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Birth Strides

@BirthStrides

Memphis' community-based doula organization

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I'm discussing “Normalizing Humane Care in Pregnancy & Beyond: Providers” with Kimathi Coleman. Tuesday, Feb 2 at 4:00 PM CST on @joinclubhouse. Join us! joinclubhouse.com/event/Gxo2YQlP


I'm discussing “Let’s talk birth etiquette” with Kimathi Coleman. Today, Jan 19 at 6:00 PM CST on @joinclubhouse. Join us! joinclubhouse.com/event/4MEKwzlP


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You may join SACRED Birth if you... -Identify as Black or African American - Are 18 years of age or older - Gave birth to a live newborn in 2020 - Gave birth in a hospital anywhere in the U.S., w/ a focus on California or Memphis, TN sacredbirth.ucsf.edu @SACRED_PREM_OB


As we do the work of supporting Black pregnant people, we need the support of our community at large. gofundme.com/f/birth-stride… @gofundme


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Commit to doing at least one self-care act a day. It can be as simple as a 30 minute walk or meditation; or you could try something like a virtual session with a licensed therapist. Many insurances offer free or low co-pay sessions. #selfcareishealthcare

blkwomenshealth's tweet image. Commit to doing at least one self-care act a day. It can be as simple as a 30 minute walk or meditation; or you could try something like a virtual session with a licensed  therapist. Many insurances offer free or low co-pay sessions. #selfcareishealthcare

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What if all Black women and girls enjoyed optimal health and well-being in a socially just society?? ⁣ ⁣ Now that’s our idea of independence. ⁣ ⁣ (IG @mkoby_ your art is always an entire mood!) ⁣ ⁣ #blackwomenshealth #BWHI

blkwomenshealth's tweet image. What if all Black women and girls enjoyed optimal health and well-being in a socially just society?? ⁣
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Now that’s our idea of independence. ⁣
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(IG @mkoby_ your art is always an entire mood!) ⁣
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#blackwomenshealth #BWHI

We’re so grateful for reaching a quarter of our goal in the first week. Please continue to share and donate. gofundme.com/f/birth-stride…


Please support us in providing culturally sound doula support for Black families in Memphis. gf.me/u/x7ygky #blackmomsandbabieslivesmatter #memphis #reproductivejustice #blackdoulas


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Disruptions in insurance coverage disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minority women before, during and after pregnancy. labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/racial-… #BlackMamasMatter


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One of our doulas is currently at a birth and has been with the mom for nearly 24 hours. We serve quite a few clients who are not partnered and we’re their only support. #doulasmatter


Supporting Birth Strides on #GivingTuesday allows us to continue our work of providing no-cost doula services to Black women and teens in the Memphis community. Make your one-time or recurring donation at: bit.ly/birthstridesgi… #BlackMaternalHealth #Choose901

BirthStrides's tweet image. Supporting Birth Strides on #GivingTuesday allows us to continue our work of providing no-cost doula services to Black women and teens in the Memphis community. 
Make your one-time or recurring donation at: 

bit.ly/birthstridesgi…

#BlackMaternalHealth #Choose901

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We still have work to do in combating the stigma, shame & blame associated with pregnancy loss. Grateful to start the conversation with @NPR 's @1a, Joshua Johnson, @Joyce_McFadden, Dr. Zev Williams. the1a.org/shows/2019-06-…

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What Does It Mean To Lose A Pregnancy?

Some estimates say up to one in four women will have a miscarriage during their lives.


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Lead with Empathy and NOT sympathy. #onourownterms #blacktranslivesmatter #Endingtheepidemic #BWHI

blkwomenshealth's tweet image. Lead with Empathy and NOT sympathy. #onourownterms #blacktranslivesmatter #Endingtheepidemic #BWHI

Top 5 Reasons We Need A Black Breastfeeding Week « Black Breastfeeding Week buff.ly/2obWLYN

BirthStrides's tweet image. Top 5 Reasons We Need A Black Breastfeeding Week « Black Breastfeeding Week buff.ly/2obWLYN

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Missing Person: SCSO needs your help in locating Taquila Hayes,41,who has been missing for more than two months. Call detectives at 901-222-5600 if you know the whereabouts of this missing Cordova mother.

ShelbyTNSheriff's tweet image. Missing Person: SCSO needs your help in locating Taquila Hayes,41,who has been missing for more than two months. Call detectives at 901-222-5600 if you know the whereabouts of this missing Cordova mother.

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Exercise in the water is becoming more popular during the prenatal period and offers many benefits for the pregnant mother, both physiological and psychological. midwiferytoday.com/mt-articles/th…


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Protect Black Mamas & Babies: Black women almost twice as likely to suffer stillbirths, study shows bit.ly/2JwO1H6 #MaternalMortality #BWHI


Dear birthing families, You don’t owe anyone your baby. Take time to form your bond and rest.


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