Racial Disparities in Maternal Health and the Role of the Doula


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Oct 02 2023 34 mins  

In this episode, I am joined by Rashidah Butler-Jackson, Mrs. Dalvery Blackwell, Dr. Anna Palatnik, and Toni Whitaker to discuss the important topic of racial disparities in maternal health and the crucial role played by the doula. We discuss statistics regarding maternal health amongst individuals of color, the important work that folks are doing to address these issues, and how everyone can contribute to progress and change. Enjoy and be well!

Special Guests: Toni Whitaker ([email protected]), Dr. Anna Palatnik ([email protected]), Mrs. Dalvery Blackwell ([email protected]), and Rashidah Butler-Jackson ([email protected])

Wellness Dimensions Covered: Physical, Emotional/Mental, Social

Additional Resources:

African American Breastfeeding Network Link

Monday, Oct. 16, 2023

03:00 - 04:00 PM

Impactfully Addressing the Birth Mortality Rate in Black and Brown Communities

Professionalism Week 2023 (zoom.us)

Have an idea for the podcast? Email Kerri at [email protected]!