The Black birth experience
A story archive and resource center.
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Tamiya-Griffin-500x334.jpeg)
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/BHM_update__Article_Cassandre-500x334.jpg)
Trusting yourself and your body
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/BHM_update__Article_Kami2-500x334.jpg)
Identify your advocate
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/DB-500x334.jpeg)
Every baby is a new dance partner
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/TA-500x333.jpeg)
Breastfeeding gave me a sense of peace and connection to my babies
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/DoulaMidwifeNurse-500x334.jpg)
Doula, midwife, nurse: What’s the difference?
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BHM_22_WhatToKnowDoulas-1-500x334.jpg)
What you should know about doulas
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/BuildingABirthTeam-500x334.jpg)
Building a birth team
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BHM_22_PostpartumPlan-500x334.jpg)
How to create a postpartum plan
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/article_111801-500x334.jpg)
Doulas: Why it’s important to find one who really gets you
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BHM_22_MaternityQueerPerson-500x334.jpg)
Navigating pregnancy care as a queer person
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BHM_22_TalkToProvider-500x334.jpg)
Talking to your provider
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BHM_22_7ReasonsBirthPlan-500x334.jpg)
6 reasons why you should write a birth plan
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/article_111794-500x334.jpg)
Don’t settle: Find a healthcare provider who really cares
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/BHM_22_CraftingBirthPlan-1-500x334.jpg)
The comfort of crafting a birth plan
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/article_111790-500x334.jpg)
Why bringing a support person with you to appointments can help you advocate for the best healthcare
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/article_111787-500x334.jpg)
How to advocate for yourself as a patient to get the care you deserve
![](https://assets.oviahealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/article_111798-500x334.jpg)