About Us.
#NotUsSC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving maternal health outcomes in South Carolina by creating and sharing culturally sound health education materials to parents and families, their support networks and the community.
​Founded in 2018 as a social media campaign, #NotUsSC has grown into a statewide initiative that develops easy-to-understand tools about urgent maternal warning signs, perinatal mental health, and advocacy in healthcare settings.
Our materials, like "Girl Dad 101", "Becoming an Auntie", and "Mimi's Guide to Postpartum" are distributed through trusted spaces like churches, beauty salons, barbershops, and community centers.
We make sure South Carolina families have the knowledge and tools they need—because no one should die giving life.
Not me. Not her. Not us. Not anymore.
Learn the Data.
South Carolina ranks
Black women in SC are
8th
4x
72
94
highest in the US for maternal death
more likely to die from pregnancy related causes than White women in SC
percent of pregnancy related deaths happen AFTER birth
percent of pregnancy-related deaths in SC are preventable
South Carolina Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee Legislative Brief, 2024
Review Our Projects.
Educational Materials Library
Flyers, brochures, posters, and more covering topics like maternal health warning signs, postpartum mental health, and advocacy tips.
Real Faces Image Bank
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A free collection of authentic photos showing South Carolina parents, families, and people as they are: strong, joyful, and worthy.
Everyday Wisdom Campaign
Printed toolkits delivered to trusted spaces like churches, childcare centers, and beauty supply stores offering plain-language guidance rooted in lived experience.
Crowned in Care Initiative
Virtual, paid training on how to recognize maternal health warning signs, support mental health, and connect clients to help, plus branded salon materials.
Resource Navigation Tools
Simple, visual guides that help families understand and access services like Medicaid, WIC, and local maternal health programs.
Free Advocacy Training
Virtual learning series that teach women and parents how to speak up in medical settings and get the care they deserve.
Materials Review Committee
Help shape what our communities see, hear, and share
The #NotUsSC Materials Review Committee (MRC) brings together trusted community members and professionals to review health education materials for clarity, cultural relevance, and accuracy.
Members help shape content that reflects real voices and experiences—while earning gift card incentives for their insight.
