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"Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a law Monday that expands insurance coverage during and after pregnancy with the goal of lowering infant and maternal mortality rates, especially for Black Illinoisans." cbsnews.com/chicago/news/g…

Today, we celebrate our #midwife crush Biddy Mason. Born enslaved in 1818, she became a renowned midwife and healer. Taking back her freedom in 1856, she later purchased land in downtown L.A. and left a lasting legacy.

The second annual #BirthCenterWeek (September 14 - 20) is almost here! Join us as we “grow a world where birth is SAFE, SACRED, LOVING, and CELEBRATED for every community.” Go to birthcenterweek.org for more information #GrowBirthCenters #GrowCommunity #BCW24

Today's #midwifecrush is Mamie Odessa Hale Garland, a midwife consultant who transformed maternal and infant health in Arkansas during the mid-20th century. Her innovative training for Black lay midwives was crucial in providing care during segregation. Her legacy lives on.

Will you be joining us for #BirthCenterWeek as we celebrate the power of community birth with @BirthCenterEquity? Don't miss out! Register at 👉🏾: birthcenterweek.org/bcw-events #BirthCenterEquity #GrowBirthCenters #GrowCommunity

On this last day of #BirthCenterWeek, we highlight and celebrate Black midwife-owned and led birth centers across the country! Special thanks to Birth Center Equity for resources we used to help compile this list! #BCW2024 #GrowBirthCenters #GrowCommunity #BirthCenterEquity #BCW24

We honor Black midwife-owned and led birth centers soon to be opened, launched, or that we know to be working on development! 🎉🎊 #BirthCenterWeek #BCW2024 #GrowBirthCenters #GrowCommunity #BirthCenterEquity #BCW24

Happy National Midwifery Week (Oct. 6-12, 2024)!🌟 Created by American College of Nurse-Midwives, NMW celebrates and highlights the powerful work of midwives and the care they bring to our communities. 🙌🏾💜 #MidwiferyWeek2024 #celebratemidwives #midwiveslookingtothefuture #futureofmidwifery

Save the date! NBMA's 3rd Black Midwives Day conference is on March 15, 2025, virtually. ✨Theme: Black Midwives are the Past, Present, and Future!✨ Submit abstracts by 11/15/24! ow.ly/s9fa50U3nJG #BlackMidwivesDay2025

NACPM's Georgia Chapter is hosting a stakeholder meeting on Nov. 11, 2024, at 6:30 pm EST to discuss midwifery licensure! Attendees will hear about midwifery history and key points of the proposed bill. Join us in support of this vital initiative!

"In the birth world, the concept of altars isn’t unfamiliar. Many of us create sacred spaces — birth altars — within our homes or birthing spaces...these arrangements help channel calm, strength, and connection during pregnancy or labor." ow.ly/cA0M50U5fcT

Join National Black Midwives Alliance on March 14 at 10 AM ET for a Virtual Press Conference on the effort to establish Black Midwives Day & the vital role of Black midwifery in perinatal health. 📅 March 14, 2025 | 🕘 10 AM ET 🔗 Register: bit.ly/BlackMidwivesD… #BlackMidwivesDay

Maternal mortality knows no borders—it is a global issue that demands action. Today, on #InternationalWomensDay, we honor the Black Maternal Health workforce and the incredible work being done worldwide to improve the livelihoods of women and birthing people.

Join us in the celebration of Black Midwives Day! Register for the Black Midwives Day Virtual Conference! bit.ly/NBMA2025CONFER…

Ready to rally for Black Maternal Health? 🔥 Join us April 11 at 12 PM ET for the #BMHW25 Virtual Pep Rally! Connect with Alliance Partners & community leaders as they spotlight local impact and share how YOU can take action—no matter where you are. 🔗 bit.ly/bmhw25rally

The countdown to #BMHW25 is ON! From April 11–17, we’re rallying under the theme: Healing Legacies: Strengthening Black Maternal Health through Collective Action and Advocacy. 💜 Visit blkmaternalhealthweek.com to register for events & find local Alliance Partner events!

This Friday, SBJN x @sistersong_woc Catch our ED Jamarah Amani on a powerful panel centering Black joy, liberation & birth justice ✨✊🏾 Miami, we outside for The Road to Essence #SBJN #RoadToEssence #BlackMaternalHealth #BirthJustice

Join Angela D. Aina, ED of BMMA Inc. at the First 100 Days virtual town hall hosted by blkwomenshealth today at 7 PM ET. We’re talking maternal health, public health cuts, repro justice & more. RSVP now at 100days.bwhi.org #BlackMamasMatter #BlackWomensHealth

“If I was able to dream — if I could really just be wild with my hope — I would say that I wish every person had access to a midwife. They may not choose to use one, but at least they have access if they should choose it.” ~ Midwife Jennie Joseph healthywomen.org/your-health/wh…