Birthing Advocates: The Doulas of NYC
Written by Khatia Mikadze A woman gives birth in New York City every 4.4 minutes. Yet, not every one of those women receives equal access to health services or even to information about prenatal and postpartum care, which often results in a difficult — or sometimes traumatic — birthing experience. Moreover, women nationwide under-utilize postpartum visits, upping their risk for difficulties such as unintended pregnancy. Two new mothers, Emilie Rodriguez and Griselda Rodriguez-Solomon, are trying to change that. Emilie holds a degree...