From the bedside

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What to expect during postpartum healing

Navigating the postpartum period can often feel like uncharted waters. As an experienced labor and delivery nurse, I’ve walked alongside many women through the joys and challenges of childbirth and... Read more...

Granny Midwife History Explained: Why Reclaiming the Sacred Legacy of Black Midwifery Matters

Sit down for a second, Sis. Take a breath. If you’re reading this, your crown might feel a little heavy today. Maybe you’re carrying the weight of a new life,... Read more...

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Why Black maternal health disparities matter

As an experienced labor and delivery nurse, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges and triumphs faced by expecting mothers, particularly within the Black community. My journey with each patient has always... Read more...

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Common labor concerns first-time moms face

Navigating the journey to motherhood is one of life's most profound experiences. As an experienced labor and delivery nurse and a proud member of the Black community, I've had the... Read more...

What you should know about informed consent during labor

Hello, beautiful mothers and mothers-to-be. Welcome to Crowning Legacy, where we are focused on empowering women through their unique journeys of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. I’m Ms. Carla, an... Read more...

Stop Giving Away Your Crown: Reclaim What's Yours

Let’s have a heart-to-heart, just you and me. No fluff, no corporate jargon, just some real talk from the bedside. I’ve seen it too many times to count. A woman... Read more...

Signs you're ready for postpartum activity

Hello beautiful mamas! It's Ms. Carla, RN, BSN, from Crowning Legacy, here to chat about something that's near and dear to my heart—postpartum activity. Those first few weeks after birth... Read more...

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Important lessons on patient advocacy in healthcare

Hello beautiful women who are embarking on one of the most life-changing journeys. As a Black labor and delivery nurse with grounded experience in maternal health, I want to share... Read more...

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Why your postpartum recovery might surprise you

Hello, courageous mamas. I'm Ms. Carla, RN, BSN, and I’m here to have a candid conversation about something often overlooked: postpartum recovery. Whether you're a first-time mom or adding another... Read more...

Black Maternal Health Matters: What the 2026 Mortality Statistics Really Say About Protecting Our Crowns

If you’re reading this, your crown might feel a little heavy today. I know mine does. It’s Monday, July 13, 2026, and as I sit here at my desk, looking... Read more...

Why Modern Medicine Ignores the Spirit

If you’ve ever walked into a hospital room and felt a sudden, cold shiver that had nothing to do with the air conditioning, you know what I’m talking about. There’s... Read more...

What to do if you feel anxious during labor

Hello, lovely mamas. Coming to you as Ms. Carla, RN, BSN, an experienced labor and delivery nurse here at Crowning Legacy. Today, let’s address a rather common yet often hushed... Read more...