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Black Baby Loss
Cultural Calendar Club first ran this event for Black Baby Loss Awareness Week, but it can run for Baby Loss Awareness Week as part of a parents or women’s health series - or as part of your anti-racism program of events, for example for Black History Month or Race Equality Week.
Baby loss is a topic that needs to be discussed, for many reasons however we advise that this event is run with a trigger warning as follows:
TRIGGER WARNING: This event (and the following description) discusses pregnancy complications and baby loss, which some readers/ viewers might find upsetting.
Every life that begins should have an equal chance to thrive. Yet for Black families in the UK, the journey through pregnancy and childbirth carries disproportionate risks that remain largely unaddressed in our healthcare system.
Black Baby Loss Awareness Week shines a light on the stark reality that Black women face nearly four times the risk of maternal mortality compared to their white counterparts. This isn't just a statistic - it represents mothers, partners, and families experiencing profound grief.
For babies of colour, disadvantages begin before birth, creating an unequal start to life compared to their white peers. These disparities reflect systemic issues that have persisted far too long in our maternity services.
Creating awareness in professional environments is crucial, as colleagues may be silently struggling with these disparities. Workplace support can make a significant difference for employees navigating pregnancy, loss, or returning to work after trauma. By acknowledging these realities, organisations can develop more compassionate policies, ensure equal access to healthcare resources, and foster inclusive environments where all employees feel supported throughout their reproductive journeys.
Founded in 2023, Black Baby Loss Awareness Week breaks the silence around these inequities, creating space for affected families to share their experiences, find community in their grief, and advocate for the changes needed in our healthcare system.
In running this event you will be helping to work towards a future where every pregnancy and birth is equally protected, regardless of skin colour.
Cultural Calendar Club first ran this event for Black Baby Loss Awareness Week, but it can run for Baby Loss Awareness Week as part of a parents or women’s health series - or as part of your anti-racism program of events, for example for Black History Month or Race Equality Week.
Baby loss is a topic that needs to be discussed, for many reasons however we advise that this event is run with a trigger warning as follows:
TRIGGER WARNING: This event (and the following description) discusses pregnancy complications and baby loss, which some readers/ viewers might find upsetting.
Every life that begins should have an equal chance to thrive. Yet for Black families in the UK, the journey through pregnancy and childbirth carries disproportionate risks that remain largely unaddressed in our healthcare system.
Black Baby Loss Awareness Week shines a light on the stark reality that Black women face nearly four times the risk of maternal mortality compared to their white counterparts. This isn't just a statistic - it represents mothers, partners, and families experiencing profound grief.
For babies of colour, disadvantages begin before birth, creating an unequal start to life compared to their white peers. These disparities reflect systemic issues that have persisted far too long in our maternity services.
Creating awareness in professional environments is crucial, as colleagues may be silently struggling with these disparities. Workplace support can make a significant difference for employees navigating pregnancy, loss, or returning to work after trauma. By acknowledging these realities, organisations can develop more compassionate policies, ensure equal access to healthcare resources, and foster inclusive environments where all employees feel supported throughout their reproductive journeys.
Founded in 2023, Black Baby Loss Awareness Week breaks the silence around these inequities, creating space for affected families to share their experiences, find community in their grief, and advocate for the changes needed in our healthcare system.
In running this event you will be helping to work towards a future where every pregnancy and birth is equally protected, regardless of skin colour.