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Brittany Lock published Supreme Court Overturns Roe vs. Wade in Landmark Opinion in News 2022-06-26 00:10:31 -0700
Supreme Court Overturns Roe vs. Wade in Landmark Opinion
The recent shocking Supreme Court decision reversing Roe v Wade has reverberated across our AAIMM network. Not only is the decision harmful and completely lacking in compassion, it is an afront to bodily agency and stands to inequitably impact Black women/birthing persons, who experience death and dangerous complications from pregnancy and childbirth at greater rates than other groups.
Below are statements from partners and advocates in the decision:
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Brittany Lock published Fatherhood Q & A with Keith Allen in Fatherhood Bios 2022-06-17 07:50:41 -0700
Fatherhood Q & A with Keith Allen
What does a healthy and joyous birth mean to you?
A healthy and joyous birth to me is my baby being born without any complications and has all of their ligaments. A happy baby that is alert and full of smiles and love!
Who was a part of your village of support during pregnancy and the time shortly after birth? How did they help?
Both of our parents were in our village and still are today. We always say we don’t know where we would be without our village.
Where do you go to get information in general and also specifically related to childbirth, pregnancy, being a father? (apps, websites, podcasts, YouTube channels, etc.)I would say I definitely use the internet to research things I don’t understand when it comes to being a father. I wanted to make sure I understood what my son’s mom was going through while carrying my baby.
How did you/do you participate in the pregnancy with your partner? Classes? Appointments? Other?I made it a point to be at every doctor's appointment and class that was scheduled. I never missed an appointment.
How do you contribute as a partner in other ways?
Just making sure I’m present. I’ve realized that my presence means everything to my son then anything I can ever buy him.
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Brittany Lock published Fatherhood Q & A with Davion Maudlin, DPH Fatherhood Coordinator in Fatherhood Bios 2022-06-17 07:50:25 -0700
Fatherhood Q & A with Davion Maudlin, DPH Fatherhood Coordinator
What does being a father mean to you?
Being a father to me means providing all that my child needs to be healthy and happy while being vulnerable enough to know when I need help providing those things so she is always loved and cared for the way she deserves.
How has fatherhood changed your life?
Fatherhood changed my life for the better. It added a person in my life who has challenged me to continuously grow daily and learn to adapt to the ever-changing world she is growing up in. No day is the same, no lesson too small to learn, no problem is too big to handle, and I learned that from her.
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Brittany Lock published Baby Formula Shortage in Los Angeles County: Tips, Guidance, and Resources in News 2022-06-15 23:03:33 -0700
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Brittany Lock published American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) - Learn More in News 2022-06-12 22:46:00 -0700
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) - Learn More
Los Angeles County is working to help communities severely impacted by the pandemic recover with investments from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and other funding sources. Through December 2024, the County is working to identify a wide range of community-based organizations, and businesses to help LA County build back better.Read more
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Brittany Lock published Baby Formula Shortage in Los Angeles County Tips, Guidance, and Resources in News 2022-06-07 10:24:06 -0700
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Brittany Lock published The Takeaway: Black Maternal Health Disparities and Solutions in News 2022-04-11 21:10:06 -0700
The Takeaway: Black Maternal Health Disparities and Solutions
APRIL 11, 2022 via The Takeaway
From Public Radio Exchange -- PRXBlack Maternal Health Disparities and Solutions
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Brittany Lock published MARCH OF DIMES POSITION STATEMENT DOULAS AND BIRTH OUTCOMES in News 2022-04-04 21:36:23 -0700
MARCH OF DIMES POSITION STATEMENT DOULAS AND BIRTH OUTCOMES
Summary and Purpose
Consistent with its mission to fight for the health of all moms and babies, March of Dimes issued a July 2018 Position Statement on Maternal Mortality and Morbidity , released a report on maternity care deserts, and is developing an approach to address the “poor quality and differential care” that contributes to the higher rates of maternal morbidity and mortality experienced by women of color.1 This interim Position Statement on Doulas and Birth Outcomes will be part of a broader March of Dimes approach to these issues that is under development. It provides evidence and guidance to support March of Dimes participation in advocacy efforts related to doula care as they arise nationally and locally. It also can serve as an education tool about the importance of doulas as a part of the birth team.
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Brittany Lock published National Birth Equity Collaborative: BMHW22 Virtual Market Place in News 2022-04-03 16:04:12 -0700
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Brittany Lock published LA County's Guaranteed Income Pilot Program: Breathe in News 2022-03-31 22:22:55 -0700
LA County's Guaranteed Income Pilot Program: Breathe
Breathe is a guaranteed income pilot project that will provide 1,000 eligible residents with $1,000 per month for three years. While the benefits of guaranteed income programs have been documented, this will also be an independent research project that will be used to study the effects of this type of program so that the County and other jurisdictions can learn about the project’s impact on the economic stability of participants, as well as its impact on participants’ overall health and well-being.Application process begins March 31st and closes April 13th. Complete online from any computer or phone at the website: breathe.lacounty.govWho is Eligible?
To be eligible for this pilot project, you must meet all of these requirements:- Be 18 years of age or older
- Live in a Los Angeles County neighborhood that falls at or below 100% of the County’s Area Median Household Income (AMI) (see Eligiblity Map)
- Have a household income that falls at or below 100% of the County’s AMI, for a single person household, or have a household income that falls at or below 120% of the County’s AMI for households with two or more persons (see Income Eligibility Table)
- Have been negatively financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
- Not be currently enrolled in another Guaranteed Income project offered by the County, a city, or other public or private entity
Note: Only one person will be eligible to participate in the project per household.
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Renett Clough, AAIMM DOULA
"As a doula, I am privileged to provide support, advocacy, and create safe spaces for birthing families in my community."
– Renett Clough, AAIMM Doula
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Lorna Leverette, AAIMM DOULA
"Doulas walk families through the tough and confusing stuff, and let them know that everything they may be feeling is valid."
— Lorna Leverette, AAIMM Doula
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Mercedez Johnson, AAIMM DOULA
“Being a doula to me means honor, support, education, sacredness, dedication, listening, affirming, reiterating forgotten thoughts, building community, joy, resiliency, being a voice for the voiceless, and much more.”
– Mercedez Johnson, AAIMM Doula
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Brittany Lock published FREE TAX PREP LOS ANGELES - EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT RESOURCES in News 2022-03-21 23:22:19 -0700
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Brittany Lock published Register to participate in the Guaranteed Income Pilot Program in AV, “Breathe LA” in News 2022-03-16 21:02:53 -0700
Register to participate in the Guaranteed Income Pilot Program in AV, “Breathe LA”
A message from our AV AAIMM Backbone Agency partner Project Joy:
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March is Women’s History Month!
The Library of Congress, National Archives Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of American History.
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Brittany Lock published Youth With A Purpose (YWAP) : Mommy Mentor Program in News 2022-03-05 13:30:33 -0800
Youth With A Purpose (YWAP) : Mommy Mentor Program
Youth With a purpose is launching a mentor and mentee program for moms under 29 in the Antelope Valley.
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Brittany Lock published LA Saves - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) in News 2022-02-28 23:19:21 -0800
LA Saves - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA)
LA SAVES NEWSLETTER: TAX SEASON IS HERE
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