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Continue reading →: Oh Fish!Hold Your Horses! Let’s talk about the type of fish you should and should not consume during pregnancy and lactation. First, it is important to note that fish can contain mercury which in high amounts can be harmful to you and your unborn baby. I hate to be the bearer…
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Continue reading →: Let’s Start Talking-Your Life Could Depend on ItVoice Your Concerns The history of the doctor-patient relationship has always been authoritative by default. This means that patients tend to put all of their trust into the provider, even if they may feel contrary to what is being said. However, the doctor-patient relationship has now evolved to a patient-centered…
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Continue reading →: Things to Consider: Choosing Your OB/GynUnderstanding the Specialty In light of all of the stories in the news media regarding worrisome birth outcomes and experiences of Black women in the United States, you might be wondering or even fearful of how your own birthing experience will turn out. Part of family planning will include finding…
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Continue reading →: The Benefits of Yoga During PregnancyWhy Start Yoga? Starting a family is an exciting time and no amount of planning can fully prepare you for the process. How you handle your physical and mental health during pregnancy will set the stage for the next phase of becoming a parent. It can not be overstated the…
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Continue reading →: Optimizing Maternal HealthAccording to Boakye et al., (2021), preeclampsia, the leading cause of maternal death in the United States, disproportionately affects Black women. Boakye, E., Sharma, G., Ogunwole, S. M., Zakaria, S., Vaught, A. J., Kwapong, Y. A., … & Wang, X. (2021). Relationship of preeclampsia with maternal place of birth and duration…
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Continue reading →: Choosing Your Birthing TeamIn the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success.
Hello,
I’m Stephanie
Welcome to my little corner of the internet where we talk about all things pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, and tackling maternal health disparities. My extensive background in healthcare and my strong interest in the troubling trends in maternal health outcomes has given me the charge to share my knowledge and to offer my support. The goal of my posts are to share my tips and ideas, and to give my educated opinion on the various ways women can keep themselves healthy during and around pregnancy. All are welcome in this space as the information in my posts can be applied to any expectant mother. Join me on my journey to bring awareness to maternal health issues and improve Black maternal health outcomes one step at a time.
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