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Dad Doula and nonprofit team up to improve maternal and infant care.

by Netta Thompson | Jul 3, 2024 | Uncategorized

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A doula is typically a woman who provides guidance and support to pregnant women during labor. It’s not every day that you hear about a daddy doula, but James Hogue is hoping to change that. His purpose in this role isn’t so much to help the mom,...

Why Pregnancy Related Deaths In Missouri Are Four Times Higher For Black Mothers Than White Mothers

by Netta Thompson | Apr 30, 2024 | Uncategorized

                    KCUR 89.3 – Hakima Payne is executive director of Uzazi Village, which works to address high maternal mortality rates among Black women. Bias in healthcare is a contributing factor in Black...

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