For far too long, women, especially Black women and other women of color, have been told how we should feel, how we should act, and even how we should experience pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. Within the healthcare system, harmful biases and systemic inequities continue to silence BIPOC mothers, often leading to neglect, mistreatment, and trauma at a time when compassion and care should be the priority. These injustices have left many women feeling dismissed, unsafe, and even afraid to reach out for the help they rightfully deserve.

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At The Shades of Motherhood Network, we refuse to let those voices be silenced any longer. Your experiences matter, whether they were filled with joy and support or marked by struggle and pain. Every story deserves to be honored. If your journey has been difficult, we want you to know that it is okay not to be okay. You do not have to carry that weight alone. And if your experience has been positive and empowering, we want to lift that up as well, because those moments of strength and compassion can inspire change for others.

Our mission is to create a safe, validating space where you can be your whole self. Free from judgment, free from bias, and free to speak your truth. We are here to listen, to believe you, and to walk beside you. Together, we can build a community where mothers feel powerful, supported, and unafraid to raise their voices.

You are not just a patient or a statistic. You are a mother, a person, and a powerful voice for change. At The Shades of Motherhood Network, we are committed to standing with you, amplifying your experiences, and ensuring that every mother; no matter her race, background, or story; feels seen, heard, and deeply valued.