Black Mamas ATX, Austin, TX (2026)

05/19/2026

Olympic Champion Allyson Felix

After experiencing her own complicated pregnancy, Allyson Felix now advocates on racial disparities in Maternal Health while highlighting the systemic gaps that still exist. While 32 weeks pregnant at a routine prenatal check-up, she was sent to the hospital where she was presented with severe preeclampsia, one of the leading causes of maternal deaths worldwide and Black women being “three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women”. She was aware of the statistics, but shares that her awareness was clouded by the preconceived notion that it could never happen to her. Her experience highlights the importance of having a great healthcare team and advocating for oneself. Since her experience, she has spent her time sharing her story to further educate women on potential warning signs while also highlighting the importance of self-advocacy.

05/15/2026

Black Maternal Health Spotlights: Though socioeconomic status is a major factor in the outcomes of maternal health, systemic racism and implicit bias supersedes social status. This leads to inequities in treatment within healthcare settings and contributes to disparities that are disproportionately targeting womxn of color. Celebrities are not immune to the maternal health disparities Black birth givers face. We are highlighting a few in the coming weeks that have turned their experiences into inspiration for advocacy:

After facing her own Maternal Health complications, Serena Williams has taken it upon herself to become an advocate for Maternal Health and the need for better care and support for Black mothers. She experienced neglect and dismissal when it came to addressing the ongoing pain and concerns postpartum. Even while presenting symptoms similar to a previously experienced pulmonary embolism, she was told that she was confused due to her pain medication and was denied being administered a CT scan. She continuously insisted, and due to her persistence, a CT was administered which soon revealed multiple blood clots in her lungs, proving her suspicions to be true. Since that experience, she has gone on to support the campaign to further advocate for the right to quality healthcare for every mother and newborn, as well as writing a powerful op-ed for CNN detailing her experience after giving birth.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to our community of mothers, birth givers, and supporters of Black Mamas ATX.

At Black Mamas ATX, we believe that every mother and birth giver deserves to survive and thrive. We believe that doula support and community care is essential to healthy pregnancies and births. We are committed to providing this support and fighting for a future where birth equity is the standard, not just the goal. As always, the link is in our bio to support and sustain our work.

Happy Mother’s Day!

04/24/2026

WE ARE HIRING! 📢

Black Mamas ATX is growing, and we’re looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals to join our team. We are dedicated to ensuring Black birthing people in Central Texas survive and thrive, and we need the right team to help us make it happen.

Current Openings:

- Sister Doula: Provide essential, culturally congruent support to Black Mamas ATX clients.

- Administrative Assistant: Be the backbone of our daily operations and organizational efficiency.

Help us transform Black maternal health in Central Texas.

📅 Deadline to Apply: May 10, 2026
🔗 How to Apply: Visit the link: https://blackmamasatx.com/jobs/

04/15/2026

🚨 We are not done yet! The Black Maternal Health Week Summit 2026 is still going strong, and there is still time for you to join this vital conversation! 🏛️✨

It takes a whole village, and we want you in the room.

🗓️ WHAT'S LEFT: 💻 April 16-17: VIRTUAL SESSIONS. Connect from anywhere for live workshops and expert panels discussing advocacy, wellness, and fatherhood and a final session on reclaiming joy in motherhood.

🎉 April 17: COMMUNITY MIXER. If you are in Austin, join us in person at RichesArt Gallery (6:30 PM–8:30 PM) for music, networking, and celebration!

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to grab your last-minute tickets!

04/13/2026

Justice in birth requires the whole village. 🕊️🏛️✨

We’re continuing our Thursday virtual series with a powerful panel: Fatherhood in Birth Justice. Join a group of distinguished community leaders, including Omari Maynard, co-founder of the ARIAH Foundation; Patrick Hutchins, founder of Dou-Bro U; Kenneth D. Thompson Sr., Fatherhood Program Specialist for the Texas DFPS; Corey Tabor, leadership coach and author; and Jonathan Davis, a writer and political scientist who most recently served as the Lead Legislative Analyst of Local Government with the Texas Senate Research Center.

Together with our panel of experts, we’ll discuss the critical impact of fatherhood on Black maternal and infant health outcomes. From advocacy in the delivery room to evidence-based research and policy development, learn how we are securing a healthier, more joyful future for Black families. 🤝🏾✊🏾

🔗 Click the link in our bio to register for the Summit and learn from these experts!

04/13/2026

What does it actually look like to show up as a father? 🕊️🏛️✨

In this panel, our experts share their personal stories of navigating pregnancy, the birth room, and the first few months at home. There’s no script for becoming a father, so these dads are sharing what they experienced, what caught them off guard, and what they wish they had known sooner.

We are honored to welcome a panel of resilient fathers, including Howard Douglas III, principal owner of Douglas Capital Advisors; Cecil Lockwood (known as Afrofuturist artist Starboi Quazarz); Gabe Reid, founder of Joyous Tutoring; Michael Ward Jr., CEO of Universal Tech Movement (UTM); and Bryon Hubbard, a tech professional. Joining them is William Morrison, a postpartum doula and Fatherhood Practitioner. William brings his expertise as a "Dou-Bro" to the conversation, highlighting how fathers can actively support the physical and emotional safety of mothers during and after birth.

It’s a raw and honest conversation about the challenges and the high points of being a present father, offered for anyone looking to understand the vital role a dad plays in a healthy birth journey. 🤝🏾✊🏾

🔗 Click the link in our bio to register for the Summit and learn from these experts!

04/10/2026

"Therapy That Sees Us" – A conversation on healing, identity, and justice. 🕊️🧠🏛️

JUST ADDED: We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Chyna Hill to our "Therapy That Sees Us" virtual panel! Dr. Hill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Co-Founder of the Black Girls Mental Health Collective, bringing a rare blend of community-rooted clinical expertise and systems-level research to this vital discussion.

Mental health care isn’t "one size fits all"—especially for Black mothers. We’re honored to bring together these four expert advocates for a foundational panel exploring the mental health support that Black mothers actually need and deserve.

🔗 Click the link in our bio to register for the Summit and learn from our experts!

04/10/2026

"How do we honor our grief while making room for our joy? 💭✨

'Grief, Loss & Complicated Joy' explores the space where loss, hope, and resilience coexist. Moderated by Jai Fields, a parent, full-spectrum doula, and reproductive justice advocate serving as the Childcare Program Director at Giving Austin Labor Support (GALS), this conversation invites us to witness and support parents moving through the profound emotional intersections of love and loss.

We are honored to be joined by a group of resilient voices, including Brendel Mack, sharing her powerful journey through secondary infertility and IVF; Morgan Goodwin, founder of The Goodwin Family Project Hopeful Heart Initiative; and engineer and entrepreneur Camara Samuel, who brings her perspective on navigating motherhood and building community while raising her daughter. Together, they offer a vital look at the diverse paths of healing and intentional family life. 🕊️🏛️"

🔗 Click the link in our bio to register for the Summit and hear their transformative stories.

04/10/2026

What does it look like when birth is treated as a healthy, joyful, and sacred event? It looks like "The Doula Difference."

For our afternoon session on Saturday, April 11th, we’re exploring the measurable and profound impact of having a dedicated advocate who centers the humanity and autonomy of Black birth-givers. This session dives into how doulas provide the physical, emotional, and informational support that creates true structural safety.

We are honored to welcome a panel of experts, including Michelle Cruz, a passionate birth doula and Neurodivergent Child Birth Educator; Jasmine Douglas, an advocate for informed consent; Ebony Williams, a full-spectrum doula; and Alicia Rivera-Clemente, a community doula focusing on holistic, natural care. This conversation will be moderated by Valerie Rios, Executive Director of Partners in Parenting (PIP).

Together, we’ll explore how community-led doula support changes outcomes for the whole village. When doulas are recognized as part of the care team, the narrative shifts from survival to flourishing. 🤝🏾✊🏾

🔗 Join us at KMFA Studios to hear from the experts leading this work. Link in bio for tickets!

04/09/2026

We’re proud to feature a groundbreaking session at our Summit Launch: The Maternal Health Equity Collaborative (MHEC). 🤝🏾🕊️

This session highlights the hands-on work of grassroots leaders building community-centered systems of care from the ground up. We’re honored to be joined by a panel of visionary leaders, including Jai Fields, Childcare Program Director at Giving Austin Labor Support (GALS); Ariana Williams from the Luz De Atabey Midwifery Project (LAMP); Cherelle VanBrakle, Co-Executive Director of Mama Sana Vibrant Woman; Darline Turner, Executive Director of the Healing Hands Community Birthing Project; and our very own Kelenne Blake, Executive Director of Black Mamas ATX.

Together, they will discuss the strategic power-building and collective care required to build community-led systems that protect both the safety and the joy of our community. Join us on Saturday, April 11th as we explore how we’re creating the structural safety necessary for Black families to experience birth as a healthy, joyful, and sacred event.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to grab your pass for this Saturday April 11!

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