The reported first Black-owned ultrasound studio in Downtown Greensboro, NC, is officially in business.
Courtney Hall has opened Bump Baby Bliss, “a one-stop shop for doula, counseling, and ultrasound services,” reports WFMY-2 News, an affiliate of CBS in Greensboro. Supporting women for their pre- and postpartum needs, Hall is dedicated to increasing the number of healthy pregnancies.
“My goal is to advocate and get women to understand their rights and feel comfortable and confident in asking the right questions about their bodies, even when the small things don’t feel right,” Hall told the outlet.
According to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 20% of women reported mistreatment while receiving maternity care, and 30% of women of color reported mistreatment. Additionally, 45% of women “ held back from asking questions or sharing concerns during their maternity care.”
Coming from a therapist and doula background, Hall, who is also a mother, is looking to be a part of combating such statistics.