A World Cup story that has nothing to do with soccer
Last week, Belgium’s Jérémy Doku flew home from the World Cup to be at the birth of his first child. His federation supported him.
Why aren’t we asking if dads are okay, too?
The arrival of a new baby changes a family in an instant. Alongside the anticipation and joy comes the challenges…
Juneteenth Isn’t Just One Day
This Juneteenth, we celebrate the emancipation of all African American people from forced enslavement and honor the enduring fight for liberation that made it possible.
Every birthing person deserves care that sees them
For LGBTQ+ birthing people, the postpartum experience is too often marked not by support, but by systems
72,000 Californians Lost Food Benefits. Could Someone You Know Be One of Them?
In the postpartum period, food is medicine.
250 Years In. Mothers Are Still Waiting.
In a few weeks, the United States will mark 250 years since it declared that all people are entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Then & Still: The Fight for Birth Workers
Black birthing people in the U.S. are three to four times more likely than their white counterparts…
Then & Still: The Fight for Maternal Mental Health
Mental health conditions are the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S.
Then & Still: The Fight for Paid Family Leave
73% of private sector workers have no access to paid family leave.
The Frontline Has Always Been Black
Black History Month is a time to celebrate legacy, resilience, and those actively building a better future. In the maternal health space, that means lifting up the Black birthworkers, doulas advocates who show up every day…
