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
Community Baby Shower x Maternal Health Resource Fair
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Maternal Health Resource Fair: 11am – 12:30pm
Community Baby Shower: 12:30pm – 3pm
Sabathani Community Center – 2nd Floor
Theme: Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy & Beyond
Join us for a joyful, community-centered day dedicated to celebrating expectant parents and families with children under age one. The Maternal Health Resource Fair and Community Baby Shower bring together essential resources, trusted maternal health professionals, and fun activities—all in one welcoming space.
Sister Circle Support Group – NEW
2nd & 4th Tuesdays • 6–7:30pm
Sabathani Community Center, Conference Room H
Free | Food provided
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.
Led by Licensed Therapist Shaunequa James, each session is guided with compassion, cultural understanding, and a focus on mental and emotional wellness.
Mamas in Motion with i.am.me
1st & 3rd Wednesdays • 4–6pm
Sabathani Community Center, Dance Studio
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 • 3–5pm
Starting in October: 12pm-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
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
Pictured: From left to right – Kiora Kamara (Family Liaison Specialist, Roots Program), Rebekah Floyd, and Naomi Abraham.