Maternal Support & Education Day 2026: Beyond Delivery

Maternal Support and Education Day 2026: Beyond Delivery is a free community event focused on maternal mental health, self advocacy in medical spaces, and access to supportive prenatal and postpartum care. This event was created to address the gaps many mothers face after leaving the hospital, where support often ends but the need for care continues. Through education, resources, and community connection, we aim to ensure mothers feel seen, supported, and informed throughout their journey. Attendees can connect with trusted providers and organizations, access free resources and health screenings, and [...]

2026-05-04T16:26:06-04:00May 4th, 2026|, , , |

Conquerors Community Health Fair

The Conquerors Community Development Corporation at Victory Christian Center is hosting a Community Health Fair to bring health care information, services, and resources to our neighbors in Southwest & West Philadelphia. There will be screenings, healthy snacks, and workshops for the whole family.

Community-Based Doulas Advancing the Goals of Population Health

Naima Black, Doula, CLC
Coordinator, North Philadelphia Breastfeeding & Community Doula Program
Maternity Care Coalition

In Collaboration With

L’Oreal McCollum, MSW, LSW, M.Ed.
Special Projects Coordinator
DBHIDS

 

The second Sunday in May marked the special day that we celebrate motherhood. We celebrate the impact of mothers within our culture, as well as our personal maternal bonds. With May also being National Mental Health Awareness Month, both instances present a fitting occasion to celebrate and highlight the unique role of doulas in supporting maternal mental health and wellness.

2021-01-02T19:37:04-05:00May 9th, 2016|Women's Health|
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