We spoke with Alejandra Garcia, MPH, co-founder of Accompany Doula Care and former Board President, about her drive to improve maternal outcomes, her passion for doula support, her hope for maternal health in Massachusetts, and more.
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We recently sat down with Nneka Hall, a full spectrum doula and Pregnancy and Infant Loss (PAIL) Awareness Advocate with a primary focus on infant and maternal mortality within the African American Community. Read our full interview with Nneka here.
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We are excited to share our new video, “Accompany Unveiled,” produced by EmVision Productions. This 3.5-minute video highlights the mission and impact of Accompany Doula Care, featuring heartfelt stories from the families we support. Watch the full video here!
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Every birthing person should have every effort made toward actualizing their autonomy in their care before, during and after the perinatal period. Utilizing a solid communication tool and sharing it with a supportive care team who can help advocate for you, including your doula, is a step toward ensuring that your desires are heard and your autonomy is respected.
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This week concludes the month of August as National Breastfeeding Month, recognized each year to promote the benefits of breastfeeding and chestfeeding, to support parents who breastfeed and chestfeed, and to raise awareness of barriers faced by lactating parents across the country. Accompany recognizes and applauds ongoing advocacy and policy that allows all families the choice to breastfeed and chestfeed.
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We recently sat down with Ketura’h Edwards-Robinson, MSN, SANE-MA, WHNP-BC, AGNP-C, to learn more about her work as a women’s health nurse practitioner, her vision for the future of maternal health in Massachusetts, and more. Ketura’h is the newly-elected president of the Accompany Doula Care Board.
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The Massachusetts state legislature unanimously passed a maternal health omnibus bill during an informal session last week. H4999 will be signed by Governor Healy into law on Monday, August 26th at 12:30 PM.
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A note of appreciation for Alejandra Garcia, co-founder of Accompany Doula Care and founding Board President.
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Ketura’h Edwards-Robinson, president-elect of the Accompany Doula Care Board, recently attended the Spring 2024 Perinatal-Neonatal Quality Improvement Network (PNQIN) Summit. The goal of this year’s conference was to communicate PNQIN quality improvement updates with statewide perinatal teams and partner organizations. Ketura’h shared with us her thoughts and insights from the event.
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Severe maternal health disparities exist in all corners of the U.S., including here in Massachusetts – a state which consistently tops rankings on health care performance across the country and is home to several of the country’s highest-ranked hospital systems. While doula coverage is not the sole solution to the current state of maternal health in Massachusetts and across the country, it is a crucial step in the right direction.
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We recently sat down with Katie Shea Barrett, treasurer of the Accompany Doula Board, to learn more about her work in healthcare delivery system reform and maternal & child health. Katie is the Head of Medicaid at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, where she leads the payor's work to enter the Medicaid market in the state.
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On behalf of the Doula Data Consortium, Accompany Doula Care is excited to announce that findings from the 2023 Time Use Study, our latest research project, have just been released!
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Maternal and perinatal health outcomes are deeply intertwined with socioeconomic conditions. Factors such as income, education, housing stability, access to healthcare, and social support significantly impact the health and well-being of pregnant individuals and their babies. Addressing these socioeconomic determinants requires a multifaceted approach that goes beyond the scope of healthcare providers alone. By fostering partnerships between healthcare providers, community organizations, and government agencies, we can create impactful interventions that address the root causes of maternal and perinatal health disparities.
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In the delicate journey of pregnancy and childbirth, support and guidance are invaluable. Yet, for many expectant individuals, navigating the perinatal experience can be overwhelming, especially in the face of disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. This is where the role of a doula shines brightly.
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We honor the life and legacy of Penny Simkin, a true luminary in perinatal health and doula care. As co-founder of DONA International, Penny dedicated over five decades to transforming the childbirth experience, making it more informed, supported, and empowering for families worldwide.
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We are excited to introduce our new Interim Executive Director, Adwapa Asenso! Adwapa first became a doula in 2020, first as a private doula before joining Accompany Doula Care. Prior to taking on the Interim Executive Director role, she also served on the Accompany Doula Care Board. Adwapa has a background in public sector nonprofit work and told us that she stepped into the role to “give back” and support Accompany’s ongoing growth. Read more of our interview with Adwapa here!
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