According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. Additionally, BIPOC women often face systemic challenges in healthcare that can affect their prenatal and postpartum experiences, such as lack of access to quality healthcare services and implicit bias in healthcare settings. Furthermore, a study by the National Institutes of Health found that stress related to racial discrimination can lead to adverse birth outcomes among BIPOC women. For instance, a report by the New York City Department of Health revealed that from 2006 to 2010, Black women were 12 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes compared to White women. This discrepancy persisted even when accounting for differences in income, education level, and physical health. The report also identified systemic issues, such as unequal access to quality prenatal care, as a significant contributor to this disparity. This example underscores the urgency of addressing racial disparities in postpartum care. For instance, a study conducted in North Carolina, USA, showed that African-American women who frequently experienced racial discrimination were more likely to have infants with low birth weights compared to those who experienced less frequent discrimination. This supports the argument that stress related to racial discrimination can indeed lead to adverse birth outcomes. Our free digital Ebook, "Balancing Motherhood and Career: Your Comprehensive Guide for 2024," is designed to aid in this process. It empowers you with the tools and insights you need to set realistic professional and business goals and seamlessly reintegrate into the workforce. This comprehensive planner provides you with: - Effective strategies for balancing work and motherhood - Affirmations to boost your confidence and motivation - Visualization exercises to help you envision your career path - Trackers and templates to keep you organized - Interesting, fact-based insights into the challenges and opportunities of re-entering the workforce Don't miss this opportunity to take control of your career trajectory postpartum. Download our free Ebook today and begin your journey towards achieving your professional goals in 2024. Embrace the synergy of motherhood and a fulfilling career with our comprehensive digital planner. Join us in transforming postpartum care. Stay tuned to know more! #racialequality #bipocmom #fertilityrights #racialjustice #genderequality #themamawellproject @Organic Family and Baby