Black Maternal Health Week
In African American traditions, the concept of community caregiver or "granny midwife" emerged during slavery and carried through the Jim Crow era. These women were vital in providing maternal care when hospitals excluded or mistreated Black women.
Today concludes "Black Maternal Health Week" and A Mother's Cry & Sylvia's Sister Circle were honored to share in a much needed conversation regarding the sacred experience of birth with Doula Sheiron Crawford Mackritis.
Today begins the celebration of the "Black Maternal Health Week" 2025. Beginning today, I will share some of my sister, Sylvia's story in addition to some powerful, real quotes from Black Birth Workers & Activists.
Black Maternal Health in Maryland: One Sister’s Fight to Make Sure No Woman is Forgotten
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In late December 1998 and January 1999, my pregnant sister, Sylvia, repeatedly went to the doctor complaining of pain and discomfort. Each time she was barely examined and sent home.
"Every mother deserves dignity, respect, and a healthy outcome - no matter her color, her zip code, or her income. This is not rocket science; it's human rights." ~ Jennie Joseph - Midwife, Founder of The JJ Way®
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