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Supporting a Black pregnant woman as a health accountability partner is a responsibility that requires empathy, understanding and commitment. The journey of pregnancy is profound and filled with challenges, especially for Black women, who statistically face higher risks and disparities in health care. By stepping into the role of an accountability partner, you can help ensure that she not only receives the care she deserves but also feels empowered and supported every step of the way. This article explores five effective ways to be a health accountability partner, offering guidance on how to be a strong, reliable presence during this critical time.

5 ways to be a health accountability partner for a pregnant woman

The US Sun

A MUM’S “beautiful” newborn baby died in her arms after she was repeatedly told there was “nothing to worry about.” Louise Martin’s son Joshua was diagnosed with group B strep (GBS) three days after he was born and the infection left to severe complications including brain damage. GBS is the most common cause of infection […]

My ‘beautiful’ newborn baby died in my arms after I was repeatedly told there was ‘nothing to worry about’

Texas State

InspireMore

A mother and father in Texas have […]
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Rare Identical Quadruplets Finally Meet Brothers After 3-Month Fight In NICU

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NewsNinja

One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

A YOUNG mum-to-be suddenly died after she went for a nap, just days after discovering she was pregnant. Leah Roberts was five months along when she failed to wake up after going for a lie-down. The 21-year-old from Cwmbran, Wales, had only found out three days before her death that she was expecting a baby girl, […]

Mum-to-be, 21, ‘went for a nap and never woke up’ after already naming her baby girl

A new bill in Congress would ban weighted sleep products for babies following warnings that the sleepwear is killing infants. Weighted sleep products, including blankets, swaddles and sleep sacks, are similar to mini sleeping bags, but their added weight can calm babies and lull them to sleep faster. The added weight can range from a few ounces to 1.5 pounds. Many parents swear by them.

This infant sleepwear may get banned after babies died

A mother is urging pregnant women to take advantage of a new vaccine rollout after she watched "helplessly" as her newborn baby contracted a serious virus. Alice Cook's daughter Henrietta became seriously ill with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and required emergency hospital treatment at just three weeks old. "Henrietta being...

Mum urges pregnant women to take up RSV vaccine

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

A DEVASTATED woman has shared the heart-breaking story of her hubby refusing to spend money on their IVF treatment. In the heated argument, the man, whom she was been married with for 13 years, told as their infertility was her medical problem, she needed to fund it herself. However, this...

My husband of 13 years is refusing to spend a penny on our IVF because it’s ‘my medical issue’ stopping us have babies

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Booneville, MS

Mississippi News Group

A Booneville man finds himself in jail after children in his care tested positive for drugs according to a press release from the Booneville Police. After being indicted by the Prentiss County Grand Jury, 22 year old Dustin Blade Asher of Booneville has been charged with Two Counts of Child Endangerment. This charge relates to two children in his care testing positive for drugs, according to the Boonevile police.

Booneville Man Arrested For Child Endangerment After Children Test Positive For Drugs

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Atlanta, GA

Fox News

Breana and Matthew Dell welcomed conjoined twins in February, who were only alive for an hour. Breana Dell shares the heartbreaking yet awe-inspiring experience with Fox News Digital.

Atlanta couple’s conjoined twin daughters, fused at the heart, lived for just 1 hour: ‘Gift from God’

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. Kate Cox, a Texas woman who sued her state when she was denied an abortion there, announced that she is pregnant during the DNC’s delegate roll call. Cox...

Kate Cox, Texas woman denied an abortion, announces she's pregnant again

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

PureWow

Sound machines are a popular solution to the age-old problem of getting your bundle of joy to sleep through the night… but is white noise safe for babies? Here’s everything you need to know, according to a pediatrician and sleep coach.

Is White Noise Bad for Babies? We Spoke to a Pediatrician and Sleep Coach to Get the Scoop

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has revealed they are still looking for a forever home for an adorable six to seven-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains, "We have received so many applications for identical but much younger Frenchie, Lillian, but no one for Joannie yet."

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

Indiana State

Evansville, IN

An Indiana mom and father are reportedly facing charges over the death of their diabetic daughter who they 'failed to treat.'. 12-year-old Alice Ruby Bredhold tragically died on July 4 after being found dead on her bedroom floor at the family's home in Evansville, according to an affidavit obtained by NBC affiliate WFIE.

Indiana parents 'failed to treat' 12-year-old daughter's diabetes so she died in her bedroom

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Maternal Health Classes to Empower Moms

SOUTH BEND, IN (WSBT) — Making sure every mother knows they are supported, the Maternal and Infant Health team of the St. Joseph County Health Department...

Maternal Health Classes to Empower Moms

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