maternal mortality

The Boston Neighborhood Network discusses racial inequities in Black maternal health care, and what we can do about this public health crisis.

A network of indigenous doulas in Washington shows how Indigenous knowledge and experience foster healthier pregnancies and birth outcomes within Native communities.

Jennie Joseph, a Black certified professional midwife, an educator, and a Time 2022 Woman of the Year, discusses her calling to midwifery.

Six Black midwives share their insights and experiences in the face of today's worsening maternal and infant mortality rates.

Specific policy recommendations for addressing the global climate crisis that would also reduce health risks to pregnant people.

This fact sheet from the World Health Organization outlines noteworthy facts and statistics regarding abortion around the globe.

A candid personal story about one woman’s experiences with ectopic pregnancy and pulmonary embolism, including information on who is at the greatest risk.

Dr. Monica McLemore and Melissa Harris-Perry discuss legislation to address the black maternal health crisis in the U.S.

This article studies the potential effects of climate change on pregnancies and newborns.

Through personal stories and interviews with experts, this article looks at why Black people in the U.S. are more likely than white people to experience traumatic births.

An audio interview and written transcript with OBOS content expert Sabia Wade about becoming a doula, race and health disparities, advocacy, and the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.

This article discusses some of the most common heart conditions seen during pregnancy, describes what those conditions mean, and gives recommendations.