10/09/2026
A recent study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found that Black people in Canada had a 66% higher risk of severe maternal complications compared with White people.
What makes this even more concerning is that the difference remained even after researchers accounted for sociodemographic and clinical factors.
This is a reminder that maternal health outcomes are not just about individual choices. We also need to look at the broader systems, experiences, and barriers that shape how people receive care.
💬 Every mother deserves to be heard, taken seriously, and treated with dignity and respect throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond.
So, what can we do to advocate for safer, more informed maternity care?
In my next post, I’ll be sharing 5 practical ways to advocate for yourself during pregnancy and childbirth.
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