Let’s Talk About Birth Disparities and Maternal Health Inequality
APR 6, 202657 MIN
Let’s Talk About Birth Disparities and Maternal Health Inequality
APR 6, 202657 MIN
Description
Why are birth outcomes in the U.S. still so unequal and what can you actually do about it? In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln is joined by Silvia Salazar, a Colombian-born political content creator and founder of Tono Latino, and Rose Horton, RN, founder and CEO of Not On My Watch Consulting Partners and President of AWHONN, to unpack the reality of maternal health disparities, share powerful real-life experiences, and offer practical ways to advocate for yourself and others. We Talk About… • Maternal health disparities and why outcomes differ across racial and ethnic groups • How bias, communication gaps, and systemic barriers impact care • Real stories that highlight gaps in care and patient experience • How fear and access affect healthcare decisions in marginalized communities • Why respectful, patient-centered care matters • How to advocate for yourself and support others Order The Birth Book: An OB-GYN's Guide to Demystifying Labor and Delivery here! Follow your host @drjenniferlincoln Episode Links & Resources: Silvia Salazar Breaking the Feed podcast Rose Horton AWHONN Preeclampsia Foundation Legacy by Dr. Blackstock Healthy Mom & Baby Magazine Nobody Told Me About That by Ginger Breedlove Download the Count the Kicks App Birth Vibes by Dr. Jen Hamilton Siembra North Carolina Community Change Action See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.