Our Mission

Welcome to our platform! Our mission is to amplify the focus on Black maternal health by bridging the gap between Black mothers and healthcare providers who are uniquely positioned to understand and meet their needs. While our emphasis is on supporting Black mothers, we wholeheartedly welcome everyone who seeks compassionate and culturally aware care. If you're a provider experienced in delivering services to Black mothers and their families, we invite you to join our growing community. As a member, you'll have a platform to share your knowledge, attract clients in search of your services, and belong to a network of professionals devoted to the health and well-being of Black families. Though we are in the initial stages of creating our directory, the potential for growth and expansion fuels our enthusiasm. By signing up now, you'll be among the pioneer providers in our directory, paving the way for a better future in maternal health care.

Our team

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Cortney Beasley

Founder

Cortney is a mother, licensed psychologist, and meditation instructor. Her experience of giving birth to her child three months prematurely, and engaging with the NICU world for nearly the same amount of time, allowed her to witness the additional support that is needed for women throughout their motherhood journeys. Creating Where Mamas Can Breathe is one way that she hopes to help facilitate positive and lasting change for the health and well-being of Black mothers.

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Victor Matthews

Developer

Victor is the lead developer for Where Mamas Can Breathe. He shares a passion for improving the health outcomes of Black women and is dedicated to creating a platform that provides resources and support for mothers. Victor's expertise and dedication have been essential in bringing the website to life and helping it grow

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