Let's Talk New Mexico 5/3 8a: Having a baby is a dangerous prospect for many women in New Mexico. Many hospitals aren鈥檛 prepared to deal with life-threatening complications related to pregnancy and childbirth, and not all women have access to quality prenatal care. Women of color are especially at risk. How can we ensure that all new and expectant mothers in our state get the care they need?
Are you pregnant or a new mom? How was your experience with prenatal and postpartum care? Was your pregnancy or childbirth affected by medical complications, lack of health insurance, or racial bias? We want to hear from you. Email letstalk@kunm.org or call in live during the show.
Guests:
- Nicolle Gonzalez,
- Nandi Hill,
- Eve Espey,
- Tannia Esparza,
- Jennifer Smith, organizer of in Las Cruces/El Paso
Resources:
- , Albuquerque's only freestanding accredited birth center
- , Espanola's Community Midwifery Practice
- -- support for survivors of pregnancy-related death and near-death in the U.S.
Related:
- (NPR, ProPublica)
- (Vox)
- (NPR, ProPublica)
- (Albuquerque Journal)
