It’s 2025, and a new administration is in office with sweeping plans for women’s reproductive health. These policies promise to shake up everything from access to contraception to maternal health outcomes. For many of us, this isn’t just another policy shift; it’s a direct impact on our communities, our families, and our futures.

The stakes are high, and while it’s tempting to tune out political rhetoric, understanding these changes is essential. Here’s what you need to know about the Trump administration’s proposed roadmap and how it could affect our health.

Why This Matters

Reproductive health policies have never been neutral—they hit different communities in vastly different ways. For years, systemic disparities have left many of us navigating a healthcare system that often feels dismissive or outright harmful. The statistics are clear: maternal mortality rates for Black women are three times higher than for white women, and access to affordable contraception remains a lifeline for many families.

The proposed policies in this new roadmap have the potential to widen those disparities. Let’s break it down.

Key Changes and Their Impact

1. Cuts to Federal Funding

The administration is pushing to cut Title X funding, which supports clinics that provide affordable reproductive healthcare. This program has long been a safety net for underserved areas, offering services like birth control, cancer screenings, and STI testing to those who might not otherwise afford them.

What This Means: For many families, these clinics are the only healthcare providers within reach. If Title X funding is reduced, we’ll see more clinic closures in the places that need them most, leaving millions without access to critical services.

2. Restricting Access to Contraception

The Affordable Care Act’s contraceptive mandate is under attack, with proposed policies making it easier for employers to deny birth control coverage on moral or religious grounds.

The Bigger Picture: Birth control isn’t just about preventing pregnancy. It’s about managing health conditions like endometriosis, regulating cycles, and having the freedom to plan our futures. For those already facing economic hurdles, losing affordable contraception could mean choosing between their health and paying the bills.

3. Maternal Health Initiatives

While the administration highlights maternal health in its roadmap, much of the responsibility is being passed to states. Without federal oversight, it’s hard to ensure these initiatives will address systemic issues like implicit bias in care.

A Hard Truth: The maternal mortality crisis in this country demands bold, accountable action. Community-based solutions, like integrating doulas and midwives into care, have shown promise. But without federal backing, many of these programs will struggle to expand where they’re needed most.

4. Increasing Abortion Restrictions

Expect tighter federal and state restrictions on abortion access. These policies will likely embolden states to pass more restrictive laws, making safe and legal abortion harder to access.

The Real Impact: When access is restricted, the burden falls hardest on those already struggling to make ends meet. Women in states with fewer clinics, especially in the South, will face impossible choices, traveling long distances or resorting to unsafe procedures.

Navigating These Changes

These proposed policies underscore the need for trusted resources and community-driven solutions. This is where platforms like Health in Her Hue come in, offering support that prioritizes culturally attuned care:

• Care Squads: Join virtual peer support groups to share stories, ask questions, and find solidarity in navigating these challenges.
• Provider Directory: Search for culturally competent healthcare providers who understand the unique needs of your community.
• CarePoint: Watch doctor-led Q&A videos breaking down complex health issues and policy changes in ways that make sense.
• Community Forum: Engage with peers and experts to learn strategies for advocating for your health and addressing systemic barriers.

By leaning into these resources, we can take control of our health journeys—even in the face of uncertainty.

A Call to Action

Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it starts with us. Understanding how these policies affect our lives is the first step. From there, we can raise our voices, demand accountability, and connect with organizations that center our needs.

Explore the tools at Health in Her Hue—join a Care Squad, use the Provider Directory, or tune into CarePoint videos. These resources are designed to empower and support, no matter where you are on your health journey.

Moving Forward Together

The Trump administration’s roadmap for women’s reproductive health may feel like a step backward for many of us, but there’s power in community and information. By staying informed and supporting one another, we can navigate these changes and continue to push for equitable care.

We’ve always been resilient, resourceful, and ready to fight for what’s right. Let’s keep that momentum going—because our health, our futures, and our families depend on it.