DADS TO DOULAS ADDRESSES THE HIGH INFANT MORTALITY RATE AMONG BLACK BABIES
Dads to Doulas aims to equip black men and expectant fathers with the knowledge and skills to advocate for their families from pregnancy through infancy. By providing doula-level education, we strive to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates.
Dear Fathers recognizes the profound impact this can have on our community and strives to empower our families from the very start. Our one of a kind doula program is specifically designated to assist, encourage, support, de-stress, maintain, and educate black men and fathers in Maternal and Paternal care.
MATERNAL & INFANT MORTALITY
Black women are up to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. In our region, Black infants die at nearly twice the rate of white infants. Dads to Doulas confronts these deadly disparities by equipping Black fathers with the knowledge and tools to protect their families. Through real-time learning and honest conversation, we unpack how systemic racism endangers Black mothers and babies, and build a community of support that centers healing, advocacy, and thriving.
DADS TO DOULAS IS DESIGNED TO EDUCATE BLACK MEN ABOUT THE TOOLS NEEDED TO ENGAGE IN MATERNAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS.
UPCOMING WORKSHOP (INDY)
Join us on Saturday, June 6th in Indianapolis for an in-person Dads to Doulas workshop as we unpack how fathers and partners experience the birthing process. Together we’ll explore strategies for healing, supporting loved ones, and advocating in the moment and beyond.
UPCOMING COHORT (MAY 2026)
Join us from May to June 2026 for a virtual Dads to Doulas cohort for black men. Use the link below to sign up. Once you've signed up, you'll be invited to the classroom to join the rest of your classmates and gather updates about the upcoming sessions. We look forward to growing with you!
THIS INITIATIVE REFLECTS OUR MISSION TO STRENGTHEN BLACK FAMILIES BY CENTERING FATHERS AS VITAL TO MATERNAL AND INFANT HEALTH. OUR PROGRAM IS INTENTIONALLY DESIGNED TO ASSIST, EDUCATE, ENCOURAGE, AND UPLIFT BLACK MEN THROUGH EVERY STEP OF THE PERINATAL JOURNEY.
MEET OUR TEAM
BRAD EDWARDS
KYRA BETTS
CHARITY BEAN
MIKEL WHITTIER
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
If you're looking to offer this program to black men in your network or add it to your companies Resource Group, please hit the link below to get in touch or email us directly at contact@dearfathers.com. We look forward to working with you!
I feel that this course is great, it bridges a gap that allows Fathers to be able to stand in a place of confidence. A position that is backed by knowledge that has been gained during this course. I believe that this course gives black and brown people exactly what we need to be amazing advocators, and protectors of our women.
COHORT 2 MEMBER
A bridge for fathers to stand in a place of knowledge-backed confidence. It’s exactly what Black and Brown families need to be strong protectors.
COHORT 4 MEMBER
This course is great and very informative. I have appreciated the deeper look into the history of pregnancies and grand midwives. This has all given me a deeper respect for the women in my life especially my wife who is currently pregnant with baby #2.
COHORT 1 MEMBER
So far, I feel the course has been both informative and eye-opening. It’s helped me understand the deep historical and social contexts surrounding reproductive health, especially in marginalized communities.
COHORT 1 MEMBER
SHARE YOUR "DADS IN DELIVERY" STORY WITH US
Dads in Delivery is our written storytelling campaign connected to our Dads to Doulas program where some amazing Fathers share their physical, mental, and emotional experience when bringing their kids into the world.
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