Let’s Talk About Birth Disparities and Maternal Health Inequality

Why are birth outcomes in the U.S. still so unequal and what can you actually do about it? In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Lincoln is joined by Sylvia Salazar, a Colombian-born political content creator and founder of Tonal Latino, and Rose Horton, RN, founder and CEO of Not On My Watch Consulting Partners and President of AWHONN, to unpack the reality of maternal health disparities, share powerful real-life experiences, and offer practical ways to advocate for yourself and others.

We Talk About…

• Maternal health disparities and why outcomes differ across racial and ethnic groups

• How bias, communication gaps, and systemic barriers impact care

• Real stories that highlight gaps in care and patient experience

• How fear and access affect healthcare decisions in marginalized communities

• Why respectful, patient-centered care matters

• How to advocate for yourself and support others

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Episode Links & Resources:

Sylvia Salazar

Breaking the Feed podcast

Rose Horton

AWHONN

Preeclampsia Foundation

Legacy by Dr. Blackstock

Healthy Mom & Baby Magazine

Nobody Told Me About That by Ginger Breedlove

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Birth Vibes by Dr. Jen Hamilton

Siembra North Carolina

Community Change Action

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