Welcome to
The Bond: Our Babies, Our Voices.
In this episode we bring together a panel to celebrate Black Maternal Health Week 2025 in Minnesota.
We are joined by
Dr. Nathan T. Chomilo, Medical Director for the State of Minnesota’s Medicaid & MinnesotaCare programs;
Dr. Rachel Hardeman, a leading reproductive health equity research and one of Time's 100 Most Influential People in 2024; and
Shannon Gibney, an award-winning author and professor. The panel is moderated by
Kimberly Seals Allers, the founder of the Irth App.
Kiwi Cares 501(c)3 is a non-profit in Minnesota that works to improve maternal health outcomes. We work towards our goal by collaborating with community partners and filling gaps in funding to support families.