Doing so can help alleviate birthing anxiety and increase positive birth outcomes.
Initially, Cebert Gaitors took to private Facebook groups specifically seeking a Black OB/GYN.
Her request was met with white women recommending white doctors, emphasizing their great experiences.
But Cebert Gaitors knew her level of care would differ from theirs.
But they shouldnt have to.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
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But the couples experience also came as a beautiful shock to the hospital staff.
They were making a big deal about this beautiful couple going through this beautiful birth, Welch-Charles said.
Because they dont see that a lot.
The nurses do not.
But we dont see that a lot with our own race.
Well+Good is bringing this joy to life, in aphoto essay featuring five families who experienced joy during childbirth.
Photographer Kwami Merzier went into their home to capture a snapshot of bliss between mother and son.
Listeners can stream Morines Joy: A Dream Birthing Team Goes Viralhere.
And you’re free to see the aforementioned photo essayhere.
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