This proposal aims to better understand and analyze why the black female population is disproportionately disadvantaged in relation to labor and prenatal care. As well as why the mortality rate for this population is higher. The following research attempts to help answer these questions by looking at statistical information for this demographic in comparison to other racial groups of women. Furthermore, it looks at the health care experiences of this racial group of women and how those experiences may be impacting their prenatal care, birthing experience, and result in negative medical outcomes.

Racial bias within the healthcare system continues to affect the treatment and health outcomes of Black women in the United States. Despite advancements in healthcare, Black women are still often experiencing dismissal or being ignored, as well as having their pain minimized. These experiences can lead to delayed diagnosis, poor treatment, and even poorer health outcomes. These disparities are especially visible in maternal healthcare, where Black women continue to face higher rates of pregnancy-related complications and maternal mortality compared to other races. This study will explore how racial bias shapes the healthcare experiences of Black women and why these disparities continue to exist. By using a mixed-methods approach, this research will combine quantitative data from existing studies and healthcare statistics with qualitative data collected through interviews and group discussions. This approach will allow a better understanding of the patterns of inequality and the personal experiences behind them. The goal of the study is to better understand how racial bias influences the treatment and health outcomes of Black women while still bringing awareness to the issue. It continues to affect communities today. In addition to this, I will also be examining healthcare experiences. This research will explore why these biases remain embedded within providers and the healthcare system and what we can do to improve this care. By combining statistical evidence with personal stories, this study aims to add to the conversation about health equity, accountability, and creating a healthcare system that provides equal-quality care for all women.