This FREE community is for you if you’re Black, pregnant and:
- You're searching for a supportive community that truly understands your unique journey. Join us, a welcoming community of Black pregnant mamas where you can share as much or as little of your experiences without the fear of judgment or misunderstanding.
- You know you'd benefit from valuable insights into pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period from a highly experienced multi-award-winning Black birth professional.
- You follow lots of pregnancy/antenatal/hypnobirthing/doula and parent & baby accounts on social media but find the volume of information overwhelming. Endless scrolling has you confused, wasting time and doing zero preparation or has you signing up to programmes that you never complete!
- You want pregnancy and birth tips that are relevant and relatable to you as a black woman. Otherwise, what’s the point?
- Your current experience of navigating the maternity system has been bewildering and challenging. Let us help you navigate it safely and on your own terms!
HOW TO JOIN
Join our FREE Facebook Group and you'll receive your link to join our FREE Black mama community here:
What inspired me to create the Birth Village:
As a doula, I wanted to serve more black women in a way that we deserve to be served –with understanding and empathy.
Served in a way that honours and respects our rich and diverse African and Caribbean heritage and the way it intersects with a maternity system that often struggles to see and hear us.
I promise you won’t see any reference to BAME here; I won’t be lumping you into a one size fits all group.
I see you and I see your individual needs!
Are you tired of seeing Black women unsupported and signing up to courses that don’t serve us well?
My inbox is full of Black women asking for support and information that hasn’t been included on the 'one size fits all' birth preparation courses. I say, do those courses but come back here and let us colour in the gaps!
It's different here! I care about how you birth. I am invested in your experience. When you win, we all win!
I want to use my extensive experience to shorten your learning curve, cut through the fluff and serve you with the information and support that’s going to take you quickly and safely from anxiety to birth confidence and beyond.
I know that when you feel confident and supported, you’ll relax, start to enjoy your pregnancy and bond with your unborn baby.
Your partner and loved ones will benefit too.
When we nurture the mamas, people around her soak up that positive energy too so relationships become more harmonious.
Happy mom, happy everyone!
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It really does take a village to raise a mama! Looking for your Village?
Let me introduce - Black Mamas Birth Village
Black Mamas Birth Village is a FREE community and birth preparation hub for Black expectant parents.
When you join us, you'll have immediate access to all of the resources that have helped my doula clients have wonderful, empowered births and a healthy, happy postpartum.
With our App (you'll receive details on joining), you'll enjoy having all videos, downloads and other content at your fingertips so that you and partner/birth partner can work through them at your own pace.
So, whether you’re in your 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th trimester (have a baby up to 3 months old), there’ll be something for everyone. My guests (other Black birth & postpartum professionals) and I will be serving you with information that will support you to glide as smoothly as possible along the path to life with a new baby.
Plus, a private online community (away from Facebook) where the sharing and caring continues. Meet other Black mamas, start conversations, share your birth story or have a rant. We’re here for all that and more!
Simply follow the steps below and we'll take you on the shortest route from confusion & anxiety to birth confidence!
Your 5 Easy Steps to Birth Confidence
1. Join Us Today!
Whether you're a 1st time or a 5th time mom, the plethora of information online about pregnancy, birth and motherhood has left you feeling overwhelmed and confused. You know that you should be making preparations but you're not sure about the what, where and how.
2. Welcome Home!
And..... exhale!
Our private community is hosted right here, away from the distractions of Facebook!
You've found your Village. You're now part of a supportive community of other Black mamas-to-be. It's a safe and non-judgemental space where conversations around pregnancy, birth and parenting happen. You feel relieved that you're not alone as you walk the path with others who welcome you and totally get you!
3. Support for YOU all the Way!
GOOD support is a vital to Black birth and parenting success and you'll get plenty of it here!
Any anxieties that you had before joining us are replaced with feelings of calmness & confidence.
I also offer 1:1 support for mamas who'd benefit from some extra nurturing/private antenatal workshop.
4. Enjoy the learning!
I'm so excited to share this learning with you as I know how impactful this information is!
You'll be encouraged to read and watch the content of your choice and as a result you'll have the information that's relevant to you. You'll feel empowered now that you have the knowledge that you need to make this journey to motherhood the best it can be.
5. Graduation Day baby!
You'll come to the end of the programme and feel super confident now that you're fully prepared for the journey from pregnancy to life with your new baby. You've come a long way and grown so much in confidence and knowledge. You're able to make informed decisions about your pregnancy, birth & parenting. You and your partner are able to advocate for yourselves. You're all set for birth confidence! .
HOW TO JOIN
Join our FREE Facebook Group and you'll receive your link to join our FREE Black mama community here:
This journey is going to happen no matter what.
The question is, are you going to travel that road on your own or with nurturing help and support along of the way?
"I've just given birth to baby number 5. This time it was different. I was part of Black Mamas Birth Village and learned so much about my birthing rights, making a birth plan etc. It made this birth different. Also, through the group I was able to feedback to the hospital about my experience and they've agreed to make some changes!"
J
Birth Village member
WHAT MAKES BLACK MAMAS BIRTH VILLAGE DIFFERENT?
We're a community that focuses solely on preparing Black mamas-to-be for birth and parenting a new baby. You'll be supported to learn at your own pace, all while being supported by a qualified and highly experienced birth professional in a community of other black mamas.
ACCESS TO EXPERTISE
With over 30 years' experience of supporting families and preparing many parents for birth, you'll have access to the kind of information and support that works!
BLACK BIRTH SUCCESS
We leave no mama behind. We strive to see you thrive through pregnancy and motherhood. You'll have access to online doula support to support your journey.
SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY
You'll be part of a supportive community of other Black mamas-to-be where you can talk freely without fear of judgement or having to explain yourself.
for us, by us
All learning material has been created/curated by Black birth professionals with YOU in mind which means that you won't have to waste time picking through the content, searching for information that's relevant to you!
INFLUENCING CHANGE
Where appropriate we will link in with Hospital Trusts to feedback on your experiences of maternity care. Our aim is to help bring about change so that Black mamas and their families have better experiences.
you at the heart, ALWAYS!
Once you've come to the end of the learning we have an exciting opportunity that will help you to remain at the heart of the community & become a paid Village ambassador.
ALL MEMBERS HAVE ACCESS TO:
IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO pregnancy, birth & baby CONTENT
You'll gain immediate access to the online content as soon as you've signed up! There's a vast array of video lessons covering everything from pregnancy and postpartum wellness to navigating your way through the maternity system, birth partner training, 1st aid for babies and much more!
Start straight away and all from the comfort of your own home
THERE'S A SPACE FOR YOU! YOU IN?
Top Rated Learning Content
Access hours and hours of amazing, easy to follow content including hypnobirthing audio tracks, downloadable templates, and hours of video content.
Learn At Your Own Pace
From any device, any time at your convenience. Resume exactly where you left off. No limits on the number of times you can view the video content.
Awesome Community
Join our private community and connect with Black mamas from around the UK and further afield. Learn and share with our ever growing community.
HOW TO JOIN
Join our FREE Facebook Group and you'll receive your link to join our FREE Black mama community here:
WORKSHEETS, CHEATSHEETS AND EASY TO USE TEMPLATES
Let me guide you along the shortest route to pregnancy, birth and parenting success. My specially designed downloadable resources have been created with you in mind.
You'll have access to all of the information that I used with my doula clients to ensure that they were fully informed and prepared for their new baby's arrival. Forget the endless scrolling and online searching, it's here for you all clearly laid out for you to use.
YOUR REFLECTIVE JOURNAL
When you join our community, you can purchase a copy of your own personal reflective journal so that you can document and reflect on your journey through pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period.
YOUR PREGNANCY, BIRTH AND THE 4TH TRIMESTER GUIDE
Our recommended pregnancy book available to purchase from online book stores - Midwife Marley's Guide for Everyone. This book is concise, current and has ALL the answers to your pregnancy, birth and 4th trimester questions!
BE PART OF A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY OF BLACK MAMAS
Your village awaits you!
Come sit in a community that welcomes and celebrates you. Our members describe our community as a sisterhood. You can be as present as you wish but come knowing that it's a place where you belong and can access friendship, a safe space to sound off and a place to learn from others who get you.
So what are mamas saying about the Village?
"I gave birth to a lovely baby boy this morning. We are both well. I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done, even if it seems small to you!"
"The affirmation discussion helped me focus inward & think about how magical this birth will be. You provided a safe space where we can address our fears. Thank you!
Birth Village Mama
"Thank you so much for our chat, it was really helpful. It’s so nice being able to access this advice and guidance from a caring, trustworthy source."
"Thank you so much Lorna! It was lovely to speak with you. I left feeling empowered and I really appreciate this information.
All the best to you."
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon can I access the content once I've signed up?
Once you have signed up, you will have immediate access to all pregnancy, birth and postpartum content
Do I need to be based in UK?
Yes, as we'll be focussing on your journey through the UK health and maternity system
What's the best stage to sign up?
The earlier you sign up, the better! Pregnancy, birth and parenthood is a journey; I liken it to an epic adventure. Let's get you started on the right foot. I can alert you to some of the potholes that many Black mamas encounter on the way so that your journey is smoother and easier. If you've come to us already part way through your journey, maybe your baby is due very soon or you've just given birth, no matter as you'll still benefit from the pregnancy, birth and postpartum content until your baby reaches 3 months old.
Do you offer 1:1 sessions?
Yes, you'll have the opportunity to upgrade to include 1:1 support or an antenatal workshop with me.
Also, because these 1:1 sessions are just for you, you can also invite your partner/birth partner along. I will also record these sessions for you so you can refer back to them or share with your partner if they are unable to attend in person. If you're local to Birmingham, you can have a private in-person antenatal course with me. Enquire here: info@blackmamasbirthvillage.co.uk
Upgrades are limited to a small number of mamas and offered on a first come, first served basis. If you think you'd benefit from individualised support or a 1:1 antenatal workshop, be quick as when they're gone, they're gone!
Remember, when you upgrade, you'll still have access to the community here and the Birth Village community on Facebook.
How long will I have access to the content?
You will have access to the content as soon as you sign up until your baby reaches 3 months.
If there's anything you're not clear about or if you have any further questions, please contact us: info@blackmamasbirthvillage.co.uk
