How to Prepare for a Safe and Empowered Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Breastfeeding Journey as a Black Woman

Posted on March 26th, 2023

Pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding are significant milestones in a woman's life. It's a journey that can be both exhilarating and daunting, especially for Black women who face unique challenges and disparities in maternal health. To prepare for this journey, it's crucial to have access to evidence-based education and support that cater to the specific needs of Black women.

That's where Birth While Black Maternity Orientation comes in. Led by Denise Bolds, a highly experienced labor and high-risk doula, Birth While Black Maternity Orientation offers virtual classes on pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding that are tailored to the needs of Black women. Here's how you can prepare for a safe and empowered pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding journey as a Black woman with Birth While Black Maternity Orientation's services:

Evidence-Based Birth - Childbirth Instruction

Childbirth is a natural process, but it can also be unpredictable and challenging. Birth While Black Maternity Orientation's Evidence-Based Birth - Childbirth Instruction class provides a comprehensive guide to childbirth strategies, advocacy, and team building. The virtual class consists of five two-hour sessions, with videos that cover topics such as stages of labor, comfort measures, pain relief options, and interventions. The class also addresses the specific challenges faced by Black women in maternal health and equips them with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions and advocate for themselves and their babies.

Bold Breastfeeding Class

Breastfeeding is one of the most significant aspects of motherhood, but it's not always easy. Birth While Black Maternity Orientation's Bold Breastfeeding Class provides a virtual three-hour class that covers topics such as positioning, latch, pumping, hand expressing, and new parent orientation. The class also addresses common breastfeeding challenges and equips mothers with the knowledge and skills needed to overcome them.

Introspection of the Induction!

Sometimes, labor needs to be induced to protect the mother or the baby's health. Birth While Black Maternity Orientation's Introspection of the Induction! class provides a virtual three-hour class that helps mothers understand the chemical and mechanical induction process. The class also covers the pros and cons of induction and how to prepare for it as a labor doula.

Black Women Do VBAC: C-Section/VBAC Doula Training

Cesarean sections and vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) are common birthing options for Black women. Birth While Black Maternity Orientation's Black Women Do VBAC: C-Section/VBAC Doula Training provides a virtual six-hour training session that covers C-section and VBAC birth for doula support. The training equips doulas with the knowledge and skills needed to support Black women through a successful VBAC or C-section birth.

History of Black Maternal Health in America

Black women face unique challenges and disparities in maternal health. Birth While Black Maternity Orientation's History of Black Maternal Health in America virtual visual tutorial provides a timeline of Black maternal health in America. The tutorial highlights the challenges and obstacles faced by Black mothers and provides resources and discussion for the birthworker community.

In conclusion, preparing for a safe and empowered pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding journey as a Black woman requires access to evidence-based education and support that cater to the specific needs of Black women. Birth While Black Maternity Orientation's services offer comprehensive classes that cover a range of topics, from childbirth strategies to breastfeeding and VBAC support, as well as resources and discussions on Black maternal health in America. By investing in your child birthing journey with Birth While Black Maternity Orientation, you'll have the knowledge and skills needed to approach childbirth and motherhood with confidence