Hosted by American Academy of Pediatrics

Date: May 22, 2025

Time: 9 – 10 a.m. PST

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This webinar will highlight the crucial role that doulas play in advocating for safe sleep practices, with a special focus on Black doulas who honor and uphold the traditions of their ancestors. It will delve into the intricacies of quality care that have been passed down by traditional Black birth workers through generations, alongside the progress toward enhancing coverage methods for doula services. The aim is to ensure that historically marginalized families and individuals of color, particularly Black women and birthing people from various economic backgrounds, receive access to high-quality, compassionate, and respectful care.

Learning Objectives:

• Explore the historical context of Black doulasin birth work, connecting modern practices to historical roots
• Examine the importance of collaboration between doulas and healthcare systems
• Discuss the role of doulas in raising awareness about safe sleep practices

Faculty Speakers:

• Stacy Scott, PhD, MPA, CSJ VP of HEI, NICHQ
• Zsakeba Henderson, MD, FACOG Founder/Principal Consultant, ESW Consultants
• Nicole Deggins, CNM, MSN, MPH Founder, Sista Midwives Productions

Professional Credit Opportunity! *
The American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

• AAP designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. *Must attend the live webinar to be eligible for credit. Instructions on how to claim your credit will be
  distributed after the webinar.

Questions? Please contact Sophie at selsenbast@aap.org