EmpowerMoms
“I was having extremely sharp pain on my right side above/on my ribs which prompted me to take my blood pressure because something felt off. It ended up being 175/117 and my OB advised me to go to the hospital because I was experiencing signs of preeclampsia. My symptoms continued to progress for the worse and I had to have an emergency c section. I truly do not think I would’ve taken my symptoms seriously if I had not learned about the signs and symptoms from the EmpowerMoms classes and had y’all teach me how to read the BP cuff I was given. Your classes were essential in me safely delivering my baby and taking my health seriously. Thank you!” - Mom and Baby
About this event:
Holy Cross Health presents EmpowerMoms is a FREE 3-class workshop series led by doulas, dedicated to helping African-American/Black moms-to-be stay informed and healthy. Learn more about staying healthy in your pregnancy, signs of pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes, and nutrition and exercise tips. This program offers a flexible schedule (the 3 classes do not have to be taken in any order), personal support, and a connection with other expecting Moms. As an incentive, by attending all 3 classes, you will receive a special gift at the conclusion of the final class.
There are 3 classes per series (Health Concerns in Pregnancy, Staying Healthy During Pregnancy, and Healthy Minds, Healthy Environments). Please register for one (1) of each class.
NOTE: If you are unable to make one (or more) of the days you selected, we can get you enrolled in the class(es) you will miss on an alternate date.