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Culture, Family Matters

There Are Almost No Black Male Doulas, But This One is on a Mission to Fix Birthing Outcomes for Black Families

"If fathers are aware of some of the warning signs to watch for, they can serve as first responders who advocate for their partners,” James Hogue told The Root.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

June 30, 2024
Legal, News

A Hopeful Development for the Black Ohio Woman Who Faced a Felony Following Her Miscarriage

Brittany Watts is no longer facing criminal charges following her miscarriage.

By

Kalyn Womack

Published

January 11, 2024
Black Maternal Healthcare, Culture, Health

Really?! ‘Married to Medicine’ Star Dr. Jackie Called Pregnant Black Women the D-Word

Days after her conversation with VP Kamala Harris on the Black maternal health crisis, fans say the social media star is full of it.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

December 21, 2023
News

Exclusive: Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Ayanna Pressley Want A Better HealthCare System For Parents

Senator Cory Booker and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley are re-introducing the MOMMIES Act, which would expand Medicaid coverage for postpartum people.

By

Jessica Washington

Published

October 19, 2023
Events, The Root Institute

Watch: How to Tackle the Black Maternal Health Crises

Hear from four Black medical professionals and healthcare advocates about the accelerating Black maternal morbidity crisis, part of the 2023 Root Institute

By

The Root Staff

Published

October 11, 2023
Events, The Root Institute

The Root Institute: 5 Ways to Tackle The Black Maternal Health Crisis

At The Root Institute this year, we spoke to leading experts on the Black maternal health crisis. Here are some of our takeaways.

By

Jessica Washington

Published

September 25, 2023
Entertainment, Entertainment

Cardi B Shares The Best Mommy Advice With Chrisean Black

While out promoting her new single, "Bongos," Cardi took time to pay it forward to the brand new mom.

By

Angela Johnson

Published

September 12, 2023
Opinion, Opinion

Medicaid Expansion Can Lead to Better Outcomes for Black Mothers

More Black women are dying from pregnancy-related causes than any other group. But we can do something about it.

By

Tatsha Robertson

Published

April 12, 2023
Events, The Root Institute

Black Women Dying During Pregnancy or Childbirth Have Increased and It’s Getting Worse!

The maternal mortality rate for Black women nearly doubled from 2018 to 2021.

By

Jessica Washington

Published

March 17, 2023
Culture, Health

Black Maternal Health Disparities Don’t Discriminate

Alarming statistics prove neither income nor education level can guarantee an event-free pregnancy.

By

Keith Reed

Published

March 7, 2023