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We walk with Black mamas during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. From doulas to preeclampsia to breastfeeding help, we got you!
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Join us as we honor the life and memory of Dreeah! Registration encouraged. Link in our bio taken in Newark City Hall by @perinatal_equity

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Dreeah Austin deserved to live 🤍 #Justice4Dreeah 🕊️

We are heartbroken to share the tragic passing of Dreeah Austin, a loving mother from Newark who lost her life due to a preventable postpartum complication just TWO weeks after giving birth.

Dreeah's story highlights the urgent need for action to address maternal health disparities, especially among Black mothers, who continue to face systemic inequities in healthcare.

“In New Jersey, 91% of all maternal deaths are considered preventable, with 53% occurring postpartum. It is devastating that despite the many programs and initiatives funded to improve maternal health, Black mothers like Dreeah continue to die from preventable causes,” said Dr. Nastassia K. Harris, Founder & Executive Director of the Perinatal Health Equity Initiative.

Join us in advocating for justice and supporting Dreeah's family by visiting: perinatalequity.org/advocacy/justice4dreeah/.

#JusticeForDreeah #InMemoryOfDreeah #BlackMaternalHealth #MaternalHealthMatters #EndMaternalMortality #HealthEquity #BlackMamasMatter by @perinatal_equity

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Black women are more likely to be diagnosed with preeclampsia or have high blood pressure during their pregnancy. This serious condition carries a high risk of death and other serious complications if it is not properly managed. It’s important that our workforce has the skills and knowledge to prevent, recognize and support a mama at risk. You can help us develop our next course by giving us 20mins of your time and we will give you a $20 gift card. Put a “💜” and a team member will reach out to put you on your calendar. by @perinatal_equity

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Were you recently diagnosed with preeclampsia? Do you have high blood pressure during your pregnancy? Looking to build community and make new mom friends? No worries we got you! We are excited to launch our 2nd cohort for our cuff It program. As a member you get access to a nurse, nutritionists and exercise program. All designed to protect your heart. Thanks to a generous grant, we are able to offer this program for free! Ready to join? Comment “cuff it” to get the link right to your email. Must be able to get our office in East Orange, NJ. taken in East Orange, New Jersey by @perinatal_equity

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Congratulations to the 1st Doula Cohort of @perinatal_equity!

After nearly one year of training, mentoring and gaining qualified births in hospitals, birth centers and home births they have officially graduated the program.

I honestly could not be prouder of this group of women who didn’t quit when things were rocky out the gate.

They preserved, drew strength from within and trusted me to lead them. They spoke freely from the heart about their experiences and their WHYS!!

I’ll be seeing them in these doula streets and of course at PHEI 💜💜

#newdoulas #nationalblackdoulas #babypleasebirthservicesagency #marchofdimes #perinatalhealthequity by @perinatal_equity

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Reach out to hello@babypleasebirthservices.com or info@perinatalequity.org by the deadline.

#babypleasebirthservicesagency #perinatalhealthequity #nationalblackdoulasassociation by @perinatal_equity

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It’s back!! You’ve been asking and we answered! Our second cohort of our doula training is now open! Accepted applicants will be trained using the @nationalblackdoulas training by our amazing board chair @creole_jerseygirl! It’s a short turnaround so get your applications in now!! Comment “doula” to get the link! by @perinatal_equity

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PHEI just helped shape a national report on what actually keeps Black mothers well.

We're one of seven organizations selected from nearly 150 applicants nationwide to join the Maternal Mental Health Equity Fund, a four-year cohort built around one idea: maternal mental health care works best when it's community-rooted, not clinic-first.

The Fund's new report, Community-Rooted Maternal Mental Health: Creating Trusted Care for Families, names what our South Ward team has always known. Prevention starts before anyone names a diagnosis. It starts with housing. Food. Transportation. Breastfeeding support. That's the work happening every day through DOPE Mamas, Sisters Who Breastfeed, and Mamas In Bloom, long before a mother ever needs a clinical referral.

Black mothers carry the weight of systems that were never built with them in mind. Community-rooted care meets them there first, before stigma or isolation gets the final word.

Read the full report [link in bio] and see the model we're building in East Orange, alongside six other community-led organizations across the country.

Comment "Report" to get the report sent to your DMS by @perinatal_equity

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Happening today!! Pull up and enjoy!!! by @perinatal_equity

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The PHEI will be taking center stage at @bmhconference for 3 separate presentation!!

If you’ve been wanting a sneak peak at our preeclampsia and cardio care certification, now is the time!! Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your skills! Registration is open!

Our first training cohort officially launches this fall!!!

Catch you in ATL ✌🏽 by @perinatal_equity

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We closed out #BBW26 with the incredible @luvangelalewis talking all the things breastfeeding, her 7 year journey & what she’s building at @oritanwellness & why!

Then we announced our 2026 lactation scholarship winners as we get ready for BBW 2027 and our 15th year !!!!

Tap in!

Thank you for another incredible #BlackBreastfeedingWeek , we could never do it without YOU!

With love,
Kimberly & the BBW Steering Committee 🤱🏾🤱🏾 by @perinatal_equity

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Ok here we go! Working to get more comfortable on camera but I hope the message came through clearly. This Black Breastfeeding Week, we invite our community to support our mamas by making a gift of $18 to keep our breastfeeding services free and accessible to our families.
As a bonus, our grant partners @focusforhealth have agreed to match our campaign dollar for dollar up to 20k! That would bring our grand total to $40,000 🎉. We have raised $3245 and we have 5 days to raise $20k. We can’t do this with you. Will you join us by making a donation today? Comment “Justice” to get the link to your DMs or click the link in our bio. by @perinatal_equity

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