Supporting choices and voices in birth: Ciara’s “why”
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Supporting choices and voices in birth: Ciara’s “why”

I am pursuing this work because I believe in the power of community and the importance of nurturing a woman's voice and choices during the birthing process.

Supporting women in birthing not only new life but new versions of themselves, and seeing them reclaim their strength and intuition, inspires me every day. I feel called to be a part of that process, providing care, guidance, and a compassionate presence in those sacred moments.

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Stop saying “health disparities” when it’s really obstetric racism
Anne Kathryn Rice Anne Kathryn Rice

Stop saying “health disparities” when it’s really obstetric racism

“We’re gonna stop calling these things disparities because they’re not disparities. It’s obstetric violence and obstetric racism that are the problems for maternal health care and black maternal health care specifically. They are disguised as something else so [the racism] is not addressed and called a spade a spade.

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After a traumatic first birth, I hired a doula for my second
Michelle Maisonville, CD(CBI), SBD Michelle Maisonville, CD(CBI), SBD

After a traumatic first birth, I hired a doula for my second

My family doctor, who had been at my first birth and knew what I wanted to avoid, suggested a doula. We were not well-off; but, we found an amazing doula through our local doula association. She was the perfect fit for our family. I measured big during my pregnancy. It concerned my doctor and she brought up Cesarean section. Thankfully, with my doula's support, I knew I could birth a 10 lb baby (if that would be the case). Our doula constantly checked in via phone. We had great visits as well. She supported all our wishes.

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