Let's talk: Medical Interventions & Complications

REMINDER: It's Election Day, so vote first, then join us.

This week covers what can happen when birth doesn't go as planned: induction, Pitocin, breaking your water, fetal monitoring, episiotomy, and forceps or vacuum delivery. We'll go over the warning signs of complications like preeclampsia and infection, and when to get help right away.

Most of all, we'll practice asking questions and making decisions with your care team, not having them made for you.

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115 E Broad St, Richmond

Pregnancy and the months after take a lot out of you, and rest is hard to come by. Start October by making time for it.

This class is gentle and safe for every trimester and for recovering bodies after birth. You'll stretch, practice breathing, and meet other parents in your community. No yoga experience needed.

Bring a mat if you have one. We have extras if you don't.

Governor Spanberger is coming to Lynchburg, and we want you there!

She's joining Birth in Color on Friday, Oct 30 as we organize for YES on 1, the Reproductive Freedom Amendment. Amendment 1 would protect the right to make our own decisions about prenatal care, birth, postpartum care, contraception, miscarriage care, fertility, and abortion, without politicians in the room.

Come meet the Governor, hear why this vote matters for Virginia families, and spend time talking with your neighbors about what's on the ballot.

First time getting involved? You're in the right place.
We'll walk you through everything when you arrive.

Bring a friend. Wear comfortable shoes.

NOTE: LOCATION WILL BE SENT TO RSVPs

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Let's talk: Chest/Breastfeeding & Feeding Your Newborn

The first week of feeding a newborn can feel like a lot. Tonight we'll walk through what to expect, from colostrum to when your milk comes in, plus hunger cues and how to tell your baby is getting enough.

We'll cover latch and positions, pumping and storing milk, formula, donor milk, and combo feeding. Every feeding choice is valid. We'll also share how partners can help.

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Join us for a powerful march to the Hampton Registrar's Office as we kick off Souls to the Polls. Sunday voting is open to Hampton residents from 1 to 5 PM, and right after the march we'll canvass the neighborhood to help our neighbors get to the polls. Bring your family, your friends and your church community. First time? We'll walk you through everything.

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One week of early voting left. This is our last Saturday canvass in Richmond before Election Day.

Help us reach the neighbors who haven't voted yet and make sure they know reproductive freedom is on the ballot. Training, scripts, and a canvass partner are provided.

Can't canvass? Request a YES on 1 yard sign, sign the pledge, and check that you're registered to vote.

REGISTER OR REQUEST YOUR BALLOT

Mail ballot requests due by 5 PM

Today is the last day to register to vote, update your registration, or ask for a ballot to be mailed to you. Moved recently? Changed your name? Make sure your registration is up to date.

You can do all of it online in a few minutes through the Virginia Citizen Portal. Then check on a friend and make sure they're registered too.

Don't wait. Get registered today.

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Let's talk: Coping with Labor & Your Support Person's Role

6:30–7:30 PM · RSVP

This week is all about getting through contractions. We'll practice breathing techniques and go over positions, massage, counterpressure, water, and heat and cold.

We'll also talk honestly about medical pain relief, including epidurals, spinal blocks, nitrous oxide, and IV medications, with the pros and cons of each. And support people will learn what to say, what to do, and how to speak up for you in the room.

Bring your partner or support person. This one's for them too :)

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The voter registration deadline is Friday, Oct 23. This Saturday is one of our last chances to reach neighbors who still need to register.

Come knock doors with us, share the facts about YES on 1, and help people make a plan to vote. We'll train you and pair you up. No experience needed.

Can't canvass? Request a YES on 1 yard sign, sign the pledge, and check that you're registered to vote.

A quiet evening to remember.

We'll have candles, a place to write your baby's name, and people who understand. You don't have to speak or share anything. Partners, family, and friends are welcome. If you've lost a pregnancy or a baby at any point, this space is for you.

Richmond

Henrico Doctors' Hospital

1602 Skipwith Rd, Richmond, VA 23229

Thursday, October 15 · 6–8 PM

Hampton

Sentara CarePlex Hospital

3000 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA 23666

Thursday, October 15 · 6–8 PM

Free and open to everyone.
Can't make it? Light a candle at home at 7 PM and you're still part of the wave.

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Let's talk: Stages of Labor & Prenatal Care

Our free six-week series starts tonight. Week 1 walks through labor from start to finish: how to tell early labor from the real thing, what each stage feels like, and when to call your provider.

We'll also cover the prenatal tests coming up in pregnancy, eating well, and how to choose a provider and birth setting you trust. Feel free to bring your partner or support person :)

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Babies outgrow everything fast, and replacing it all gets expensive. Today, families trade what they don't need for what they do. It's free.

You'll find clothes in every size, toys, books, baby gear, and things for pregnant and postpartum parents. You don't have to donate anything to take something home.

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The voter registration deadline is Oct 23, and early voting is already open. That makes every conversation this month count.

Join us at the doors to talk with neighbors about YES on 1 and make sure they know how and when to vote. Training, scripts, and a canvass partner are all provided. First-timers welcome.

Can't canvass? Request a YES on 1 yard sign, sign the pledge, and check that you're registered to vote.

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Chest/breastfeeding can be beautiful and really hard, sometimes on the same day. And getting real help isn't always easy.

The Village Feeds is a free monthly group where nobody's judging and nobody's rushing you. Bring your questions, your frustrations, your wins. Whether you're feeding at the chest, pumping, using formula, or a mix, you belong here.

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It’s the last day to donate ahead of our clothing swap day tomorrow! Bag up what your kids have outgrown and drop it off on your way through the day.

Everything you bring gets passed along free to another family on Saturday. Clean, gently used clothes, toys, books, and gear only, please.

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9 AM–4 PM

Drop-off is open. Got clothes, toys, or baby gear your little one has outgrown? Bring them in today and they'll go to a family who needs them at Saturday's Baby Swap.

We take clean, gently used baby and kids' clothes in all sizes, toys, books, baby gear, and items for pregnant and postpartum parents.

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115 E Broad St, Richmond

Pregnancy and the months after take a lot out of you, and rest is hard to come by. Start October by making time for it.

This class is gentle and safe for every trimester and for recovering bodies after birth. You'll stretch, practice breathing, and meet other parents in your community. No yoga experience needed.

Bring a mat if you have one. We have extras if you don't.

10 AM–1 PM · Register

Decisions about pregnancy, birth, and our bodies belong to us. Not politicians. Virginia's Reproductive Freedom Amendment would write those rights into our state constitution, and it's on the ballot this November.

Kick off October at the doors with us. We'll start with a short training, pair you up, and hand you scripts and materials. Then we go talk to our neighbors about why YES on 1 matters. No experience needed. Bring a friend.

Can't canvass? Request a YES on 1 yard sign, sign the pledge, and check that you're registered to vote.

RSVP: birthincolor.org/villagecirclersvp

Chest/breastfeeding is one of the most beautiful AND most challenging journeys — and for Black and BIPOC parents, systemic barriers in healthcare make it even harder.

You deserve a space where nobody’s judging, nobody’s rushing you, and everybody gets it.

That’s The Village Feeds.

Come as you are. Bring your questions, your frustrations, your wins, your tears. Just come.

RSVP FOR DAD'S SELF-CARE DAY

Dad's Self-Care Day is a FREE wellness event designed specifically for dads and birth partners. Take time to focus on your mental health, connect with other dads, and prioritize self-care — because you can't pour from an empty cup. Join us in Richmond, VA!

Voices and Votes is a community civic engagement event hosted by Birth in Color that connects reproductive justice advocacy with voting rights education.

When & Where
Friday, July 24th, | 4:30-10:00 PM
Main Street Station • Richmond, VA

What to Expect
Join us for an unforgettable, family-friendly evening where culture, community, and civic power come together. Completely FREE and open to all, this celebration will feature live performances, food trucks, and hands-on activities for every age.

Connect directly with Virginia legislative leaders and community activists, register to vote on-site, and dive into interactive town hall pods, storytelling sessions, and civic engagement stations designed to inspire real action.


Key Activities

🎵 Live entertainment
🗳️ On-site voter registration

🏛️ District showcase presentations

📋 Voter resource distribution

🎁 Community surveys and raffles

⭐️ WORK WITH THE BIRTH IN COLOR CREW AND BE A PART OF OUR SPECIAL DAY!