"We know that there are inequities or differences in the way that Black individuals or individuals of many different backgrounds either experience their labor and delivery care or their ultimate outcomes," said Dr. Allison Bryant, the Associate Chief Health Equity Officer for Mass General Brigham.
"When I advocate, I'm advocating to the patient, not to the nurses. I'm guiding her, telling her, if she's not liking what's going on, how do you feel about that?" said Ieshia Lee, a doula.
"I've definitely heard and seen stories about how it's just harder or just more you have to advocate for yourself a little more as an African-American," said Latoya Baskin.
"Another person in my village to help me along the way," said Baskin, referring to the supportive role of her doula Ieshia Lee.
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