Opinion by Karen Attiah: In Alabama, a new battle brews over women’s birthing rights
if Alabama adopts rules that effectively close off women’s options outside of hospitals, women could be at higher risk for maternal mortality — especially Black women and those in rural areas who live far from large health-care facilities.
These are dedicated health-care workers. They don’t oppose sensible government regulation and standards meant to ensure women’s safety. But they argue that the state’s old rules are antiquated, and will severely curtail alternative birthing solutions in the state just as more pregnant women are seeking out options. They are particularly frustrated that the Department of Public Health didn’t consult with midwives as it moved forward. They seek — and they should have — a seat at the table.
” delivered both White and Black babies. Beginning in the early 20th century, White doctors and nurses chased Black midwives out of the profession, criminalizing their work.To the Black birthing advocates I spoke to, that dark past seems very present right now. Heather Skanes is a Black OB/GYN who also plans to open a free-standing birth center in Alabama this fall. “Black women are defying the odds, getting venture capital to do this, and now you are effectively closing our business,” Skanes told the board.
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