How Racism Impacts Pregnancy Outcomes

Why are pre-term births, low birthweight, and infant death more common for women of color than for white women? Studies have shown that the cumulative effects of racism experienced over the course of one's lifetime may be the greatest risk factor for women of color who become pregnant. The chronic release of stress hormones caused by everyday exposure to racism can create wear and tear on the body's organs and systems, and can also trigger premature labor. Prenatal massage and CranioSacral Therapy may be one effective approach for reversing these impacts on the body, and decreasing risks for birth outcomes. Watch this 4 minute video to learn more, or read this brief article.