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A discussion about the connections in our shared human experience, hosted by documentary filmmakers, Lexi and Zach Read. Follow along as they attempt to learn about the forces that draw us closer and those that push us apart, one story at a time.

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'Black Lives in the Womb and Out in the World Matter'

July 19, 2020 • Zach Read + Lexi Read • Season 1 • Episode 16

A conversation about systemic racism in the realm of maternal and infant health with two women who have experienced it firsthand and have made it their mission to help others.

Kimberly Novod is the founder and executive director of Saul's Light Foundation, an organization founded by Kimberly and her husband after the death of their son when he was 20 days old due to complications from prematurity. Saul's Light offers support and services to NICU families including: NICU family funds to assist families with nonmedical costs, the establishment of “Little Libraries" in NICUs to provide books for parents to share with their babies, the donation of CuddleCots to allow families to spend more quality time with their baby who has died, and a peer support program for NICU and bereaved families to connect with others who have previously gone through a similar journey. You can find out more about Saul's Light on its website.

Demetrice Smith is a dually trained Certified Nurse Midwife and Family Nurse Practitioner. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialization in Educational Leadership. She and her husband have 3 earthly babies and 4 angel babies, and her experience with pregnancy loss allows her to truly connect with her clients. You can find her at The Melanated Midwife.