Empowered & Informed Helping Black Mothers Experience Healthier Pregnancies

Why Being Informed Matters So Much for Black Mothers

Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications. But what often gets overlooked is why — and what we can do to shift the narrative.

Being informed helps Black mothers:

• Advocate for themselves in medical settingsKnowing the right questions to ask can literally save lives.

• Identify subtle signs when something isn’t rightMany complications start with symptoms that are dismissed or minimized.

• Choose healthcare providers who respect and listenCare should feel collaborative — not rushed, ignored, or dismissive.

• Understand their birthing optionsFrom midwives to doulas to hospital teams, Black mothers deserve choices.

• Build a pregnancy experience that feels empowering and supportedKnowledge helps women feel confident instead of uncertain.

The Truth: Black Mothers Aren’t “High Risk.” The System Is.

Black women are not genetically predisposed to poor outcomes.But we are disproportionately impacted by:

• Implicit bias

• Medical racism

• Lack of culturally-competent care

• Underdiagnosis and undertreatment

• Dismissal of pain or concerns

• Stress from navigating life as a Black woman

  
  

These are systemic issues, not personal failures.

That’s where informed sisterhood steps in. When knowledge, community, and advocacy combine, the entire experience shifts.

How Midwest Sister Circle Helps Black Mothers Have Better Pregnancies

At Midwest Sister Circle, we’re committed to being more than a support group — we’re a movement. Our programs exist because Black women deserve guidance, resources, and a safe space to navigate pregnancy and motherhood.

1. Sisterhood & Community Support

No mother should ever walk through pregnancy alone. Our community offers:

• Emotional support

• Lived-experience guidance

• Safe spaces to share and ask questions

• Connections with mothers who get it

  
  

2. Access to Culturally Relevant Education & Resources

We provide resources designed specifically with Black women in mind:

• Prenatal mental health support

• Nutrition guidance

• Safety plans for domestic violence survivors

• Doula & birth worker connections

• Postpartum awareness tools

• Advocacy tips for medical appointments

  
  

3. Workshops That Build Confidence and Knowledge

Our events and classes cover:

• What respectful medical care looks like

• How to self-advocate without fear

• Stress management and grounding

• Preparing for labor & delivery

• Postpartum planning

• Navigating perinatal mood disorders

  
  

4. “The Village” Private Facebook Group

Our intimate community gives members:

• Daily support

• Exclusive content

• Professional guidance

• Peer-to-peer encouragement

• A judgment-free zone to ask anything

What Does Being an Informed Black Mother Look Like?

It looks like:

• Asking your doctor to repeat information

• Cshoosing a provider who respects your voice

• Bringing a support person to appointments

• Learning the warning signs of preeclampsia, hemorrhage & depression

• Knowing you deserve rest, nourishment, and compassion

• Trusting your intuition

• Seeking a second opinion, confidently

• Saying “No” when something doesn’t feel right

• Building a village that protects your peace

  
  

You Deserve a Safe, Supported, and Empowered Pregnancy

Black mothers deserve care that honors them.Care that listens.Care that recognizes cultural context.Care that respects Black womanhood and Black motherhood.

At Midwest Sister Circle, we’re committed to making that a reality — not just for some women, but for every Black woman who enters our community.

Your pregnancy is not just a medical journey — it’s emotional, spiritual, and communal. And you are worthy of support in every one of those areas.

Join the Sisterhood That’s Changing the Narrative

For only $50 a year, you gain access to:

• Our private community, The Village

• Exclusive tools and resources

• Workshops and wellness events

• Advocacy education

• Discounts on programs and retreats

• A sisterhood that sees you, supports you, and celebrates you

  
  

Your journey deserves love, knowledge, safety, and support.

Join Midwest Sister Circle today, because when Black mothers are informed and uplifted, we all thrive.