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Dallas Mother Helps Other Black Mothers Through Women-Operated Nonprofit
Cessilye Smith (Image: Cessilye R. Smith- Facebook)
Cessilye Smith is founder and executive director of Abide Women’s Health Services in Dallas, a judgement- free zone to help protect Black mothers and their babies. According to the nonprofit’s Instagram page, donation- based prenatal care, free confirmation of pregnancy, free COVID-19 material goods relief, childbirth education, and free lactation support are provided.
Abide Women’s Health Services’ website said the organization is operated by women of color, for women of color.
“This life-saving team is a perfect blend of practicality, vision, empathy, and passion for care and change in maternal healthcare,” the online information explained.