Overview
Girl, Get a Doula is a documentary that chronicles the journey of The Shades of Motherhood Network and the community-led response to the Black maternal health crisis in Spokane, Washington. The film centers Black women’s lived experiences while highlighting culturally rooted solutions that save lives.
Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy- and birth-related complications than white women. Spokane is a doula desert, where limited access to culturally responsive care deepens existing disparities. This film explores how grassroots healthcare communities—doulas, peer supporters, counselors, and cultural practitioners—are essential to improving maternal health outcomes.
Why This Film Matters
The Black maternal health crisis is not only about birth—it is about the absence of a holistic system of care. This film reframes maternal health through a cultural and community lens, emphasizing prevention, mental health, postpartum support, and long-term wellness. By centering Black-led solutions, the film challenges medicalized narratives and demonstrates what equity in maternal care can look like in practice.
Why This Film Matters
The Black maternal health crisis is not only about birth—it is about the absence of a holistic system of care. This film reframes maternal health through a cultural and community lens, emphasizing prevention, mental health, postpartum support, and long-term wellness. By centering Black-led solutions, the film challenges medicalized narratives and demonstrates what equity in maternal care can look like in practice.
Girl Get A Doula Official Trailer
Dear Community,
With full hearts, we want to say thank you.
“Girl Get a Doula” has been four years in the making, and this journey would not have been possible without each and every one of you. To every Doula who shared your knowledge, passion, and purpose, thank you for showing the world what true care and advocacy look like. To every Mother who entrusted us with your story, thank you for your courage, vulnerability, and strength.
To the filmmakers, editors, photographers, creatives, and SOMN Team who helped capture every moment and thoughtfully piece this documentary together, your dedication, talent, and belief in this mission carried this film from vision to reality.
Finally, to every sponsor, partner, and supporter, thank you for investing in this work and standing with us over these past four years. Your support and encouragement have meant more than words can express.
From all of us at The Shades Of Motherhood Network, thank you for helping bring this documentary to life. We are forever grateful.
With love and deep appreciation,
The Shades Of Motherhood Network
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