resources and support.   Together, we can all serve as a voice for Black women before, during and after pregnancy, and help change the trajectory of maternal health outcomes in our country. #BMHW #BMHW24 #BlackMaternalHealthWeek

Black mothers have the highest maternal mortality rate in the U.S. They are nearly 3x more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white mothers. This is why #BlackMaternalHealthWeek matters. We know why Black women have higher rates of death during and following pregnancy: structural racism and systemic barriers to care. The U.S. MUST prioritize Black maternal health by: 👩🏽⚕️ Increasing access to quality, culturally competent care for Black mothers 🤰🏽 Expanding Medicaid postpartum coverage to 1 year and covering doula services To Black Mamas, You deserve to: 💙 Be listened to 💛 Have your health and wellbeing honored 💜 Access to equitable, high-quality care Source of stats: CDC #BMHW24 #BlackMamasMatter

BCBS companies are proud to celebrate Black Maternal Health Week -founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA) - and stand with all those who advocate for Black maternal health equity. We won’t rest until every mom and baby go home healthy. These are the steps we’re taking to arrest the maternal health crisis, in collaboration with providers, advocates, policymakers and moms to make every stage of pregnancy equitable and safe for everyone: https://lnkd.in/gtix3PFf #BMHW24

Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women are. It also shows that 80% of all pregnancy-related deaths are preventable.    Issues like this one are why Premera supports the work Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is doing to identify and help to close health equity gaps and ensure that every person gets the care they need. We hope you'll join us in working to build a future for healthcare that is safer for every mother, every baby, and every person.    #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BMHW24

Let's talk about a sobering reality: each year in the US, hundreds of lives are lost during pregnancy or in the year after. Alarmingly, Black women face a threefold higher risk of pregnancy-related death compared to white women. This isn't just about biology—it's about systemic disparities. Factors like unequal healthcare access, chronic conditions, and implicit bias play a role. It's time to address social determinants of health. Everyone deserves equal opportunities for health and well-being. By listening, recognizing warning signs, and ensuring timely, respectful care, we can prevent many of these tragedies. Let's work together to make pregnancy safer for all. #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #BlackMaternalHealth #PregnancySafety #BMHW24 #MaternalHealthAwareness

The reality we cannot ignore! Black women are 2.3 times more likely to experience severe pregnancy complications, such as hemorrhage or preeclampsia, compared to white women—regardless of income or education. (Source: CDC) This is why the work we do at the Black Birth Collection matters. By addressing disparities in maternal healthcare, we aim to advocate for equity, education, and better outcomes for Black and brown families. Join us in spreading awareness and pushing for systemic change. https://lnkd.in/gusMUW7R #MaternalHealth #BlackMomsMatter #HealthEquity #BlackBirthCollection #Milwaukee #MKE #MilwaukeeMaternalHealth

I am so excited to announce that as a part of my TNFI Perinatal & Maternal Health Initiative the Tyler Nicole Foundation in collaboration with the Nassau County Department of Health, Nassau County Perinatal Services Network’s Education and Outreach Workgroup will be putting on an event titled "A Conversation Surrounding Black Maternal & Infant Health". The event will take place on: Date: May 22, 2024 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Office of Health Equity 40 Main Street Suite C Hempstead, NY 11550 This documentary is an amazing opportunity for the public to learn about the perinatal loss crisis in this country. The event will include a panel discussion and panelist members including Sharon Turnage, PhD Candidate, LMSW, CASAC T & Woods T Amina to shed light on the perinatal loss crisis in the US and how it impacts families. We'll be screening the documentary "Toxic: A Black Women's Story," a powerful film exploring the impact of stress on pregnant black women. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn and engage on this important topic. Here is the link to register for this event: https://lnkd.in/gdeGxKG4 Please share and repost! #Iam1in4 #perinatal #perinatalloss #perinatalhealth #perinatallossawareness #TNFIevents #maternalandinfanthealth #maternal #maternalhealth #maternalloss #childloss #childlossawarness #babyloss #babylossawareness #research #education #black #blackwomen #BMHW #pregnancy #pregnancyloss #healthdisparities #Northwell #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #nassaucountydepartmentofhealth #tylernicolefoundation #sharonturnage #toxicdocumentary #MountSinai #toxicablackwomensstory

This week is Black Maternal Health Awareness Week. Monday 22nd - Sunday 28th April marks a week-long campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the disparities in maternal outcomes for Black women and birthing people. The event is hosted by Five X More, an initiative dedicated to making changes with its parliamentary lobbying to the government and recommendations to the NHS. It also focuses on empowering Black women and birthing people to make informed choices and advocate for themselves throughout their pregnancies and after childbirth. According to the MBRRACE UK, 2023 report (a report that looks into maternal deaths), Black women in the UK have a four-fold higher risk of dying in pregnancy in comparison to a white woman. Historically, this number was five times more (MBRRACE 2018 & 2019), hence the initiative’s name. Find out more about Black Maternal Health Awareness Week here: https://lnkd.in/eKKuf49V #BMHAW24