HELLO THERE!
OVERVIEW
Stella is a maternal mental health brand. We strive to empower, educate and support women along the childbearing continuum. Stella is committed to advancing birth equity and actively mitigating the factors that contribute to maternal mortality and adverse birth outcomes in low-income and communities of color. Stella’s flagship offering connects mothers with competent and culturally sensitive doulas. Thus, fulfilling a wide spectrum of childbearing needs.
THE PROBLEM
Pregnancy-related mortality rates for Black women and birthing people are three to four times higher than that of their White counterparts. A variety of factors contribute to this, including social determinants of health and access to quality healthcare. Pregnancy and postpartum presents both physical and mental health challenges. During this time, approximately 20% of women experience difficulties with mental health. The state of Black maternal mental health within the United States is concerning. The risk for perinatal and postnatal mood and anxiety disorders is doubled among Black women, as compared to the general population. This includes depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. Black women are twice as likely to experience maternal mental health challenges. However, they’re half as likely to receive treatment. Stella Birth Co. is on a mission to improve the physical and mental health outlooks for the Black maternal population within the United States.
OFFERINGS AT STELLA
Stella provides an array of offerings for Black women and birthing people who are on the journey of motherhood. At Stella, we believe that strong and supportive social networks and resources will serve to improve Black maternal mental health and birth outcomes. Stella Birth Co. provides a variety of offerings, including doula services, sister circles, coaching and maternal mental health resources. Whether you are searching for social support, mental health support, or a doula, Stella is here to help!
OUR FOUNDER
Emma Bramble is passionate about improving Black maternal health outcomes. As a former attorney with a background in clinical psychology, Emma is keen on the health disparities that exist within the Black maternal community. Stella Birth Co. was established to create a movement on community, clinical and policy levels.
Together, we can combat the factors that contribute to Black maternal health disparities within the United States.
