A Black Birth Doula on What Black Mothers Deserve

Chanel Porchia-Albert, founder of Ancient Song Doula Services.

Credit: NYC.gov

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Chanel Porchia-Albert wants Black mothers to be able to fully center themselves in the joy of childbirth. With Black women facing the highest rate of maternal death, Porchia-Albert explores the issues that have contributed to the abysmal numbers and the reasons behind them. The Founder and Executive Director of Ancient Song Doula services, she discusses the role of birth workers in mitigating healthcare disparities and empowering individuals to make informed choices.

Reported by Pamela Kirkland.

Follow Chanel on Twitter @ChanelPorchia.

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Chanel Porchia-Albert, founder and Chief Executive Director of Ancient Song Doula Services, a reproductive health organization focused on providing resources and full-spectrum doula services to women of color and marginalized communities throughout NYC and northern New Jersey. Credit: NYC.gov