🚨 This is a BIG win for maternal health.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released new guidance encouraging OB-GYNs to partner more effectively with doulas—recognizing what birth workers and families have known for years: collaboration leads to better care. When doulas and healthcare providers work together, families benefit. 💜 Research continues to show that doula support is associated with: ✨ Improved birth experiences ✨ Better communication between patients and providers ✨ Fewer unnecessary interventions ✨ Increased breastfeeding success ✨ More equitable maternal health outcomes This guidance is an important step toward breaking down barriers and building stronger partnerships between clinical teams and community-based birth workers. At Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Georgia, we are proud to be part of this movement through initiatives like our Doula Integration & Awareness Project (DIAAP), which focuses on strengthening collaboration, improving communication, and supporting respectful, team-based maternity care. Healthy moms. Healthy babies. Strong partnerships. That’s the future of maternal health. What are your thoughts on this exciting update? #MaternalHealth #Doula #BirthWorkers #OBGYN #BirthEquity