America is one of the only developed nations with a rising maternal mortality rate, according to the CDC. Even with cutting edge technology and advancements in women’s health, mothers are still losing their lives. Dr. Lindsay Admon joins us this week to explain the factors feeding into this crisis and offers potential solutions that could save more women. Nicky Dawkins, a professional doula, also chimes in with the benefits of bringing in extra advocates.
Guest Information:
- Nicky Dawkins, Full Circle Holistic Reproductive Health Doula
- Dr. Lindsay Admon, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan Medical School
Links for more info:
- JAMA Network: Trends and Distribution of In-Hospital Mortality Among Pregnant and Postpartum Individuals by Pregnancy Period
- NBER Working Paper Series – Maternal And Infant Health Inequality: New Evidence From Linked Administrative Data
- University of Michigan Medical School Dr. Lindsay Admon
- Instagram @thankyounicky
- Werk it Moms
- Twitter @lindsayadmon
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