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This #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, we are uplifting the work of doulas in addressing the impact of racism that people of color often face through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. #BMHW2024 Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/eteUZYH6

Get ahead of the changes! Learn about the upcoming Equality Act changes regarding pregnancy, maternity, and breastfeeding. https://bit.ly/3GjBl3S #EqualityActChanges #PregnancyRights #MaternityRights #BreastfeedingRights #WorkplaceEquality

April is #MinorityHealthMonth. Our latest Health Matters blog post reflects on key factors to help improve the overall maternal experience for minority women from pregnancy to birth.

🌍 UNICEF’s latest report highlights how #ClimateChange impacts almost every aspect of child health—from pregnancy to adolescence. 🚨With 1 billion children at extreme risk, we must act now to protect their future. 📺 Watch the webinar recording: 👇 https://lnkd.in/e5Jp9QJx

Zanele didn't let pregnancy stop her from finishing high school. Pregnant women and girls should know that no school, TVET, or university can exclude them due to pregnancy. Workplaces are also required to support and provide time off for pregnant women. Your dreams are important, and with the right support, you can balance academics, employment and parenting.🤰💼 https://lnkd.in/dHny7ZeW #PregnancyAwarenessWeek

Webinar 1/18 Pregnancy and Physical Disability: A Discussion for People with Physical Disabilities who are Pregnant or Thinking About Pregnancy https://loom.ly/SGXRiKI Presenters who are mothers with physical disabilities will discuss their pregnancies and births, including the positives and challenges, lessons learned, and unexpected aspects of their pregnancies.

Understanding the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Today, women make up half of the workforce and an increasing number of them are choosing to continue working during pregnancy and shortly after childbirth. It is important that pregnant women are given the opportunity to support their families without compromising their own health or the health of their baby. The government has recognized this need by implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”) on June 27, 2023.

Today is the first day of Black Maternal Health Week. During this week, we are taking the opportunity to raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by Black women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, as well as to highlight the importance of equitable access to healthcare. Were you aware of this statistic? #OAAdoptOH #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BlackMamasMatter #MaternalHealthAwareness #EndMaternalMortality #BirthEquity #ProtectBlackMothers #BlackMaternalHealthIsHealth

A new federal law requires organizations with 15 or more employees to accommodate all health needs at work arising from pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions. Learn more here. https://bit.ly/3KlKwmJ #corporatecounsel #inhousecounsel

~287,000 women died during and following pregnancy and childbirth in 2020, yet most maternal deaths could have been prevented. Almost 95% occurred in low and lower middle-income countries. The high number of maternal deaths in some areas of the world reflects inequalities in access to quality health services, according to the World Health Organization. All women deserve access to high-quality care in pregnancy, and during and after childbirth, as timely treatment can make a difference. #InternationalDayforMaternalHealthandRights #IntlMHRDay #MaternalHealth #BMHW24