Black Maternal Health & Nutrition: Why Policy and Food Access Matter
Nutrition is often overlooked in Black maternal health, but it’s one of the most critical factors in healthy outcomes for moms and babies. In this video, I share why nutrition matters, how policy changes like Medicaid and SNAP cuts affect maternal health, and what we can do.
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► Gates Foundation Announces Catalytic Funding: https://www.gatesfoundation.org/ideas/media-center/press-releases/2025/08/womens-health-funding-commitment
► The Guardian – Make Maternal Nutrition a Government Priority: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2025/may/28/on-world-hunger-day-make-maternal-nutrition-a-government-priority
► Commonwealth Fund – Medicaid Cuts & Maternal Mortality: https://www.commonwealthfund.org/blog/2025/medicaid-cuts-could-increase-maternal-mortality-and-jeopardize-womens-health)
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The Overlooked Role of Nutrition in Black Maternal Health Outcomes | How Policy, Food Security, and Meal Planning Impact Moms & Babies
When we talk about Black maternal health, nutrition is rarely at the center of the conversation. Yet, it’s one of the most critical factors supporting healthy pregnancies and long-term outcomes for moms and children. Globally, over one billion women and girls are malnourished. In the U.S., recent Medicaid and SNAP cuts threaten to deepen disparities for Black women who already face systemic barriers to care.
In this video, I break down why nutrition matters for Black maternal health, highlight the ripple effects of policy decisions on food security and maternal well-being, and share a real client story that shows how simple tools like meal planning can make a lasting impact. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, parent, or advocate, this conversation will give you practical insights and inspiration to push for change, because maternal health starts with a full plate.
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