Mariah Alyce

02/20/2026

Hypertensive disorders affect nearly 1 in 7 pregnancies in the United States, and cardiovascular conditions remain a leading cause of pregnancy related deaths, with many of these complications occurring during the postpartum period.

In states like Alabama, where rural hospital closures and limited maternal healthcare access continue to widen gaps in care, preventative monitoring can literally save lives.

That’s why I’m committed to providing blood pressure cuffs and health journals for mamas to use at home. Early monitoring, documentation, and awareness empower women to advocate for themselves, especially when access to competent care isn’t guaranteed.

Preventative care matters. Monitoring matters. Access matters.

Please click the link attached to help me reach this goal in preparation for the healthcare events I will attend this month 🤎💫:

02/08/2026

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This beautiful film is the story of "Miss Mary" Coley, an African-American midwife more than half a century ago in rural Georgia. Conceived as a demonstratio...

01/17/2026

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09/29/2025

Life will be a little easier for nursing mothers on October 1 when Parker’s Law officially takes effect in Alabama.

09/24/2025

📍 Tuscaloosa!! We LOVE LaKesa ❤️ She's been an amazing community partner since 2020.

I have openings available!

💻 Book your appointment at
🛜 agraycefultouchmassage.com or
📞 call 205-534-3524 to schedule 🗓️

Side note: I’m going to start posting more soon, so be ready to see my face and hear my antics again 🤪😬

07/15/2025

🌿✨ Book your free online video consult here: https://tinyurl.com/Midwifeconsult

There’s something truly special about welcoming your little one in a familiar, nurturing environment of your own home, surrounded by loved ones. We are here to support you every step of the way, ensuring a safe and joyful birth experience tailored to your unique needs.

Since our calendar is filling up quickly, we encourage you to reach out soon if you’re considering a homebirth. We offer a free consultation where we can discuss your birth plan, answer any questions, and help you envision what your homebirth journey could look like. This initial meeting is all about you—your hopes, your dreams, and your preferences for this beautiful chapter in your life. 🌈

Don’t wait to take this important step toward a more personalized birthing experience. Schedule your consultation today and let us help you create the birth story you’ve always dreamed of. We can’t wait to meet you and support your family’s journey into parenthood! 💖

05/24/2025

It’s finally here!!!
The Sip & See: Postpartum Training Course

For the past year, it’s been on my heart to bring back my 4th Trimester Course (Postpartum and Lactation support). This time, it is returning with a new focus - created specifically for birthworkers and community supporters who are ready to deepen their knowledge and feel more confident offering support through postpartum.

We are centering culturally rooted care, Black maternal health, and accessible lactation support. Topics will focus on historical and systemic context, advocacy fundamentals, and breastfeeding/postpartum basics.

I’m thrilled to expand that guidance through mentorship and this course.

While this upcoming workshop (May) is currently filled - there will be more dates coming soon. STAY TUNED!

Come sip and see the future of community based care 🫶🏾🤎

03/20/2025

‼️ Research study - Please consider participating & supporting ❤️

📣 CALLING DIVINE 9 SISTER GREEKS!

YOUR VOICE MATTERS in groundbreaking research on Black women's health and breastfeeding practices— whether you've breastfed or not!

I'm conducting doctoral research on how education, sorority membership, and family history influence breastfeeding decisions among African American women. No personal breastfeeding experience needed to participate!

✅ Eligible if you:
• Identify as African American/Black
• Are 19+ years old
• Member of either: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated or Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
• Have a bachelor's degree or higher

📝 Just 15-20 minutes for the online survey
💬 Selected participants will be invited for follow-up interview
💰 Complete both phases and receive a $50 gift card!

Your insights will help address health disparities and improve maternal-child health in our community.

Ready to make an impact?Take the survey: https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Nq7QUH7l53wyvs or see attached study informational flyer

Questions? Contact me at aml0179@auburn.edu

Auburn University IRB approved study (Protocol STUDY00000332) 01/04/2025

03/16/2025

DID YOU KNOW that the Alabama Department of Public Health has refused to allow midwives to provide newborn screening to babies born at home stating that a physician must perform the tests? However, in hospitals and in physician offices ancillary staff, not necessarily even a nurse, performs these screening tests. Physicians do not collect the blood specimens and run the pulse oximetry and hearing screening devices.

Newborn Screening is within midwives' training and scope of practice. Midwives could collect the blood specimens and have the results sent to the baby's physician.

Instead of seeing to restrict midwives, Alabama Department of Public Health could recognize that midwives can be a part of the solution to ensure these public safety screenings are performed in a timely manner.

03/04/2025

03/04/2025

I ran into these familiar faces while in attendance of the beautiful ceremony, honoring and renaming the Marion Post Office after the late Civil Rights Leader Albert Turner, Sr. ❤️