ContrabandCamp

ContrabandCamp

Tell-It Report: Birthing Mom Turned Away By Hospital Facing Health Issues

Mercedes Wells’ story has inspired a new bill that would urge hospitals to implement a safe discharge plan for expectant mothers.

Taryn Finley's avatar
Taryn Finley
Dec 01, 2025
∙ Paid
(Envato/ContrabandCamp)

In Gullah Geechee communities, a “tell-it” was a designated lookout, community warning system and the most trusted source for news and information. The Tell-It Report is ContrabandCamp’s weekly roundup of the Black stories that deserve more attention — from politics to entertainment.

The mother who gave birth on the side of the roa…

User's avatar

Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Michael Harriot.

Or purchase a paid subscription.
Taryn Finley's avatar
A guest post by
Taryn Finley
Taryn Finley is an award-winning journalist, host and producer who covers Black news, culture and community.
Subscribe to Taryn
© 2026 Michael Harriot · Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start your SubstackGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture