Resources for Learning, Care & Healing

Last updated: June 2021

We’ve assembled resources to help you find care providers, access mental health and spirituality support, or learn more about Black perinatal health and birth justice. Here, you can also find the links to articles and resources mentioned in each episode. If you’d like to contribute a resource to this list, please email hello@natalstories.com.

NATAL SEASON ONE CONVERSATION GUIDE

We encourage you to use this guide while listening for a more exploratory experience and to envision a future that has everything Black birthing parents deserve. While podcasts are often enjoyed individually, we understand the benefits of sharing and discussing new content with others. After all, we believe in the power of storytelling to educate, inspire, empower listeners across the world.

HEALTHCARE AND REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE

Includes organizations providing doula services, breastfeeding support, and other healthcare services catering to Black families.

MENTAL HEALTH & SPIRITUALITY

Includes mental health directories, healing collectives, spiritual centers, and meditation apps.

GUIDES AND READING

Includes articles, books, and guides for parents, advocates, and people looking to expand their knowledge of perinatal health and birth justice.

EPISODE MENTIONS

Hear something mentioned on an episode and want to dig deeper? Check here first.