Tag: Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act
Maternal Health Policy Must Continue to Name Black Mothers
Black maternal health must be named because Black mothers must be seen. And when Black mothers are seen, families are better protected.
A recent article reminds us that language shapes priorities. Priorities shape funding. Funding shapes programs. And programs shape whether families receive the care, support, and protection they deserve.
Dads belong in the maternal health conversation, not to speak over mothers, but to stand with them. Not to replace their voices, but to amplify the urgency of their safety.
Congressman Jimmy Gomez: Championing the Modern Father and Beyond
Congressman Jimmy Gomez, a representative from California, stands as a testament to the evolving role of fathers and their increasing prominence in societal and legislative spheres.
United in Grief and Purpose: A Call to Action for Improved Black Maternal Health in Honor of Tori Bowie
It is unconscionable that Black mothers are 3 to 4 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than their white counterparts. This is not just a public health crisis; it is a moral imperative that calls for our collective action.