Pay it Forward
Train More Midwives
NORMALIZING HOME-BIRTH
Our Student Mission.
Midwifery Students
Birth in Color Midwifery is deeply committed to training and mentoring the next generation of midwives, particularly those who will go on to serve the out-of-hospital birth community. We believe that education is not just a foundation for skill-building—it is a vehicle for justice, representation, and change. In a healthcare system where racial disparities and lack of cultural understanding continue to impact birth outcomes, cultivating a diverse, empowered workforce of midwives is critical.
We offer a clinical learning environment that is both inclusive and rigorous—one that encourages students to challenge assumptions, embrace complexity, and build relationships rooted in trust and cultural humility. By exposing students to a wide range of birthing experiences in community settings, we prepare them to meet families where they are, honor their lived experiences, and provide care that is holistic, respectful, and transformative.
While we are intentional in creating space and pathways for midwives of color, we do not limit our training opportunities by race or background. We welcome all students who are aligned with our mission, values, and commitment to equitable, community-centered care.
Training midwives of color and creating dynamic pathways into this profession is not only about increasing numbers—it’s about shifting the culture of birth work itself. At Birth in Color Midwifery, we see education as a powerful act of healing, leadership, and legacy-building that will shape the future of birth for generations to come.
“My word of advice would be to trust the process and trust YOURSELF. Midwifery is a journey of both knowledge and intuition—study hard, but also listen deeply to the birthing person and your own instincts. Every birth teaches you something new, and growth comes from both successes and challenges. Don’t solely Lean on your mentors, be sure to also support your peers, and never stop learning(can’t stress this enough), always be sure to get more than one preceptor if you can. And lastly remember that your’re stepping into sacred work—honor it, but also honor yourself in the process. ”
The Lactation Loop
Birth in Color Midwifery is proud to lead the way in advancing culturally responsive lactation care by training and mentoring the next generation of lactation professionals. Through our hands-on, community-centered approach, we provide students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support families with compassionate, evidence-based breastfeeding and chestfeeding care.
Our mentorship program focuses on inclusivity, real-world experience, and individualized support—ensuring each student is fully equipped to serve diverse families with excellence and cultural humility.
From prenatal education to postpartum support, Birth in Color Midwifery is creating a pipeline of lactation professionals who are grounded in respect, advocacy, and a deep commitment to equitable care.
We’re not just shaping lactation consultants—we’re building leaders in birth and breastfeeding equity.
Lactation Students
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