Empowering Black Maternal Health
At Radical Black Moms Initiative, we are a grassroots organization dedicated to protecting the integrity of black maternal spaces from corporate influence. We believe in nurturing the mother-baby bond and advocating for biological norms over cultural pressures. Join us in our mission to create a safe, supportive environment for black mothers and their children.
Core Beliefs
Baby Mother Interdependence
Embracing a baby's attachment to their mother and rejecting the narrative that infants should have independence from their mothers
Counter Culture
safeguard biological norms against cultural demands like... baby should sleep apart from mom, baby should be in daycare, mothers shouldn't breastfeed in public, babies should be weened of milk before they reach a year old
An Intact Mother Baby Dyad
an intact mother baby dyad
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Empower mothers, nurture babies, reject corporate influence!
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Empowering Black Maternal Health
Join the Radical Black Moms Initiative as we combat corporate influence in maternal health. Discover how we advocate for natural bonding and support mothers in making informed choices for their babies. Together, we can reclaim our spaces and protect our families.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Radical Black Moms Initiative?
The Radical Black Moms Initiative is a grassroots organization of black mothers dedicated to preserving the integrity of black maternal spaces and combating the influence of corporate interests, particularly from infant formula companies.
How does your initiative support black mothers?
We support black mothers by advocating for their rights, providing education on maternal and infant health, and creating safe spaces free from corporate influence where they can share experiences and seek support.
How can I get involved with the Radical Black Moms Initiative?
You can get involved by joining our community, participating in our events, volunteering, or supporting our advocacy efforts through donations or spreading awareness about our mission.
What are some common misconceptions about motherhood that you aim to address?
We address misconceptions such as the belief that infants should be independent from their mothers, that mothers should not breastfeed in public, and the idea that babies should sleep apart from their mothers.
What actions are you taking to combat misleading marketing by infant formula companies?
We actively work to prevent formula companies from partnering with or sponsoring black maternal health spaces, raise awareness about their marketing tactics, and promote evidence-based practices that honor the mother-baby bond.
Why do you believe it is important to reject corporate influence in maternal health?
We believe that corporate influence undermines the well-being and autonomy of mothers and infants. By promoting misleading narratives and predatory marketing, these companies threaten the natural bond between mothers and their babies.
Where can I help out
You can sign the pledge and connect with us about how to best make a positive impact in our shared goal