black moms

Maternal deaths are dropping—but Black moms are still at the highest risk

Black women in the U.S. are about 3.5 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.

Black Moms are being told to ‘speak up’ during birth—but they deserve better, too

Black women in the U.S. are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. 

Why it’s important to address the Derek Chauvin verdict with your kids

Whether or not you feel directly impacted by George Floyd's murder, this is a necessary conversation to have as a family.

President Biden spoke to George Floyd’s daughter following yesterday’s guilty verdict

"Daddy did change the world," Biden told Gianna Floyd.

The White House has addressed Black maternal health—and it’s about time

"Black women in our country are facing a maternal health crisis," said Vice President Kamala Harris.

Elizabeth Warren has a plan for the staggering black maternal mortality rates

"Black women are 3 to 4 times more likely than white women to die from pregnancy or childbirth-related causes. A major reason? Racism. We need to hold health systems accountable for protecting black moms," says Warren.