MOTHER Lab

Lab within the Center for Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice @TuftsMedSchool | Founder & Principal Investigator Dr. Amutah-Onukagha @PhDiva0618

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We are the MOTHERLab, a new health equity lab led by @PhDiva0618 - a group of radical, fierce & passionate folks here to TAKE DOWN disparities in maternal health for black women, and we are SO excited to share, connect, collaborate, and do the work ! #motherlab #maternalhealth

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To the more than 63 million family caregivers across the U.S.: thank you. Your compassion and dedication make all the difference, and this #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth make sure you have what you need to #PlugInToCare: https://t.co/NWa0zXWDyi

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This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for the mothers, families, and communities who inspire our research every day — and for the dedicated team making this work possible. 🍂#MOTHERLab #HappyThanksgiving

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@themotherlab believes that every mom and their support system deserves access to reliable pregnancy and postpartum support. From tracking milestones to connecting with trusted information, these free apps provide the guidance and resources needed for peace of mind.

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Navigating pregnancy means making informed choices, especially when it comes to medications. At the MOTHER Lab, we’re committed to evidence-based care that centers YOU. Wondering what’s safe to take during pregnancy? Let’s break it down together. Scan the QR code for more!

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October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day. Pregnancy and infant loss affect so many families, yet so many grieve in silence. At MOTHER Lab, we honor the babies gone too soon and the families who carry this loss every day. You are not alone.
#PregnancyLoss

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September is National Baby Safety Month and Infant Mortality Awareness Month—a reminder of the small, consistent habits that keep little ones safe in their first years. 💜 #InfantMortalityAwarenessMonth #SafeStart

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This World Patient Safety Day, the MOTHER Lab underscores the need for safe, equitable care for newborns and children, specifically within Black maternal and child health. Check out the link below to access free WHO courses on newborn and child health: https://t.co/U4zH8VH3do

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September is Sexual Health Awareness Month! Sexual health is more than preventing infections, it’s about confidence, consent, communication, joy, and protection. Everyone deserves stigma-free, inclusive care and the freedom to embrace their sexuality.
#eHumanRights #ConsentIsKey

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PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is one of the most common hormonal disorders. It can cause irregular periods, hormone imbalances, and ovarian cysts, yet so many people go undiagnosed or misunderstood. This PCOS Awareness Month, let’s spread knowledge and awareness. #PCOS

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Try this simple smoothie to support lactation and postpartum healing:

Coconut Oat Smoothie
1 cup coconut milk
½ cup cooked oats
1 banana
1 tbsp nut butter
1 tsp flax or chia
Cinnamon & ice (optional)

#MOTHERLab #LactationSupport #NourishTheNurturer

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As we head into the last months of summer, it’s time to highlight a MOTHER Lab member! We are so proud of the work Maya is doing as part of Peace Boat US, and we are so excited to see how this experience shapes her future endeavors!

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We at MOTHER Lab stand Forward Together advocating for access to human milk and lactation care! Breastfeeding justice is reproductive justice. Join us as we celebrate & uplift community efforts, and push for the policy and systems change. #NBM2025 #ForwardTogether #Breastfeeding

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Happy World Breastfeeding Week! Honoring the power of breastfeeding and the communities that make it possible. From health to human rights, this week is about protecting, promoting, and supporting breastfeeding around the world. #MOTHERLab #WorldBreastfeedingWeek #Breastfed

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Inspired by Bebe M. Campbell, this month highlights mental health challenges in communities of color. The Maternal Mental Health Alliance notes, Black women are twice as likely to face MMH conditions but half as likely to get care. Let’s center BIPOC experiences 365.

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We want to honor the mental health of Black birthing people and recommit to care that nourishes mind, body, and spirit. At the MOTHER Lab, we believe mental health is central to reproductive justice. Join us in breaking the silence and building a village that listens. #BMMHW2025

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The Mother Lab is proud to spotlight the incredible @queerdoulas of the Queer Doula Network! 🌈 Their work spans the full spectrum of care always centering the experiences and needs of the queer community. Join us in celebrating their work! #QueerDoulas #LGBTQHealth #PrideMonth

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As graduation season comes to a close, we’re excited to celebrate some of our incredible MOTHER Lab graduates and all they’ve accomplished! 🎓

We’re so proud of all their hard work and can’t wait to see what’s next!!

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On Juneteenth, we celebrate Black liberation and recommit to passing the power of hope by raising a future rooted in justice, truth, and love. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #motherlab

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Happy Pride Month MOTHER Lab Fam!!! 🌈 This month, we honor and uplift LGBTQIA+ families, birthing people, and advocates working toward inclusive maternal health for all! #Pride #MaternalHealthForAll #LGBTQIAHealth #HappyPride #LGBTQIA #MOTHERLab #BirthingFamilies

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is your reminder that taking care of your mental health is essential, not selfish. Especially for moms, filling your cup is an act of love, not guilt. ❤ How are you filling your cup this month?