By: Selen Ozturk, Ethnic Media Services With the Black maternal health crisis worsening, Shantay Davies-Balch is growing a rapid-response...

Taking care of yourself is the first step in taking a care of your baby. 1. If I had a C-section, can I still have a vaginal birth? 2. Is...

Discuss these questions with your provider to experience a healthier pregnancy. 1. How often will I need to see a doctor? 2. What are...

Varicose veins and hemorrhoids are common discomforts in the third trimester. These problems often occur at the same time. Varicose veins...

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in pregnancy. As pregnancy progresses, the growing baby and uterus can press on the ureter and...

Article written by: Editorial Staff of Community Medical Centers Community Health System partner, the BLACK Wellness & Prosperity Center,...

The OB Panel, also called a Prenatal Panel, is a group of ACOG-recommended tests used for routine prenatal care during the first part of...

Sickness or vomiting in the first trimester is common and may be the first sign that you are pregnant. You may have a queasy feeling and...

Leg cramps are short but painful muscle contractions. They are most common in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Causes...

Heartburn, also called acid indigestion or dyspepsia, is a very common discomfort in pregnancy. The muscles of the stomach may be slower...

Gastroenteritis means infection or inflammation in the digestive system. It is usually a short-term illness and is not serious. However,...

For nearly two decades, California has made significant progress in reducing maternal mortality. In fact, our state has the lowest...

Maternal Health Awareness Day  is observed on January 23rd to raise awareness about maternal health and the United States’ rising...

Fresno, CA  — BLACK Wellness & Prosperity Center (BWPC)  has partnered with the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to...

(Photo from left to right: Christopher Carey, Secretary Xavier Becerra, Shantay R. Davies-Balch, California Surgeon General Dr. Diana E....

The Center for Health Equity (CHE), in collaboration with community experts and UCSF researchers, developed a Maternity Care Experiences...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Women in the United States are more likely to die following pregnancy-related complications -- compared to women...

YOU DESERVE A DOULA A doula is a trained non-clinical birth professional that provides individualized support to pregnant persons and...