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Another Black pregnant woman failed by the MIC (Medical Industrial Complex).Ciji Graham, a cop from North Carolina, died...
01/22/2026

Another Black pregnant woman failed by the MIC
(Medical Industrial Complex).
Ciji Graham, a cop from North Carolina, died Nov 19, 2023 due to the negligence of Drs who failed to administer a procedure called cardioversion.
This shocks the heart back to a normal rhythm
(Ciji was known to have atrial fibrillation episodes).

Her cardiologist, Dr. Sabina Custovic denied her care due to her surprise pregnancy.
Dr. Cusovic informed her to "consult with three other specialists & her primary care provider before returning in a week".
The 2nd cardiologist, Dr. Will Camnitz,
"noted that the EKG from the day before showed she was in A-fib and prescribed a blood thinner to prepare for a cardioversion in three weeks β€” if by then she hadn’t returned to a regular heart rhythm on her own."
The problem with this is that Camnitz didn't order another EKG to see if her heart rate actually lowered from its high state of 192 FROM THE PREVIOUS DAY.
He only based his decision on a normal pulse rate (which the article states "a pulse measurement can underestimate the true heart rate of a patient in A-fib".)

Ciji knew an abortion was the next step however neither Drs asked if she wanted to abort or keep the pregnancy.
And the only abortion clinic in North Carolina that was able to operate legally wasn't able to inform her that she needed to have the hospital perform the procedure due to her high risk health conditions
(she also had a thyroid disorder).

Ciji Graham also presented with symptoms of severe heart palpitations & trouble breathing.
She had already transitioned when a fellow cop & her significant other Shawn Scott found her face-down in bed while their 2 yr old son, SJ watched on.
This occurred just 5 days after her 1st cardiology appointment.

The Drs that were consulted regarding her case said the same thing, HER DEATH WAS PREVENTABLE!
Where was her help while she was out here saving the lives of many?
Say her name, Ciji Graham.

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*Did you hear?* πŸ‘€The LBS Fam has a new toddler on the prowl 🀫.Sending a "Happy 1st Birthday!!!!" to DC3 πŸŽ‚πŸŽŠπŸŽ‚.May this wor...
01/10/2026

*Did you hear?* πŸ‘€
The LBS Fam has a new toddler on the prowl 🀫.

Sending a "Happy 1st Birthday!!!!" to DC3 πŸŽ‚πŸŽŠπŸŽ‚.
May this world give you great joy as you navigate it all.

Happy Birthing Day to Mama πŸ€°πŸΎπŸ™ŒπŸ½πŸ€°πŸΎ.
Can't believe it has been a year already.
I love you guys so much.
Thank you for your trust & support.

πŸ™ŒπŸ½ Cheers to the 1st "Twin" Birthdays of many in the LBS Fam for 2026!We also celebrate the birthday of LBS Papa .verite...
01/09/2026

πŸ™ŒπŸ½ Cheers to the 1st "Twin" Birthdays of many in the LBS Fam for 2026!

We also celebrate the birthday of LBS Papa .verite

Jamaal, may this New Year be filled with lots of success, peace & creativity πŸ™πŸ½πŸŽ‚πŸ™πŸ½.
Enjoy every moment.

01/03/2026

~ Crimson's 2025 Year Reflection ~

If I had to sum up 2025 in one word, it would be gratitude πŸ™πŸ½.
I'm not only grateful for the blessings but for the challenges as well.

In March, 2 days after a client gave birth, I protested the wrongful death of Tenisha Evans who died from C-Section complications in Far Rockaway, Queens.
I was with my client for over 48+ hours & had 1 day to recoup my energy to be present for the protest.
When I tell ppl I am a Maternal & Infant Guardian, they're not just words.

Being able to have my clients show up for me in various ways such as thank you gifts & "I got you",
is an honor that I don't take for granted.

Being able to be in the same room with heavy hittas while we fight for Black & Brown women to be heard, seen, valued & receive justice in the Maternal space is a privilege.
*Please see the documentary "The Ebony Canal: A Story of Black Infant Death" by .
The screening plus Q&A was truly mind-blowing πŸ™πŸ½.

To share in special moments with my Irth Fam during the screening of "Behind The Joy: Maternal Mental Health" by at CUNY York College, came full-circle.
was the institution that started me on my path to Midwifery in 2012, which led me to becoming a Doula in 2014.

Being able to table at a Black owned supermarket AND meet a York student who included me & my Irth Sis in her final paper on Black Maternal Health
(another full circle moment).

And last but not least.
Having one of my purposes here on Earth be confirmed (even more) - being interviewed with on Maternal health.
Growing up, Newsday was my version of the NY Times.
I read it from cover to cover like I was 30 instead of 10.
To see myself on a full page spread humbled me in a way that my ancestors are still feeling the effects.

My motto is "I will tell you what your OB & GYN won't".
2025 showed me why it will always ring true...

#2025

Today is World AIDS Day. We remember those who've lost their battle with HIV/AIDS, celebrate the lives that still battle...
12/02/2025

Today is World AIDS Day.
We remember those who've lost their battle with HIV/AIDS, celebrate the lives that still battle but are healthy plus vibrant & acknowledge the communities that are affected.
HIV/AIDs unfortunately is still stigmatized.
Here are the facts given by ...

Transmission
"HIV can be transmitted via the exchange of a variety of body fluids from infected individuals, such as blood, breast milk, semen and vaginal secretions.
Individuals cannot become infected through ordinary day-to-day contact such as kissing, hugging, shaking hands, or sharing personal objects, food or water."

Please just dont like this post, repost it as well.
Use the hashtag HIVNotRetro in your posts to remove the stigma.
Spread knowledge, not the disease.


You are not an entrepreneur - An entrepreneur IS you.You either have what it takes to succeed & thrive or you don't.Whet...
11/30/2025

You are not an entrepreneur -
An entrepreneur IS you.
You either have what it takes to succeed & thrive or you don't.
Whether that's building one from scratch, branching off from a partnership or inheriting one -
being an entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart.
There are late nights/ early mornings, back to back meetings, planning/ reconstructing/ implementing, etc.
Depending on your field or niche, the workload can be exhausting or tedious for people who don't have employees.

As a Holistic Doula of 11 yrs, I built a business from scratch.
I didn't have a blueprint.
B'cuz trust me, everything that I know now, I make sure my mentees know.
Especially the ones just starting out.
And many of them always ask the rhetorical statement:
"I don't know how you do it".

Happy to my fellow entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners.
Your goals are never too big or unattainable πŸ™πŸ½.

~ HANN ~ πŸ”ŠIt's a SCORPIO ~ STUNNA'S Queen Day πŸŽ‚πŸ¦‚πŸŽ‚Much love to LBS Mama  πŸ’ŒAnd Happy Birthing Day to Mama Louise 🀰🏾πŸ₯³πŸ€°πŸΎShe ...
10/29/2025

~ HANN ~ πŸ”Š
It's a SCORPIO ~ STUNNA'S Queen Day πŸŽ‚πŸ¦‚πŸŽ‚
Much love to LBS Mama πŸ’Œ

And Happy Birthing Day to Mama Louise 🀰🏾πŸ₯³πŸ€°πŸΎ
She raised one helluva resilient, respectful & revolutionary woman πŸ’ͺ🏽.

September Birthdays in the LBS Fam continue!Sending a HAPPY BIRTHDAY to LBS Papa  πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³πŸŽ‚.Praying this new year comes with c...
09/13/2025

September Birthdays in the LBS Fam continue!
Sending a HAPPY BIRTHDAY to LBS Papa πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³πŸŽ‚.
Praying this new year comes with continued fun, mystery & hope πŸ™πŸ½.

And sending your Mom a Happy Birthing Day πŸ€°πŸΎπŸ’«πŸ€°πŸΎ.

"C-section rates remain higher at Long Island hospitals despite risks"I will say this until I'm blue in the face - If yo...
08/24/2025

"C-section rates remain higher at Long Island hospitals despite risks"

I will say this until I'm blue in the face - If you are Black or Brown AND pregnant, DO NOT give birth in a hospital without a Doula.
Before this article, many thought that NYC was the problem location regarding maternal health.
However, the proof is in the pudding -
Long Island should not be discounted.

Being a Doula with 11 yrs shy of experience under my belt, I have seen it all with how hospitals treat birthing people.
The care is getting worse especially for Black & Brown women.
When I say that I'm a Maternal & Infant Guardian,
it's not a joke.
Please read or listen to this article in its entirety.
You can find this article in print tomorrow or read it online.
What you don't know can harm you or someone you love.

Stay Tuned for a Crimson's Corner...



πŸ“°:
πŸ–‹: David Olson

πŸ™πŸ½ Honor & Reverance to the power of giving life πŸ™πŸ½Each baby that enters into this world has a mission to complete.The r...
08/18/2025

πŸ™πŸ½ Honor & Reverance to the power of giving life πŸ™πŸ½
Each baby that enters into this world has a mission to complete.
The reproductive spectrum is spiritual
(Fertility, Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum AND Parenting).
Unfortunately, not many know this especially not the MIC (Medical Industrial Complex).
I will do a Crimson's Corner on this soon b'cuz it's important for Black & Brown pregnant women to learn this.

Grateful is an understatement for being chosen to support this mama & baby πŸ™πŸ½.

Cancer Season says it didn't go anywhere.It's still celebrating an amazing group of ppl.Today's shout-out goes to the be...
07/16/2025

Cancer Season says it didn't go anywhere.
It's still celebrating an amazing group of ppl.

Today's shout-out goes to the beautiful Jas πŸ™ŒπŸ½.
Β‘CumpleaΓ±os Feliz MuΓ±eca! πŸŽ‚
Prayers for a vibrant, abundant & peaceful new year πŸ™πŸ½.

Sending Mama Carmen a Happy Birthing Day 🀰🏽.
Lol I can literally see her celebrating alongside you.
Tell her she deserves it too!

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