Black Maternal Mortality

Black Midwives Push Back Against Georgia’s Birth Restrictions in Major Lawsuit

The suit challenges rules advocates say criminalize midwifery and worsen maternal health outcomes across the state.
04/07/2026

A Judge Forced A Black Woman Into A C-Section Against Her Will

During a virtual hearing and without her lawyer present, Cherise Doyley faced a judge, doctors, and the hospital’s lawyers while in labor, who all pushed her to have surgery despite her demands.
03/23/2026

Focus on YOU! Reducing the Risk Factors that Contribute to Pregnancy Complications & Black Maternal Death

Most maternal deaths are preventable--here are practical steps to prepare for motherhood and to reduce the risk of complications.
04/15/2024

Brittany Watts, Black Woman Who Miscarried Child, Will Not Be Criminally Prosecuted

The Ohio woman was charged with ‘abuse of a corpse' following her miscarriage.
01/12/2024

Carol’s Daughter Expands ‘Love Delivered’ Doula Grants in New Orleans

“We are proud to expand the program’s reach to the city of New Orleans.”
11/08/2023

Chicago Pastor Organizes Baby Shower For 1,000 Expectant Moms

Pastor Corey Brooks is hosting the event in conjunction with his non-profit Project HOOD.
07/19/2023

'BET News Presents: America In Black': VP Kamala Harris on Maternal Mortality, T.D. Jakes’ 10-Year Plan, Afrobeats & More

The next episode of the monthly news magazine premieres on July 2nd.
06/30/2023