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Black pregnant people deserve to be trusted and safe throughout their birthing journey. #ElaineWelteroth is making that vision real – through advocacy, storytelling, and the work of #birthFUND. NIRH is proud to honor her with the Birth Justice Trailblazer Award at the 2025 #ChampionsofChoice Gala.
April 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM
SDSU’s Women in Leadership event is tomorrow—quietly held, but rich with purpose. Grateful to co-present w/ Nita Umashankar, reflect on last year w/ #ElaineWelteroth & hear @mrsdowjones.bsky.social. Deep thanks to Steve Osinski, Bonita Paysour & #FowlerCollegeOfBusiness. tinyurl.com/3an32399
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April 15, 2025 at 4:25 AM
.@ElaineWelteroth & @pfpicardi were great on @TheDailyShow Monday night. I'm 36 & started subscribing to @TeenVogue cuz it's just awesome!
November 17, 2024 at 11:30 PM
News/Opinion: ELAINE WELTERTHO is advocating for a fair and equitable practice in the fight against safe births, not something they are entitled to.: ELAINE WELTERTHOS CHALLENGE: UNSTIRPED THE MIND BIRTHS A RIGHTIn a space now filled… #Piers #NEWS #birthFUND #BlackMaternalHealth #ElaineWelteroth
News/Opinion: ELAINE WELTERTHO is advocating for a fair and equitable practice in the fight against safe births, not something they are entitled to.
ELAINE WELTERTHOS CHALLENGE: UNSTIRPED THE MIND BIRTHS A RIGHTIn a space now filled with medical uncertainty and fear, Elaine Weltertho found herself at the center of an increasingly polarizing debate. Once a teenager who thrived in the hospital but now a seasoned journalist, author, and advocate, she was determined to make safe births a right for all, regardless of their circumstances.### The Background: A Journey From Home to HomeELAINES story begins with her years as a teen in the medical field. As one of thirteen kids living on the edge of survival, she faced countless uncertainties—from the unknown nature of delivery to the unspoken language of parents and loved ones. These experiences shaped her worldview, making her feel unsafe in the context of professional care. Yet, during her teens, the pressure of routine and competence shifted her perspective.### The Cause: A Call for ChangeELAINES journey continued when she discovered that many mothers were not being afforded informed, safe birhts. She realized that the societal norms surrounding births had created a narrative where complications were expected or avoided, leaving those in pain with little option but to endure. This realization became her mission: to ensure every birth was as informed and manageable as possible.### The Effort: A Fight for RightsELAINEs fight began with research and advocacy. She wrote about the systemic barriers that prevent safe births from being accessible to all. Her perseverance, driven by her personal experiences and curiosity, brought her to the forefront of discussions about medical ethics. As a journalist, she covered cases where unsafe birhts were forced or avoided, while an author explored the moral dilemmas faced by mothers in marginalized communities.### The Impact: Changing NormsELAINEs work had far-reaching implications beyond medical practices. It influenced public discourse on healthcare access, mental health care, and social justice. Her advocacy shifted societal norms, making safe birhts a cornerstone of ethical care rather than an privilege for the privileged few.### Stories of Success: A Path ForwardELAINEs contributions were evident through her ability to bring safety into the lives of mothers who once felt pressured or abandoned. Her personal stories and case studies demonstrated that change could happen when voices from all backgrounds came together. She continued her journey, using her platform to advocate for an ethical approach to births.### The Legacy: A Visionary ThinkerELAINE WELTERTHOs story is a testament to the power of individual courage and resilience in shaping a more equitable world. Her journey from feeling unsafe to making a change remains a powerful reminder that no matter ones circumstances, every birth has the potential to be a safe experience.In conclusion, Elaine Welterthos story is a compelling case study in how personal experiences can drive meaningful change. By advocating for safe birhts, she not only touched lives but also inspired others to embrace an ethical approach to medical care, highlighting the importance of social justice and compassion in healthcare.------#NEWS #birthFUND #BlackMaternalHealth #ElaineWelteroth #Motherhood
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November 27, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Black History Quote for Today - "Sometimes": 5.20.26

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May 20, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Black pregnant people deserve to be trusted and safe throughout their birthing journey. #ElaineWelteroth is making that vision real – through advocacy, storytelling, and the work of #birthFUND. NIRH is proud to honor her with the Birth Justice Trailblazer Award at the 2025 #ChampionsofChoice Gala.
April 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM
I got hip to Teen Vogue and their brilliant minds when #ElaineWelteroth was named EIC. The fearlessness with which they all wrote was refreshing and honorable and filled with integrity. A pleasure to read. WTF happened in such a short time? 😖 <== Rhetorical question 😒
thank you for all the support; the statement from our union is now live here with some more reporting.

now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
November 4, 2025 at 6:13 AM
i appreciate this wine. the @ElaineWelteroth read on @ProjectRunway & that tuxedo dress with the exposed garter belt. #amen
November 18, 2024 at 10:58 PM
The EyesOnThePrize: #HallowedGround virtual summit is TONIGHT.

I’ll be performing @HBOMax’s cultural summit of reflection, release & response to consider recent & past movements of Black liberation and civil rights.
Hosted by @ElaineWelteroth
Written/Produced by @SophiaNAllison
November 18, 2024 at 4:10 AM
@Forbes: "It was very enlightening and kind of alarming...[to realize] how unaware I was about the extent of the brokenness of our maternal health care system."

@ElaineWelteroth, birthFUND founder, spoke about maternal health access at the #PowerWomensSummit. https://t.co/Up
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September 12, 2024 at 10:18 PM
@Forbes: "It was very enlightening and kind of alarming...[to realize] how unaware I was about the extent of the brokenness of our maternal health care system."

@ElaineWelteroth, birthFUND founder, spoke about maternal health access at the #PowerWomensSummit. https://t.co/16
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September 12, 2024 at 2:18 PM
@Forbes: .@ElaineWelteroth, birthFUND founder, spoke about the key to amplifying young, female voices at the 2024 #PowerWomensSummit in New York City.
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September 12, 2024 at 3:27 AM
@Forbes: "It was very enlightening and kind of alarming...[to realize] how unaware I was about the extent of the brokenness of our maternal health care system."

@ElaineWelteroth, birthFUND founder, spoke about maternal health access at the #PowerWomensSummit. https://t.co/mi
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September 12, 2024 at 2:16 AM
@Forbes: .@ElaineWelteroth, birthFUND founder, spoke about maternal health access at the #PowerWomensSummit. https://t.co/3p7P8m3GCm
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September 11, 2024 at 8:39 PM
@Forbes: "It was very enlightening and kind of alarming...[to realize] how unaware I was about the extent of the brokenness of our maternal health care system."

@ElaineWelteroth, birthFUND founder, spoke about maternal health access at the #PowerWomensSummit. https://t.co/SW
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September 11, 2024 at 6:52 PM
@Forbes: "What is more important than keeping mothers alive?"

As we mark #blackmaternalhealthweek, journalist, author and TV host @ElaineWelteroth shares her mission to democratize healthcare and make midwifery accessible for every mom through the creation of birthFUND. https://t.co/qG4V723CMW
April 15, 2024 at 9:38 PM
@washingtonpost: .@ElaineWelteroth joins @PostLive to talk about her new Hulu series, “The Conversations Project,” which explores the Black American experience through gatherings at the dinner table. https://t.co/tDc4ifnPDU
September 11, 2023 at 8:00 PM