Maria Silver Pyanov, CPD, CCE
Posts
A New Study Finds Growing Disparities in Preterm Birth Rates
As doulas, it is important we help support families not just during birth but throughout pregnancy. Being aware of the growing disparities in preterm birth...
Black Mothers More Likely to Receive Unnecessary C-Sections
At the International Doula Institute, we are committed to being part of the solution to improve poor maternal health outcomes in the US. We know...
Black Maternal Health Week – IDI Doulas Supporting Awareness
At the International Doula Institute, we strive to be part of change. While the role of doulas is to support clients in self-advocacy, doulas often...
Black Maternal Health: The Role of Doulas
It’s Black Maternal Health Week, which is observed in 2024 on April 11-17th. Why is Black Maternal Health Week a thing? Because in the US,...
Olympian Tori Bowie Dies in Childbirth – What Doulas Should Know
Tori Bowie, a 32-year-old Olympian, tragically passed away during childbirth in early May. The most horrifying aspect, she was alone, suffering from preeclampsia, and succumbed...
Maternal Health Outcomes and Disparities Worsened During Global Pandemic
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) reported to congressional attendees in October 2022 the concerning trend in maternal health outcomes. The GAO found maternal health outcomes...