Midwives Tanya Khemet and Brittany Mbong celebrating Black Maternal Health week in Sacramento, CA. The work of today's Black midwives and doulas is part of a powerful legacy rooted in the history of Black birth work. For centuries, Black midwives have served as healers, caretakers, and advocates, ensuring safe births and holistic care for their communities despite oppression and systemic barriers (Terrell, 2020) . This tradition dates back to African midwifery, where birth wa

By: Kayla Holt Every mother deserves a safe, healthy birth experience, but for too many black women, pregnancy and childbirth come with...

By: Wayne Steffen As the founder of BLACK Wellness & Prosperity Center (BWPC) and recipient of a 2025 Leadership Award by The James...