PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy

Today, we celebrate Black Midwives Day — a powerful movement to uplift, honor, and support Black midwives across the nation. Goals of Black Midwives Day: ? Strengthen the base of Black midwives and their supporters ?? Preserve the rich cultural history of Black midwifery ??? Provide advocacy tools to remove barriers to education and resources ?? Develop a unified voice to champion Black midwifery ???? Address perinatal health disparities in Black communities ?? Increase consumer demand for access to midwifery and community birth By centering Black midwives, we embrace cultural knowledge and birthing traditions that can help improve maternal health outcomes. ?? Show your support: Sign the petition and help uplift Black midwives! ?? https://lnkd.in/eP5zPSQs Learn more: ?? https://lnkd.in/egvK3Sdc Instagram: @blackmidwivesalliance Facebook: @blackmidwives Twitter: @black_midwives #BlackMidwivesDay #CelebrateBlackMidwives #NBMA #BlackMidwives #BMDCelebration

Stillbirth is a public health crisis—but together, we can change the narrative. Whether you become a Changemaker, donate, or simply share our resources, your support matters. Join us in the fight to bring more babies home. ?? ?? https://hubs.li/Q039Prts0 #UnitedWePUSH #StillbirthPrevention #Changemakers

Pregnancy after loss (PAL) is an emotionally complex journey that requires specialized, compassionate care. Bereaved parents deserve the best possible support, yet too often, providers lack the training and resources needed to offer truly trauma-informed care. At PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy, we are working to change that. Through our partnership with Mount Sinai, we helped launch the first Rainbow Clinic in the U.S. (https://hubs.li/Q039vFS_0), bringing a globally recognized model of PAL care to American families. To expand access further, we developed a self-paced, virtual PAL Trauma-Informed Care training for providers (https://hubs.li/Q039vGYl0), ensuring more equitable support nationwide. Taken by over 1K providers across the country (and counting), we're thrilled to know more parents will be cared for with greater empathy and understanding. #PregnancyAfterLoss #PALAwareness #RainbowClinic #TraumaInformedCare #StillbirthPrevention #MaternalHealth #UnitedWePUSH

"I was not an uninformed pregnant person, but I never even heard the word stillbirth outside of a Victorian context, had no idea it was happening to anyone in this day and age, let alone that it could happen to me." Our Executive Director, Samantha Banerjee, was interviewed by Amsterdam News about the urgent need for better maternal care and stillbirth prevention policies. She also shares how the advocates of the Mobilized Maternal Health Coalition (which PUSH is a part of) are joining forces to ensure access to quality maternity care for BIPOC families in NY. ?? Read the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q0390kZ80 #UnitedWePUSH #StillbirthPrevention #MaternalHealth #EndPreventableStillbirth

Equitable. Safe. Beautiful. Empowered. Just. This is our vision for pregnancy and birth in New York - but it's far from the current reality. Why? And, most importantly, what can we do about it? This community-led teach-in series will unpack the reasons - and solutions - behind why: - A bill legalizing midwifery birth centers was passed in 2021 yet access is still scarce - Limited options for midwifery care exist statewide - Maternal deaths and stillbirths continue to plague Black & Brown families disproportionately - The postpartum period remains one of the most dangerous times for birthing people - And much more! February 25, 2025: Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) Licensure + Updates on Paid Leave (Temporary Disability) Benefits Bill & Announcing Day of Action in Albany 3/26! Join the advocates and community-based orgs leading the Mobilize Maternal Health Coalition (MMHC) for an insightful take on the current maternal health landscape in New York State & NYC, and how YOU can help drive change. #PowerToMobilize Live Discussion - Interactive Q&A - Free! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtxGk4tm

At the Doula Expo by Mama Glow, PUSH for Empowered Pregnancy’s Director of Education, Liz, and Director of Outreach, Marjorie, shared their expertise and lived experiences with the doula community. They emphasized the essential roles doulas play in stillbirth prevention and bereavement care. Collaborating with birth workers helps us advocate for systemic change and build supportive networks for families. Together, we can advance maternal health and work toward the day when preventable stillbirth is a thing of the past. Thank you, Mama Glow for this important platform. ?? #MaternalHealth #StillbirthPrevention #DoulaCare #MamaGlowExpo #UnitedWePUSH #EmpoweredPregnancy

Did you know prenatal infections are a leading cause of pregnancy complications, including stillbirth? Infections like CMV (Cytomegalovirus), GBS (Group B Strep), listeria, and syphilis often go under-discussed, leaving families without crucial prevention strategies. This Prenatal Infection Prevention Awareness Month, let’s advocate for better screening, education, and awareness. Together, we can make prevention possible. ?? Share to help spread awareness and support safer pregnancies! #UnitedWePUSH #PrenatalInfectionAwareness #MaternalHealth #StillbirthPrevention #HealthcareAdvocacy

?? Urgent Maternal Warning Signs: What Every Professional Should Know?? Maternal warning signs are not just important for parents—they’re critical knowledge for providers, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Acting quickly when these signs are reported can be life-saving. ?? Sharing this information could help ensure that pregnant individuals receive the care they need when it matters most. Help spread awareness! By sharing, we can amplify the message and reduce preventable complications and stillbirths. ?? Full list from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://hubs.li/Q036jD6X0 #MaternalHealth #PregnancyAwareness #PatientSafety #StillbirthPrevention #HearHer #PUSHforChange #EmpoweredPregnancy

Meet Dr. Wanda Barfield, a pioneer in maternal and child health. As the first African American woman to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Reproductive Health, she has dedicated her career to addressing the disparities that lead to pregnancy loss, including stillbirth. Under her leadership, programs like Perinatal Quality Collaboratives are helping to improve outcomes for mothers and babies nationwide. Her mission reminds us that equitable care is a human right, not a privilege. Join us this Black History Month as we honor her transformative efforts and continue the fight for maternal health equity! Drop a ?? to show your gratitude for her critical work.

Umbilical cord complications are often called "accidents," but education and monitoring can help prevent tragic outcomes. Our latest blog explores how increased awareness and proper imaging could save lives: https://hubs.li/Q036Nqdw0 Providers: How have you monitored and prevented cord accidents in your practice? Share your experiences to help improve outcomes for all families. #StillbirthPrevention #UnitedWePUSH #MaternalHealth #PatientCare #PerinatalCare This post was researched & written by Lead Changemaker, Abigail Wallace, in loving memory of her perfect baby, Marian Sedna, whose stillbirth due to cord compressions could have been prevented. Marian would be 6 today. ??