Black Maternal Health

maternal mortality

High Cost of Pregnancy: Maternal mortality rates increase dramatically with black women bearing the burden

The U.S. maternal mortality rate increased to 32.9 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2021 from 23.8 in 2020, according to data released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Iffath Abbasi Hoskins, president of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, said this is a stunning 40% increase in preventable deaths …

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Support Moms With This Resource: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

Support Moms With This Resource: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline – Maternal health is so important, whether we have a pregnant mom-to-be, postpartum mom after childbirth, or a veteran mama with a new baby who juggles literally everything on a daily basis. There’s an important resource to equip in your arsenal should you or someone …

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