A spirit-led framework advancing maternal, infant & family health
Integrated, holistic care delivered with cultural affirmation. Grounded in community and ancestral wisdom.
IT IS A LOVE LETTER
A return to what has sustained families for generations
EMBRACE is a spirit-led intervention. Our approach reflects collective support, dignity in care, and the power of belonging — the things that have always held Black families whole.
We meet families with real-time contact, true co-creation of care plans, and a village that stays present long after birth.
OUR MODEL OF CARE
Embracing one family at a time
Patient Communication & Care
Real-time contact and true co-creation of prenatal care treatment plans with our patients.
Village Building & Integration
Honoring the family system with full integration into prenatal care.
Postpartum Extension
We don't abandon the 4th trimester — monthly group sessions and continued 1:1 therapy.
Safe Passage
A safe-passage intervention for a birthing population at highest risk of death during delivery.
SOUL Care
A deliberate infrastructure that supports healing for the healer.
Culturally Affirming Care
Facilitators trained to center the experiences of Black birthing people and families.
Integrated Health & Holistic Wellness
1:1 therapy sessions · group mental health sessions · wellness activities — mental health and wellness woven through every stage of care.
EMBRACE IN THE NEWS
Recognized in research & media
ZERO TO THREE JOURNAL
EMBRACE Perinatal Care for Black Families, reclaiming health, wellness & self-determination.
Materal & Child Health Journal
"When I think of mental healthcare, I think of no care." (Sept 2021)
KTVU Voices for Change
Featured coverage of EMBRACE's work in Black maternal health.
Decolonizing Birth Conference
Presenting EMBRACE's model to the birth-justice community.
Mission Local
Local reporting on EMBRACE's community impact in San Francisco.
