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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Black Maternal Health</title><link>http://Herhealthfirst.org</link><description><![CDATA[Tune in for a breakdown of HHF’s pregnancy coaches, doula, lactation support, health, and wellness services. In-depth discussions regarding racial biases in the healthcare system, postpartum stages of motherhood, and preparation for labor and delivery. With each episode, the goal is for you to walk away enlightened and hopeful that you can reclaim the life experiences that you deserve.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4733160/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Alternative Health</category><copyright>Copyright Jameel Pugh</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg</url><title>Black Maternal Health</title><link>http://Herhealthfirst.org</link></image><lastBuildDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 01:25:40 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Jameel Pugh</itunes:name><itunes:email>feeds@spreaker.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Tune in for a breakdown of HHF’s pregnancy coaches, doula, lactation support, health, and wellness services. In-depth discussions regarding racial biases in the healthcare system, postpartum stages of motherhood, and preparation for labor and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tune in for a breakdown of HHF’s pregnancy coaches, doula, lactation support, health, and wellness services. In-depth discussions regarding racial biases in the healthcare system, postpartum stages of motherhood, and preparation for labor and delivery. With each episode, the goal is for you to walk away enlightened and hopeful that you can reclaim the life experiences that you deserve.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Alternative Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Ep. 15 BMH-Single Parenting</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-15-bmh-single-parenting--42767280</link><description><![CDATA[Pregnancy and parenting place mothers in such a vulnerable space and personally, I have found myself needing more help.  In this episode we discuss parenting as a single mother, specifically focusing on the importance of your support network and ways to stay connected.  <br />Links:http://herhealthfirst.org/]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767280</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 17:25:01 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767280/ep_15_bmh_single_parenting.mp3" length="12840541" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Pregnancy and parenting place mothers in such a vulnerable space and personally, I have found myself needing more help.  In this episode we discuss parenting as a single mother, specifically focusing on the importance of your support network and ways...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pregnancy and parenting place mothers in such a vulnerable space and personally, I have found myself needing more help.  In this episode we discuss parenting as a single mother, specifically focusing on the importance of your support network and ways to stay connected.  <br />Links:http://herhealthfirst.org/]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>803</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 14 BMH Safe Sleep Practices</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-14-bmh-safe-sleep-practices--42767286</link><description><![CDATA[According to the Sacramento County Blue Ribbon Commission Report in Sacramento County, African American babies are 4.6 times more likely to die of a sleep-related death than all other ethnic groups. In this episode, we discuss safe sleep practices for newborns and infants.<br />Links:<br /> <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /> <a href="https://blackchildlegacy.org/" rel="noopener">https://blackchildlegacy.org/</a><br /><a href="https://sachealthybaby.com/" rel="noopener">https://sachealthybaby.com/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767286</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:25:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767286/ep_14_bmh_safe_sleep_practices.mp3" length="7110320" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>According to the Sacramento County Blue Ribbon Commission Report in Sacramento County, African American babies are 4.6 times more likely to die of a sleep-related death than all other ethnic groups. In this episode, we discuss safe sleep practices for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[According to the Sacramento County Blue Ribbon Commission Report in Sacramento County, African American babies are 4.6 times more likely to die of a sleep-related death than all other ethnic groups. In this episode, we discuss safe sleep practices for newborns and infants.<br />Links:<br /> <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /> <a href="https://blackchildlegacy.org/" rel="noopener">https://blackchildlegacy.org/</a><br /><a href="https://sachealthybaby.com/" rel="noopener">https://sachealthybaby.com/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>445</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 13 BMH-Pregnancy A Fathers Perspective</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-13-bmh-pregnancy-a-fathers-perspective--42767285</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode we speak with a Husband and father of 3 and a bonus child (his niece.) He joins us to discuss pregnancy, child-birth and postpartum period from the father’s perspective.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767285</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:25:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767285/ep_13_bmh_pregnancy_a_fathers_perspective.mp3" length="16977919" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode we speak with a Husband and father of 3 and a bonus child (his niece.) He joins us to discuss pregnancy, child-birth and postpartum period from the father’s perspective.
Links: http://herhealthfirst.org/</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we speak with a Husband and father of 3 and a bonus child (his niece.) He joins us to discuss pregnancy, child-birth and postpartum period from the father’s perspective.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1062</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 12 BMH WIC and Lactation</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-12-bmh-wic-and-lactation--43128105</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, we speak with a certified Lactation Consultant from the Women Infant and Children Program (WIC) to discuss how Black women can overcome some of the barriers to nursing while learning about the benefits of connecting with a Lactation Consultant.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.communityresourceproject.org/Services/Health/WIC" rel="noopener">https://www.communityresourceproject.org/Services/Health/WIC</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43128105</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 17:25:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/43128105/ep_12_bmh_wic_and_lactation.mp3" length="18428237" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we speak with a certified Lactation Consultant from the Women Infant and Children Program (WIC) to discuss how Black women can overcome some of the barriers to nursing while learning about the benefits of connecting with a Lactation...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we speak with a certified Lactation Consultant from the Women Infant and Children Program (WIC) to discuss how Black women can overcome some of the barriers to nursing while learning about the benefits of connecting with a Lactation Consultant.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.communityresourceproject.org/Services/Health/WIC" rel="noopener">https://www.communityresourceproject.org/Services/Health/WIC</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1152</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 11 BMH-Doula Kairis pt 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-11-bmh-doula-kairis-pt-2--42767279</link><description><![CDATA[Doula Care: Kairis Pt. 2 In this two-part episode we learn about the role of a Doula in the pregnancy and birth process. Our expert Doula has 21 years of experience and is the National Doula Trainer for Birthing Project USA, which is an international organization that combats birth disparities in 7 different countries.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767279</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 17:25:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767279/ep_11_bmh_doula_kairis_pt_2.mp3" length="15361252" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Doula Care: Kairis Pt. 2 In this two-part episode we learn about the role of a Doula in the pregnancy and birth process. Our expert Doula has 21 years of experience and is the National Doula Trainer for Birthing Project USA, which is an international...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Doula Care: Kairis Pt. 2 In this two-part episode we learn about the role of a Doula in the pregnancy and birth process. Our expert Doula has 21 years of experience and is the National Doula Trainer for Birthing Project USA, which is an international organization that combats birth disparities in 7 different countries.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>961</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 10 BMH-Doula Kairis pt 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-10-bmh-doula-kairis-pt-1--42767284</link><description><![CDATA[Doula Care: Kairis Pt. 1 In this two-part episode we learn about the role of a Doula in the pregnancy and birth process. Our expert Doula has 21 years of experience and is the National Doula Trainer for Birthing Project USA, which is an international organization that combats birth disparities in 7 different countries.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767284</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 17:20:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767284/ep_10_bmh_doula_kairis_pt_1.mp3" length="14195982" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Doula Care: Kairis Pt. 1 In this two-part episode we learn about the role of a Doula in the pregnancy and birth process. Our expert Doula has 21 years of experience and is the National Doula Trainer for Birthing Project USA, which is an international...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Doula Care: Kairis Pt. 1 In this two-part episode we learn about the role of a Doula in the pregnancy and birth process. Our expert Doula has 21 years of experience and is the National Doula Trainer for Birthing Project USA, which is an international organization that combats birth disparities in 7 different countries.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>888</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 9 BMH Postpartum A Mothers Experience</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-9-bmh-postpartum-a-mothers-experience--42767275</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, we interview a mother who shares her personal experience during the postpartum period. Postpartum care is often not offered. In this episode, a mother shares how she recognized the signs of postpartum stress and the steps she took to get support.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml" rel="noopener">https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml</a><br /><a href="https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx" rel="noopener">https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx</a><br /><a href="https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth" rel="noopener">https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767275</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2021 17:30:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767275/ep_9_bmh_postpartum_a_mothers_experience.mp3" length="20925125" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we interview a mother who shares her personal experience during the postpartum period. Postpartum care is often not offered. In this episode, a mother shares how she recognized the signs of postpartum stress and the steps she took to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we interview a mother who shares her personal experience during the postpartum period. Postpartum care is often not offered. In this episode, a mother shares how she recognized the signs of postpartum stress and the steps she took to get support.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml" rel="noopener">https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml</a><br /><a href="https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx" rel="noopener">https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx</a><br /><a href="https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth" rel="noopener">https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1308</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 8 Postpartum Care</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-8-postpartum-care--42767283</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, we will be sharing how perinatal depression is defined by the medical community and highlighting some racial and ethnic disparities related to treatment, and share some mental health-related resources.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml" rel="noopener">https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml</a><br /><a href="https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx" rel="noopener">https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx</a><br /><a href="https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth" rel="noopener">https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767283</guid><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2021 16:19:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767283/ep_8_postpartum_care.mp3" length="12531669" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we will be sharing how perinatal depression is defined by the medical community and highlighting some racial and ethnic disparities related to treatment, and share some mental health-related resources.
Links:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we will be sharing how perinatal depression is defined by the medical community and highlighting some racial and ethnic disparities related to treatment, and share some mental health-related resources.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml" rel="noopener">https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml</a><br /><a href="https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx" rel="noopener">https://dhs.saccounty.net/PUB/Pages/Black-Infant-Health-Program/SP-Black-Infant-Health-Program.aspx</a><br /><a href="https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth" rel="noopener">https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/battling-over-birth</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>784</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 7 BMH-Labor Pain Management</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-7-bmh-labor-pain-management--42767276</link><description><![CDATA[Labor Pain Management pt. 2<br />In part two of this episode, we highlight some holistic medical interventions available during labor and delivery and how to make informed choices when selecting medical interventions.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767276</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:24:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767276/ep_7_bmh_labor_pain_management_jameka.mp3" length="17976423" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Labor Pain Management pt. 2
In part two of this episode, we highlight some holistic medical interventions available during labor and delivery and how to make informed choices when selecting medical interventions.
Links: http://herhealthfirst.org/</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Labor Pain Management pt. 2<br />In part two of this episode, we highlight some holistic medical interventions available during labor and delivery and how to make informed choices when selecting medical interventions.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1124</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 6 BMH-Preparing for delivery</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-6-bmh-preparing-for-delivery--42767281</link><description><![CDATA[Preparing for Labor and Delivery pt. 1<br />In this two part episode we spoke with a Black labor and delivery nurse where she addresses the challenges faced by Black mothers in the medical system and how to prepare for labor and delivery.  In part two of this episode we highlight some holistic medical interventions available during labor and delivery and how to make informed choices when selecting medical interventions.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767281</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:24:24 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767281/ep_6_bmh_preparing_for_delivery_jameka.mp3" length="17239561" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Preparing for Labor and Delivery pt. 1
In this two part episode we spoke with a Black labor and delivery nurse where she addresses the challenges faced by Black mothers in the medical system and how to prepare for labor and delivery.  In part two of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Preparing for Labor and Delivery pt. 1<br />In this two part episode we spoke with a Black labor and delivery nurse where she addresses the challenges faced by Black mothers in the medical system and how to prepare for labor and delivery.  In part two of this episode we highlight some holistic medical interventions available during labor and delivery and how to make informed choices when selecting medical interventions.<br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1078</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 5 BMH- Racial bias and Health Care</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-5-bmh-racial-bias-and-health-care--42767274</link><description><![CDATA[Racial Bias and Health Care<br />In this episode we explore inherent racial bias experienced in the medical system by Black women. We will be speaking with a mother who shares her experience navigating the medical system through pregnancy, delivery, and postnatal care. <br />Links: <a href="https://www.llli.org/" rel="noopener">https://www.llli.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/" rel="noopener">https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/</a><br /><a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767274</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:24:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767274/ep_5_bmh_racial_bias_and_health_care.mp3" length="19569683" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Racial Bias and Health Care
In this episode we explore inherent racial bias experienced in the medical system by Black women. We will be speaking with a mother who shares her experience navigating the medical system through pregnancy, delivery, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Racial Bias and Health Care<br />In this episode we explore inherent racial bias experienced in the medical system by Black women. We will be speaking with a mother who shares her experience navigating the medical system through pregnancy, delivery, and postnatal care. <br />Links: <a href="https://www.llli.org/" rel="noopener">https://www.llli.org/</a><br /><a href="https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/" rel="noopener">https://www.blackwomenbirthingjustice.com/</a><br /><a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1224</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 4 BMH Physical Health and Pregnancy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-4-bmh-physical-health-and-pregnancy--42767278</link><description><![CDATA[Physical Health and Pregnancy<br />We discuss pregnancy and physical health, highlighting the importance of exercise, diet, and rest. We will share common ailments experienced by black women during pregnancy and strategies on how to maintain your physical health during pregnancy.  In addition,  to maintain good nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum.   <br />Links: <a href="https://www.sacroot.com/" rel="noopener">https://www.sacroot.com/</a><br /><a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767278</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:23:59 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767278/ep_4_bmh_physical_health_and_pregnancy.mp3" length="14077282" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Physical Health and Pregnancy
We discuss pregnancy and physical health, highlighting the importance of exercise, diet, and rest. We will share common ailments experienced by black women during pregnancy and strategies on how to maintain your physical...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Physical Health and Pregnancy<br />We discuss pregnancy and physical health, highlighting the importance of exercise, diet, and rest. We will share common ailments experienced by black women during pregnancy and strategies on how to maintain your physical health during pregnancy.  In addition,  to maintain good nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum.   <br />Links: <a href="https://www.sacroot.com/" rel="noopener">https://www.sacroot.com/</a><br /><a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>880</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 3 BMH Pregnancy Coach</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-3-bmh-pregnancy-coach--43128104</link><description><![CDATA[Her Health First Pregnancy Coach <br />In this episode we learn about the pregnancy coach services available through Her Health First.  We discuss some of the specific challenges Black women face during pregnancy and how to overcome them with the services and support from Her Health First. <br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43128104</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:23:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/43128104/ep_3_bmh_pregnancy_coach.mp3" length="17715199" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Her Health First Pregnancy Coach 
In this episode we learn about the pregnancy coach services available through Her Health First.  We discuss some of the specific challenges Black women face during pregnancy and how to overcome them with the services...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Her Health First Pregnancy Coach <br />In this episode we learn about the pregnancy coach services available through Her Health First.  We discuss some of the specific challenges Black women face during pregnancy and how to overcome them with the services and support from Her Health First. <br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1108</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 2 BMH-Pregancy and health risk</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-2-bmh-pregancy-and-health-risk--42767282</link><description><![CDATA[Pregnancy and Health Risk<br />This episode is a discussion about the challenges and risks that Black women face in pregnancy and delivery such as cardiovascular conditions, hemorrhage, and preeclampsia.  Black women are 4 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related conditions and their babies are twice as likely to die too, with more than half of these deaths are considered preventable.<br />Links: National Association to advance Black birth downloadable bill of rights<br /><a href="https://thenaabb.org/black-birthing-bill-of-rights/" rel="noopener">https://thenaabb.org/black-birthing-bill-of-rights/</a><br /><a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767282</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:23:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767282/ep_2_bmh_pregancy_and_health_risk.mp3" length="13292354" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Pregnancy and Health Risk
This episode is a discussion about the challenges and risks that Black women face in pregnancy and delivery such as cardiovascular conditions, hemorrhage, and preeclampsia.  Black women are 4 times more likely to die from...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pregnancy and Health Risk<br />This episode is a discussion about the challenges and risks that Black women face in pregnancy and delivery such as cardiovascular conditions, hemorrhage, and preeclampsia.  Black women are 4 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related conditions and their babies are twice as likely to die too, with more than half of these deaths are considered preventable.<br />Links: National Association to advance Black birth downloadable bill of rights<br /><a href="https://thenaabb.org/black-birthing-bill-of-rights/" rel="noopener">https://thenaabb.org/black-birthing-bill-of-rights/</a><br /><a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>831</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>africa,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,justice,labor,maternity,medical,mothers,postpartum,social,wellness</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ep. 1 BMH-Who is HER Health First</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-1-bmh-who-is-her-health-first--42767277</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, we will discuss Her Health First, a local Sacramento Non-profit that focuses on supporting women’s health through culturally responsive programs that lead to equitable outcomes. Kenya Fagbeymi, Program Director, joins us to share more about the services and support available through Her Health First with a specific focus on service provision during the COVID-19 global pandemic. <br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42767277</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:23:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42767277/ep_1_bmh_who_is_her_health_first.mp3" length="25157380" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Jameel Pugh</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, we will discuss Her Health First, a local Sacramento Non-profit that focuses on supporting women’s health through culturally responsive programs that lead to equitable outcomes. Kenya Fagbeymi, Program Director, joins us to share more...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we will discuss Her Health First, a local Sacramento Non-profit that focuses on supporting women’s health through culturally responsive programs that lead to equitable outcomes. Kenya Fagbeymi, Program Director, joins us to share more about the services and support available through Her Health First with a specific focus on service provision during the COVID-19 global pandemic. <br />Links: <a href="http://herhealthfirst.org/" rel="noopener">http://herhealthfirst.org/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1573</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>african,american,babies,birth,black,childbirth,delivery,diet,first,health,her,infant,labor,maternity,mothers,postpartum,pregnancy,social,wellness,women</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/07d446182eea7f5d627660e282618bfd.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
