04/13/2022
Black Maternal Health Week is recognized each year from April 11-17th to bring awareness to Black Maternal Health.
To reduce factors that contribute to pregnancy-related complications and death, pregnant people and their families can:
- Talk to a healthcare provider if anything doesn't feel right or is concerning
- Know and seek IMMEDIATE care if experiencing any of the urgent Maternal warning signs, including severe headache, extreme swelling of hands or face, trouble breathing, heavy vaginal bleeding or discharge, overwhelming tiredness, and more.
- Document and share pregnancy history during each visit for up to one year after delivery
-Maintain ongoing Healthcare and social support systems before, during, and after pregnancy.
Source: cdc.gov/health equity