The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market with Sheila Thorne, Episode 10
In this episode of The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in Diverse America from Molecule to Market. Sheila Thorne speaks with Anabel Rivera, a bilingual perinatal coordinator and certified community full spectrum doula at Ancient Song Doula Services. With a BA from the University of Puerto Rico and extensive experience in supporting diverse communities, Anabel shares her insights and passion for improving maternal health among women of color, emphasizing the critical role doulas play in this effort.
Tune in to the episode to hear about:
* The alarming rise in maternal mortality rates among women of color and the systemic factors contributing to these disparities.
* The essential role of doulas in providing emotional, physical, and informational support to pregnant women and families, and how this support can lead to better health outcomes.
* The challenges and triumphs of working within the healthcare system as a doula, including advocacy, education, and the importance of a supportive community.
* Practical advice for families and women considering pregnancy, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy and informed decision-making in healthcare.
* The ongoing efforts and resources available for women of color to access quality maternal care and support, highlighting the importance of collective action and awareness to address these critical health issues.
Learn more about Anabel Rivera:
* Follow Anabel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunaancestral
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About The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market: Each episode of Sheila Thorne’s The Kaleidoscope podcast highlights leaders and patients of color to discuss culturally linguistically appropriate strategies and services.
* Subscribe to The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kaleidoscope-healthcare-in-a-diverse-america-from-molecule-to-market/id1715004411
* Subscribe to The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market video series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SheilaThorne
Connect with Sheila Thorne:
* Website: https://sheilathorne.com
* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-thorne-63b5a32
* Twitter: https://twitter.com/sthornemhmg
* YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SheilaThorne
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