Making Black Mothers and Birthing People Visible

Pregnancy and new motherhood can be some of the most joyful, yet vulnerable times in a woman’s life. But for Black mothers, these experiences are too often shadowed by systemic inequality, discrimination, and neglect. Black Maternal Mental Health Week exists to amplify their voices, shine a light on the disparities they face, and demand action. Making Black mothers visible is not just about statistics, it is about dignity, justice, and saving lives.

In this blog, we’ll explore the reality of maternal health inequalities, how this can impact Black women and birthing people across pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period, and what steps are needed towards equity and support.