Are midwives and doulas the answer to keeping more Black babies alive?
With Florida’s infant mortality rate stubbornly higher than the national average, doulas and midwives represent a potential pathway to address the problem.
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With Florida’s infant mortality rate stubbornly higher than the national average, doulas and midwives represent a potential pathway to address the problem.
Over a dozen states reimburse services provided by these nonmedical professionals before, during, and after birth—under Medicaid. But with this coverage comes new regulations.
Many Black women say their pregnancy-related concerns are dismissed by doctors. Doulas aim to change all that.
Addressing the West Virginia Legislative Interim Committee on Health Monday, Dr. Angela Cherry is with the West Virginia Perinatal Partnership Advisory Council, a public private collaborative dedicated to improving health outcomes among pregnant women and babies.
The company announced a $10 million Series B raise last year.