Recently, the Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit calling for better and safer patient care, released its 2025 Maternity Care Report. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of unique national […] The post Black Maternal Health Week: 1 In 5 Hospitals Show Racial Disparities — Within The Same Facility appeared first on Essence.

Actress Yaya DaCosta helps birth children when she’s not on the big screen. The model, who rose to fame after being a runner-up in cycle 3 of America’s Next Top Model, […] The post Yaya DaCosta Opens Up About Her Work As A Doula And Home Birth Experience  appeared first on Essence.

This story appears in our May/June issue, officially on newsstands April 24. African traditions have influenced the food dished out in New Orleans ever since the city was a major […] The post Beyond Beignets: Black Chefs Changing The Culinary Scene In New Orleans  appeared first on Essence.

It’s been a whirlwind year for Angel Reese.  The Chicago Sky phenom known as “Bayou Barbie” has been collecting wins both on and off the court. And her latest victory? […] The post WNBA Star Angel Reese Just Scored Her Biggest Win Yet: Homeownership At 22 appeared first on Essence.