How to Improve Black Maternal Health for the Next Generation
Reviewed By | Dr. Bryanne N. Standifer-Barrett – Internal Medicine | BGV Medical Advisor
Black motherhood is magic. It’s strength, softness, legacy, and love, all in one. But too often, that magic is met with a medical system that doesn’t seem to listen, care, or protect the way it should. For too many Black women, the journey into motherhood is one they walk without enough support.
Let’s change that. Because when we care for Black mothers, we care for the future.
The Truth About Maternal Health for Black Women
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The facts are hard to hear—but important to know:
Black women in the U.S. are almost three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. And this happens regardless of income or education. It’s not about who we are. It’s about how we’re treated.
We’re also more likely to experience postpartum depression and less likely to get care for it. Why? Because the system was never designed with us in mind.
But we know the truth: Black mothers deserve better. We deserve to be heard. Supported. Cherished. Nourished—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Wellness Begins With Nourishment
Pregnancy and postpartum are not times to push through in silence. They’re moments when we need real care—and that includes what we put in our bodies.
Nutrition is a foundational piece of wellness, especially for Black women who often experience vitamin D, iron, and omega-3 deficiencies at higher rates. These gaps can affect everything from energy levels and mood to baby’s development and birth outcomes.
That’s why Black Girl Vitamins (BGV) created supplements that speak directly to our needs—not just as women, but as Black women. These aren’t afterthoughts. They’re essentials.
Black Girl Vitamins: Supplements That Support Every Step
Here’s how BGV’s carefully crafted vitamins can support you through pregnancy, motherhood, and beyond:
Once a Day Gummies
Think of this as your all-around support system, an easy, delicious gummy packed with the daily nutrients you need to stay energized, balanced, and protected. Perfect for busy moms who want simple, effective self-care.
Iron Gummies
Iron deficiency is incredibly common among Black women, especially during pregnancy. These gentle, tasty gummies help prevent fatigue, dizziness, and low energy by restoring your iron levels without the upset stomach that often comes with pills.
Omega 3
Omega-3s are critical for your baby’s brain and eye development and they’re just as important for your own mental clarity and mood support. These softgels are clean, easy to take, and tailored for your wellness.
Prenatal
Made specifically for Black women, BGV’s Prenatal supports a healthy pregnancy from the inside out. It includes folate, vitamin D3, and essential minerals to help your baby grow and help you stay strong.
More Than Vitamins
BGV isn’t just about what's in the bottle. BGV is about building community and offering care that centers you, your body, your voice, your story. Through support, culturally relevant products, and nationwide events, Black Girl Vitamins is creating space for Black mothers to be fully cared for.
A Gentle Reminder for You, Mama
If you’re expecting, planning, healing, or simply making it through the day, please remember:
You don’t have to do it all. You don’t have to “be strong” every minute. And you deserve to be supported and seen.
Take your time. Take your vitamins. Take a breath. And know that you’re not alone.
Nourish the body that nourishes your future
Your health is not a luxury. It’s a legacy. Visit blackgirlvitamins.co to explore these thoughtful supplements and join a community that puts Black women’s wellness front and center.
Because nourishing you is how we nourish the next generation.