Supporting Black mothers and birthing people in South Minneapolis – through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
We’re a free, culturally-rooted program of Sabathani Community Center, offering stress-reduction, healing-centered care, and real support – from gentle yoga to one-on-one check-ins and baby showers.
Your wellness matters. Your story matters. You matter.
Sign up today, and one of our Community Health Navigators will reach out to schedule a free 30-minute consultation.
Stay Connected!
Follow Maternal Health Matters on Instagram: @sccmaternalhealth
Ways to Get Involved
Black Maternal Health Focus Group
Maternal Health Matters is inviting new and expecting Black mothers and birthing people in South Minneapolis to share their experiences and help strengthen maternal health care for Black families. Participants receive a $50 stipend for taking part in one 90-minute session.
Interested in participating? Click below to complete the interest form.
Our team will review your information, determine eligibility, and follow up to confirm participation.
Mamas in Motion with i.am.me
1st & 3rd Thursdays
10:45 – 11:45am
Sabathani Auditorium
This supportive and restorative yoga series is designed for pregnant individuals and new parents (up to 12 months postpartum). Led by yoga instructor Diceyiana Tejeda, this class focuses on improving physical strength, flexibility, and endurance for childbirth while also reducing stress and anxiety.
Mommies & Mocktails
1st & 3rd Thursdays
12–2pm
Sabathani Community Center – Room 124
Shake things up with smoothies and support! Join us twice a month for a hands-on class where you’ll:
- Learn to make delicious, nutritious smoothies
- Discover the health benefits of each ingredient—for you and your baby
- Follow along with the instructor and enjoy your own creation
- Connect with other expectant and new parents in a welcoming, supportive space
Sister Circle Support Group – Cohorts 1 & 2
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Join a warm and welcoming community where Black birthing people are seen, heard, and supported – just as they are.
Cohort 1 meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays • 6–7:30pm
Sabathani Community Center – Room 301
Led by Licensed Therapist Shaunequa James
Free | Food provided
🔗 Click here to sign up now.
Cohort 2 meets 1st &3rd Tuesdays • 6–7:30pm
Beginning April 21, 2026
Virtual only (on Zoom)
Led by Dr. Elizabeth “Liz” Adedokun, PhD, LMFT, PMH-C
🔗 Click here to sign up now.
Check In & Breathe
One-to-one support services
Becoming a parent is a life-changing journey, and you deserve care that truly meets your needs. Check In & Breathe offers one-on-one home visits or virtual meetings with a Sabathani Community Health Navigator to help you access resources, build confidence, and navigate pregnancy and postpartum with support that centers you.
Get started today! Sign up for Maternal Health Matters and schedule a free initial meeting with a Community Health Navigator.
Reach Out to Our Team
Have questions or want to learn more?
Our Community Health Navigators are here to support you.
Contact:
Naomi Abraham – nabraham@sabathani.org
Rebekah Floyd – rfloyd@sabathani.org
