Improving Black maternal health requires more than passion; it requires partnership. No single person, program, or organization can create lasting change alone. Real progress happens when doulas, midwives, community advocates, and healthcare institutions work together with one mission in mind: ensuring every mother and baby receives the care they deserve. Collaboration creates space for shared wisdom, resources, and accountability. When birthworkers and healthcare providers c

Reproductive justice is more than policy—it’s the reality we live every day. As a maternal health advocate, doula trainer, and midwife in training, I’ve seen how laws and politics impact real people and their ability to get care. In this blog, I’m sharing my thoughts on why protecting healthcare access matters so deeply and how we can all take action to make sure no one is left behind.

DeAnna "The Doula Trainer" Tharpe As a doula trainer and advocate for Black and Brown families, Women’s History Month  holds a special...

DeAnna & Wisconsin Doulas of Color Collective A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and...

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