Podcasts about perinatal

Research shows that queer and trans parents face significantly higher rates of perinatal depression and anxiety, but affirming and community-centered support can make a big difference. In this episode, clinical psychologist and researcher Leiszle Lapping-Carr joins Dr. Rebecca Dekker to talk about the unique mental health challenges 2SLGBTQ+ parents may experience during pregnancy and postpartum and what providers, birth workers, and communities can do to create safer, more supportive care. Dr. Lapping-Carr shares how stigma, discrimination, isolation, and lack of affirming healthcare spaces can affect mental health outcomes for queer and trans parents. She also explains how evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy can be adapted to better support 2SLGBTQ+ families, especially when distress is rooted in experiences of discrimination and loss of safety. Learn how protective factors that support mental health, chosen family and community, and inclusive healthcare providers can make perinatal spaces more affirming for all parents.   (01:43) Dr. Leiszle Lapping-Carr's background and research journey (04:31) Perinatal depression rates among queer and trans parents (07:19) Minority stress, discrimination, and mental health risks (11:08) Protective factors and the importance of community support (12:52) What is the Mothers and Babies intervention? (15:17) Adapting Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for queer and trans parents (20:09) Common thought patterns and challenges for LGBTQ+ parents (22:57) Behavioral strategies and "pleasant activities" for mental health (28:58) Barriers to affirming perinatal mental healthcare (32:42) The role of doulas and community recommendations (37:33) Common mistakes providers make when caring for queer and trans parents   Resources Learn more about Dr. Lapping-Carr and her research: feinberg.northwestern.edu/faculty-profiles/az/profile.html?xid=49272 Postpartum Support International Online Support Groups: postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/ Mothers and Babies preventive perinatal depression intervention: mothersandbabiesprogram.org/providers/   For more information about Evidence Based Birth and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

Duelo Perinatal: Validar el dolor y sanar la pérdida de un bebé | Con la Dra. Eva GarcíaLa pérdida de un bebé es una de las experiencias más devastadoras y, al mismo tiempo, de las menos comprendidas socialmente. En este episodio abrimos el corazón para hablar de un duelo que suele vivirse en un doloroso silencio.Hoy nos acompaña la Dra. Eva García, experta en psicología y acompañamiento perinatal, para abordar las complejas emociones que surgen tras una pérdida gestacional o neonatal. A lo largo de esta conversación, la Dra. García nos explica:Por qué el dolor no se mide en semanas de gestación, sino en el amor y los sueños depositados.Cómo identificar las etapas del duelo (la culpa, el enojo y la tristeza) y entender que todas son válidas.Herramientas emocionales para la mamá y la pareja en el proceso de despedida.Cuándo es el momento clave para buscar el apoyo de una red de contención o un terapeuta especialista.Este episodio no busca dar respuestas mágicas, sino recordarte que tu pérdida importa, que tus lágrimas son legítimas y que hay luz y guía para transitar este desierto.Queremos acompañarte en tu proceso. Te invitamos a escuchar este episodio con calma y a compartirlo con cualquier persona, mamá, papá o profesional de la salud que necesite herramientas para abrazar y comprender este dolor.Dale play ahora en tu plataforma favorita. Si este contenido te ha sido de ayuda, no olvides suscribirte y calificarnos con 5 estrellas para ayudarnos a llegar a más familias que necesitan un espacio de contención.Gracias a Merck Group por las facilidades para realizar esta entrevista.

MPFT is committed to offering those with lived experience the opportunity to become part of the Trust and work within our teams to provide their unique insights in support of service users. An increasing number of Peer Support Workers are joining MPFT and for this edition of The MPFT Podcast we were joined by Amy Hill, who works as a Peer Support Worker with our Perinatal and Maternal Mental Health Team in South Staffordshire. Whilst Amy's story is unique, her journey of mental health recovery following childbirth is one that many will identify with, and Amy is channelling her lived experience into helping those requiring specialist support. If you find today's episode rewarding, please also check out our podcast conversation with fellow Peer Support Worker Emma Mansell-Grey, who works in our Community Perinatal Mental Health Team in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin – https://youtu.be/hOcLeGIF_sc?si=TbgBTyhJL7P7PVgJLinksYou can watch the video version of this episode of The MPFT Podcast at - https://youtu.be/NZSIaUXYJiUYou can read a transcript of this episode of The MPFT Podcast at - https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/application/files/4017/7936/5656/The_MPFT_Podcast_114_Transcript_-_Amys_journey_from_childrens_nurse_to_perinatal_Peer_Support_Worker.docx

In this insightful episode, Kayleigh sits down with therapist and perinatal mental health expert Hilary Waller to explore the nuanced overlap between perinatal OCD, trauma, and EMDR. Hilary shares her journey into this work, her passion for supporting parents through medical trauma and loss, and how EMDR can help address the nervous system responses underneath intrusive thoughts and anxiety.

Ilja van de Griend is a Dutch-Portuguese transpersonal psychotherapist, Certified Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner, trainer, and co-founder of AlmaSoma Transpersonal Training Institute. She is also a mother of three daughters.With more than 20 years of clinical and educational experience, she specializes in Pre- and Perinatal Therapy for both adults and babies.She is certified by EUROTAS and is a professional member of the EARTh Association for Regression Therapy. Her interdisciplinary background includes training in Pre- and Perinatal Education and Therapy, Compassionate Inquiry, Regression Therapy, Brennan Healing Science, and Coaching. She is currently completing a Master's degree in Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology.Her work is rooted in the understanding that our earliest experiences lay the foundation for our entire life — and that it is never too early or too late to access, process, and integrate them in service of a more embodied and integrated life.From this understanding emerged the initiative to organize the symposium “Happy Babies, Full Incarnations”, which will take place from May 22–24 in Lisbon, Portugal, with both in-person and online participation options, with Kate White being one of the presenters.Happy Babies, Full Incarnations SymposiumAlmaSoma

It's normal to expect to feel happy, excited and positive during pregnancy and when a baby is born. However, it doesn't always happen like this. Up to one in five women experience mental health problems in pregnancy or in the first year following the birth of a child. Without support, these mental health issues can have significant and long-lasting effects on the woman, the child, and wider family.We're joined for this edition of The MPFT Podcast by Emma Mansell-Grey, who shares her story of trauma, loss and recovery following childbirth, and how it ultimately inspired her to join MPFT's Shropshire Community Perinatal Mental Health Team as a Peer Support Worker.Emma talks with passion about her determination to ensure her lived experience helps others. It's an inspiring story and one we're proud to share on The MPFT Podcast.A transcript for this episode can be found at: - https://www.mpft.nhs.uk/application/files/5417/7814/1528/The_MPFT_Podcast_112_Transcript_-_Emmas_lived_experience_journey_to_helping_others_through_perinatal_peer_support.docxYou can watch the video version of this episode at https://youtu.be/hOcLeGIF_sc

One OT's Lived Experience Journey with Perinatal OCD with Guest Jen Anderson-Frost in support of Maternal Mental Health Week PART 2 ⚠️ CONTENT NOTE This episode includes open discussion of perinatal OCD, intrusive thoughts about harm to self and children. Everyone in Jen's story remained safe. If this content isn't right for you today, Episode 55, a more ACT-focused conversation with Jen, may be a better fit: Listen Here What happens when an occupational therapist, someone who has worked in mental health, supported others through crisis, and carries all the professional knowledge of how care is supposed to work, becomes the one who needs that care? In this episode of The BRAVE OT Podcast, Jen Anderson-Frost and I join you for Part 2 of our conversation to share the deeply personal story behind their work and lived experience perinatal mental health. This is a rare, honest, and at times difficult account of navigating perinatal OCD as an OT and a new parent, through a high-risk pregnancy, profound grief, intrusive thoughts, and a long road to recovery. Jen also shares what they're building now: the Intuitive Perinatal Collective, a membership offering neurodivergent and queer-affirming perinatal mental health support, with a Crowdfunder currently live to support low-income families. --- In This Episode, We Discuss: - What Jen's perinatal OCD actually looked and felt like, including the shame, the hiding, and the compulsions that happened entirely internally - How a traumatic pregnancy, a terminal diagnosis in the family, a trauma history, and a newborn's medical needs converged into a perfect storm  - Why being an OT and mental health professional made it harder, not easier, to accept help - The moment the word "ego-dystonic" changed everything and why it was also a double-edged sword - How ACT concepts like defusion, experiential avoidance, and values-based living showed up in Jen's recovery (even before they named them as ACT) - The role of medication, mental health nursing, trauma timelines, and ERP in a complex, layered recovery - Why nervous system considerations matter deeply in exposure therapy and what Jen wishes had been different - Inference-based CBT (ICBT) as a neurodivergent-affirming approach to OCD they're currently exploring - How the Intuitive Perinatal Collective was born from lived experience, passion, and the gaps Jen witnessed firsthand - A call to action for Maternal Mental Health Week in the UK and the Crowdfunder supporting low-income families --- About Jen Anderson-Frost (she/they) is an occupational therapist and intuitive living coach based in the UK. Drawing on both professional training and lived experience as a queer, neurodivergent parent and perinatal OCD survivor, Jen supports queer and neurodivergent parents with perinatal mental health challenges and burnout. Jen also works as a pediatric OT supporting neurodivergent children and families, and hosts the Intuitive Living with OT Intuition Podcast. --- Support Jen's Crowdfunder

As part of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 (4–10 May), women share their experiences of accessing specialist perinatal mental health support in the Southern Health and Social Care Trust.  This podcast features women with lived experience and clinicians discussing the impact of early, tailored support during pregnancy and in the first year after birth. Perinatal mental health difficulties are common, and reaching out for support can make a real difference for mothers and families.  The Southern Trust provides specialist support for women with moderate to severe perinatal mental health needs through a dedicated multidisciplinary team. A key part of the service is the specialist antenatal mental health clinic at Craigavon, which offers longer appointments and continuity of care.  Referrals can be made through your midwife, GP or health visitor.  

Esta es la entrevista completa a la psiquiatra infantil y perinatal Ibone Olza, de la que pudiste escuchar un extracto en nuestro especial sobre salud de las mujeres: Radiojaputa 275. Las referencias y enlaces que acompañan a este podcast las podéis encontrar siempre en radiojaputa.com, ya que Ivoox no permite clicar en links.

La psicóloga Patricia Gutiérrez ha visitado 'La Ventana' para hablar sobre muerte y duelo.

Emma talks to Dr Liz Dapré, an academic GP and co-chair of the group GPs Championing Perinatal Care (GPCPC) about the vital role of primary care in maternal and perinatal health.In this conversation Liz and Emma discuss the key problems in perinatal care across the NHS and what needs to happen to address some of these issues.Liz explains how GPCPC is working to ensure the voice of general practice is heard by national policymakers and what it does to support GPs.She also talks about health inequalities in maternal health, the role GPs can play in tackling these and provides practical advice on delivering high-quality 6-to-8-week postnatal checks – explaining why these should be seen as a holistic review of a woman's transition to parenthood rather than just a series of clinical boxes to tick.And they talk about how GPs can better identify and support women following birth trauma, as well as managing gestational diabetes and the ongoing risks for women affected by this.This episode was presented by GPonline editor Emma Bower. It was produced by Czarina Deen.Useful links●     Women with gestational diabetes should be referred to the Diabetes Prevention Programme●     GPs Championing Perinatal Care●     NHS England 6- to 8-week postnatal check guidance●     Improving maternal postnatal check uptake in general practice using an opt-out equitable model of access: results of a 12- month quality improvement project, by Dr Dhiviya Tharan●     City Birth Trauma Scale questionnaire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Christine is the founder of Cornerstone Counseling and she specializes in assisting women with Perinatal mood disorders and parental mental health. Resources: https://a.co/d/06jUmzw8 Book Postpartum Support International Postpartum Support International - PSIThe Motherhood Center Motherhood Support Groups - The Motherhood CenterBlack Mamas Matter Alliance Black Mamas Matter Alliance - Advancing Black Maternal Health, Rights & Justice.Hudson Valley Birth Network (great network of providers, including therapists, who support birthing people)The Hudson Valley Birth NetworkInclusive Therapists Database Inclusive Therapists - A Safer, Simpler Way to Find CareThe Postpartum Stress Center Home | The Postpartum Stress Center

Perinatal mental health is one of the most misunderstood parts of pregnancy and early parenthood. Many new parents quietly struggle with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, medication fears, or resurfacing trauma — believing they're alone or “failing.”They're not.In this episode, I talk with Lauren Collier (she/her), a psychiatric provider specializing in perinatal mental health, about what's actually happening in the brains and bodies of new parents — and why so many myths keep people from getting support.This episode is not medical advice. Always consult your providers about medication and mental health decisions.

Send a textThis week I am delighted to be joined by Rebecca "Becky" Gleed (LMFT, PMH-C), Founder of The Perinatal & Reproductive Wellness GroupBecky is amazing, she's a therapist, author, podcast host and just overall a fount of knowledge.We're discussing many, many things including;What the postpartum period actually is.The difficulties going back to work postpartum.Selfcare, separation anxiety.Work place supports.Post partum body image issues.And much, MUCH, more.You're going to LOVE Becky so check the conversation out now :)You can find Becky everywhere online;The websiteThe Perinatal & Reproductive perspectives podcast!The Employed Motherhood Instagram pageAs always; HPNB only has 5 billing cycles. So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering. Though I'm not terribly active on  Instagram and Facebook you can follow us there. I am however active on Threads so find me there! And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions, comments or want to suggest a guest/topic      

Contact information:West Tennessee: Sequitha LeFlore-Thomas, Email: sleflore@uthsc.eduPhone/Fax: 901-448-9982Instagram: @wombandwell_npMiddle Tennessee: Susan Drummond, email: susan.drummond@vumc.orgmindy.sacco@vumc.orgPerinatal Regionalization Program Class Registration FormEast Tennessee: Michelle Oglesby, Email: regionalperinatal@utmck.edu or meoglesby@utmck.eduPhone: 865-305-9300 Office or 715-401-3548 CellSoutheast Tennessee: Jennifer Shelton, Email: Jennifer.shelton@erlanger.orgBEH Office: (423) 778-3547Northeast Tennessee: Brandi Pratt, Email: Brandi.pratt@balladhealth.org423-431-5352Key TakeawaysTennessee faces significant rural healthcare challenges with many counties lacking hospitals or obstetric services, making emergency department and EMS training critical for maternal and infant outcomesAll five regions offer comprehensive, tailored education including fetal monitoring, high-risk pregnancy complications, simulation training for emergencies, and NRP certification for first respondersSimulation-based training has proven immediately effective, with multiple examples of providers successfully applying learned skills within hours or days of receiving educationRegional educators customize their offerings based on local equipment, resources, and scope of practice, ensuring practical application in real-world scenariosThe statewide initiative provides free NRP training for EMS, fire departments, and police as first responders, recognizing that many deliveries occur outside hospital settingsCollaboration between hospital systems, emergency departments, EMS, and educational teams is essential for improving maternal and infant health outcomes across TennesseeHealthcare providers can access these educational resources by contacting regional educators directly via email or phone to schedule customized training sessionsQuotable Moments"I am passionate about women's health. I'm a Mississippi native, but Memphis has been home for me for about 15 years now.""Just seeing how confident they were in their skillset afterwards, we kinda assess it before the class and then again afterwards.""I've been in this position for over 30 years""It's so rewarding to see a new nurse go from novice to expert in their skill in interpreting tracings, which is such an important part of care for patients in labor.""Many patients deliver far from home and first responders and emergency departments without OB services are often the first point of contact.""The crew arrived, delivered the baby, and successfully provided care for both mom and baby. Knowing that the education we provided was immediately applied in real life and made a difference for the family was incredibly rewarding""I love having an opportunity to educate in several different variations of skill sets and to be able to have fun and allow them to walk away with that one wow factor that kind of sticks with them""Without this education we would've never known what to do. I think that makes all of our jobs rewarding and it really hits home when we get to help celebrate those wins""One of the things that I really focus on as part of the OB um, educator is being ready for the delivery with how to set up their warmer""Being asked to come back always makes me feel like I'm doing a good job and that we're all taking part in and helping to take care of our moms."Show Notes by Barevalue.No content or comments made in any TIPQC Healthy Mom Healthy Baby Podcast is intended to be comprehensive or medical advice. Neither healthcare providers nor patients should rely on TIPQC's Podcasts in determining the best practices for any particular patient. Additionally, standards and practices in medicine change as new information and data become available and the individual medical professional should consult a variety of sources in making clinical decisions for individual patients. TIPQC undertakes no duty to update or revise any particular Podcast. It is the responsibility of the treating physician or health care professional, relying on independent experience and knowledge of the patient, to determine appropriate treatment.

I am Dr. Shelly Mahon, your host, and in this episode of the Parenting Well Podcast, we're talking about what truly shapes your child's emotional health in the earliest years of life. I'm joined by Emily Fried, LCSW, a specialist in infant, early childhood, and perinatal mental health, to explore what's really happening beneath toddler behavior — and how attachment, brain development, and parental wellbeing are deeply connected from the very beginning. We discuss how to create the right conditions for healthy development, how toddlers experience big emotions, the difference between prenatal depression and perinatal anxiety, and practical ways to support regulation in everyday moments. If you've ever wondered whether you're “doing it right” in these early years, this conversation will both ground you and guide you. Register to participate in her workshop at the Stress & Anxiety Conference on Feb 28, 2026 In This Episode, We Discuss: What infant mental health actually is — and why it matters How early relationships shape the developing brain The link between developmental milestones and social-emotional growth The difference between prenatal depression and perinatal anxiety What secure attachment looks like in everyday parenting Why toddler behavior makes sense developmentally Concrete strategies to support co-regulation and emotional resilience Key Takeaways Infant mental health is relational. Emotional wellbeing in the early years is built through responsive, connected caregiving. Attachment grows in everyday moments. Security comes from consistent attunement — not perfection. Brain development and emotional development are intertwined. Early relational experiences shape stress response and regulation. Toddler behavior is communication. What looks like defiance is often dysregulation. Perinatal mental health impacts the whole system. Supporting parents is part of supporting children. Regulation starts with the adult. Young children borrow calm from their caregivers. Prevention matters. Early relational support lays the foundation for lifelong emotional health. Resources: Website Boulder Psychological Services Book: You Go Away by Dorothy Corey  

Picture a psychologist with 25 years in perinatal mental health — burned out from holding space for loss and trauma for decades.She needed something that was just hers. No clinical notes, no disclosure risk, no empathy fatigue. She chose floristry.And then her perinatal colleagues found out. And asked her to bring it to conferences. Then to teach it online. Now she has a waiting list of clinicians who want in.Today's guest, Carla Anderson, is a clinical psychologist who built two very different streams inside one business — perinatal mental health training for healthcare clinicians, and floristry-based therapeutic programs for clinician self-care. She didn't plan it. She followed her gut. And the market responded in ways she didn't see coming.HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS:1️⃣ Your Burnout Might Be Pointing You Somewhere — Carla needed something that shut her brain off after 25 years of perinatal loss and trauma work. Floristry did that. What started as self-preservation became the foundation of an entirely new program. Your burnout isn't a problem to solve. Sometimes it's a signpost.2️⃣ The "Weird" Idea Is Often the One That Takes Off — Carla kept reverting to her safe perinatal niche because floristry felt too new, too hard to package. Then perinatal conferences kept asking her to run the floristry sessions. Fellow Incubator members asked when they could join. The market told her what it wanted — she just had to listen long enough to believe it.3️⃣ You Don't Have to Explain Everything Upfront — People come to Carla's workshops thinking it's about flower arranging. By the end they're doing deep reflective work through metaphor. You don't need a ten-paragraph explanation. You just need to get people in the room. The experience does the convincing.YOU'LL ALSO HEAR:Why healthcare clinicians (GPs, midwives, doctors) are desperately under-resourced when it comes to psychological support skills — and how Carla fills that gapWhat therapeutic horticulture actually is and the science behind why nature-based practices workHow she structured her first beta launch (including the Valentine's Day flowers disaster that became an accidental metaphor)The internal flip-flopping between the safe niche and the exciting one — and how she finally stopped revertingWhat it looks like to let market feedback build your confidence instead of waiting for certainty firstWhy everything is figureoutable — including how to teach flower arranging onlineRESOURCES: Connect with Carla Anderson:Website: www.carlaandersoncliniciantraining.comFacebook & Instagram: @carlaandersoncliniciantrainingLinkedIn: Carla AndersonTherapists Rising Programs:Caseload to Course Bootcamp: https://therapistsrising.com/bootcampThe Incubator: therapistsrising.com/incubatorInstagram: @dr.hayleykellySUBSCRIBE & REVIEW: If this episode made you look at your "just for me" hobby differently, subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your reviews help other therapists find conversations that give them permission to build something unexpected.You don't have to abandon what you're good at to build something new. You don't have to have it all figured out before you start. And you definitely don't have to ignore the thing that lights you up just because it doesn't fit the obvious mould.What if the thing you thought was just for you is exactly what other clinicians need? What opens up when you stop treating your own joy as a liability?

Take a sneak peekat this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are:   Articles: Beyond the numbers: antimüllerian hormone and astral follicle count are not independent predictors of embryo euploidy in in vitro fertilization with preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy Stability and reliability of artificial intelligence models in embryo selection for in vitro fertilization Perinatal complications of frozen vs. fresh embryo transfer among ongoing pregnancies: a cohort study conducted within the framework of a hypothetical trial Similar outcomes, different timings: Luteal vs. follicular stimulation in IVF Neonatal characteristics of children conceived with in vitro fertilization or intrauterine insemination compared with sibling births from unassisted conceptions Governance of polygenic embryo screening: a qualitative study on the perspectives of clinicians and patients View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/

My guest today is Erin Jones, LCMHC. Erin is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor providing evidence-based treatment for individuals with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related diagnoses. She works at Bull City Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center, where she sees individual clients, manages an intensive Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) program, and runs  groups. She is the treasurer for OCD North Carolina, local affiliate of the International OCD Foundation. Erin is passionate about perinatal care and int his episode we explore all things perinatal OCD, touching a range of contexts it shows up like infertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.—————————————————————————Learn more about Erin: https://www.bullcityanxiety.com/erin-jones-lcmhcInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/erintalksocd/—————————————————————————Thank you all for checking out the episode! Here are some ways to help support Mentally Flexible:You can help cover some of the costs of running the podcast by donating a cup of coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/mentallyflexiblePlease subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It only takes 30 seconds and plays an important role in being able to get new guests.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mentally-flexible/id1539933988Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentallyflexible/Check out my song “Glimpse at Truth” that you hear in the intro/outro of every episode: https://tomparkes.bandcamp.com/track/glimpse-at-truthCheck out my new album, Holding Space! https://open.spotify.com/album/0iOcjZQhmAhYtjjq3CTpwQ?si=nemiLnELTsGGExjfy8B6iw

We need to do better as perinatal professionals when it comes to sleep information. To parents who are my main listeners, this episode highlights the most common misinformation shared about sleep from professionals so that you are more able to spot outdated and unhelpful sleep myths. For professionals because I know some of you are listeners too, this is information you need to know. It's not about taking sides but about what is actually developmentally normal and evidence-based. Let's move past sleep training culture to a world where parents baseline information is based in biology. That's the only way we can support informed decision making and what is best for both parents and babies. Connect with Kim Instagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Chima Onwuka, Founder and President of Grind City Cares, along with his wife, Monica Onwuka, Vice President, who both highlight the nonprofit organization's mission and efforts to impact as many lives as possible by providing essential resources, creating solutions to pervasive social issues, and establishing opportunities for aid to both individuals and families. Chima explains that Grind City Cares was founded as a nonprofit to support community work separate from his business, Grind City Kicks. In 2026, Grind City Cares is dedicated to bringing awareness to perinatal care. This focus was inspired by the personal journey of the Onwuka family and their premature twins. Monica talks about their experience and the challenge of their twin daughter requiring continuous, dependent care through a feeding tube for 80 days. She shares how the support their family received from healthcare professionals, family, and friends motivated them to extend that same encouragement and aid to others.Monica and Chima share their experiences with the NICU, highlighting the crucial support they received from nurses who provided essential advice and directed them to financial assistance and community resources. They emphasized the importance of education and awareness about available support for families with premature babies, including the specific needs of fathers and the emotional challenges faced by families. The discussion underscores the need to raise awareness about these resources and the gaps that exist in support systems for families in such situations. Grind City Cares aims to provide support, education, and resources to families facing similar challenges in the Memphis area and beyond.Chima discusses plans for the Grind City Cares Mid-South Race for Perinatal Awareness event scheduled for June 6th at Shelby Farms Park / Hyde Lake. The event will be a 5K walk/run focused on raising awareness and providing education about perinatal issues, with resources and support from community organizations. Monica emphasizes the goal of building trust in the Memphis birth community and connecting participants with available support networks, while also celebrating the beauty of birth and postpartum support.Chima discusses the event's details, including sponsorships, partnerships, and activities like bounce houses, face painting, and the race. He emphasizes the importance of community support and highlighted a custom shoe collaboration with Grind City Kicks, priced at $80, with proceeds benefiting the cause.Visit https://www.grindcitycares.com to learn more and to get involved with Grind City Cares.

When becoming a new parent, it is crucial to have a community you can count on to not only understand what you're going through, but also to show up for you. This is true for both pregnancy and postpartum… and also parenthood beyond. In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies, I'm joined by Shai Tamary. Shai is a community builder, program strategist, and yoga teacher based in New York City. She is the founder of The Nest, a grassroots perinatal community. A new mom herself, she is passionate about reimagining the perinatal period not as a time of isolation, but as an opportunity to build lasting village-like support. Get the most out of each episode by checking out the show notes with links, resources and other related podcasts at: prenatalyogacenter.com Don't forget to grab your FREE guide, 5 Simple Solutions to the Most Common Pregnancy Pains HERE  If you love what you've been listening to, please leave a rating and review! Yoga| Birth|Babies (Apple) or on Spotify! To connect with Deb and the PYC Community:  Instagram & Facebook: @prenatalyogacenter Youtube: Prenatal Yoga Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the forty-fourth episode of The Motherwhelm, I interview Caroline, a perinatal psychologist, and now a mother of two.This episode is a little time capsule. It was recorded two years ago and recently recovered from the archives, this conversation captures one mother in a very specific season of her motherhood. Since recording, she's welcomed another baby, and listening back now feels like being invited into a moment that can never quite be recreated, only remembered.This episode is a reminder that motherhood is always shifting, always evolving, and every version of ourselves deserves to be honoured.

In this Listener Series episode, Kayleigh is joined by Bella, who courageously shares her journey through infertility, a high-risk twin pregnancy, perinatal depression, placenta previa, repeated hospitalizations, and an emergency C-section at just under 33 weeks.Bella walks us through the shock of conceiving triplets after one round of Clomid, the grief of losing one baby early in pregnancy, and the fear and uncertainty that followed as complications continued to stack. From significant bleeding episodes and preterm labor to an emergency birth that separated her from her babies, Bella's story sheds light on the physical and emotional toll of high-risk pregnancy and NICU life.Together, Kayleigh and Bella explore not only what happened medically, but the lasting emotional impact, including grief over missed milestones, infertility due to medical necessity, and learning how to cope when the birth and motherhood journey looks nothing like what you imagined.This episode is a powerful reminder that survival does not erase trauma, and that community can be a lifeline.In this episode, we discuss:

Klaus Käppeli, MSc, is a psychologist and psychotherapist of the Federation of the Swiss Psychologists (FSP). After his studies in curative education and psychology, he worked as a school psychologist in St.Gallen, Switzerland. Since 1988 he has a private practice in somatic psychotherapy with a focus on pre- and perinatal psychology. He works with adults, families, couples, young adults, children and babies. His extensive training includes integrative body psychotherapy (IBP) (J. L. Rosenberg, B. K. Morse), integrative couple and family therapy (C.Gammer, M.Kirschenbaum), treating and integrating prenatal and birth trauma with babies and adults (R. Castellino, W. Emerson) and cranio-sacral therapy (J. Lichtenberg). He has assisted the prenatal and birth foundation training with Ray Castellino in Santa Barbara CA. He is a certified adult group facilitator in processing and integrating pre- and perinatal experiences in the tradition of Ray Castellino. He is cofacilitating the foundation training with Regina Bücher in Germany and Switzerland. Klaus is married and father of three adult sons. Seven grandchildren are among his closest teachers.In this podcast, we talk about his work with families and children who have earliest trauma. We also talk about his new book, Welcome to School where he explore how early trauma impacts school age children. He specializes in families with birth trauma with children who don't want to go to school or who have particular challenges.Contact Klaus at klaus.kaeppeli@bluewin.chPurchase his book: Welcome to School

You don't need to know everything in order to begin. Today's episode offers a window into the inner shifts that happen when practitioners stop leading with expertise alone and start leading with curiosity, humility, and a willingness to learn.Drawing from several years of working alongside Indigenous organizations, Melissa reflects on how Indigenous teachings, community partnerships, and her graduate studies in adult education have threaded together to reshape her approach to learning and program design. She explores the transformative impact of Two-Eyed Seeing, a Mi'kmaq guiding principle that invites us to hold Indigenous and Western ways of knowing together, for the benefit of all. Key Topics:✨ Why Land Acknowledgments MatterNot as scripted statements, but as invitations to recognize place, history, responsibility, and relational learning.✨ Cultural Humility as a Practice - Not a DestinationMelissa shares moments of discomfort, vulnerability, and the learning that unfolded when she stepped into Indigenous programming not as an expert, but as a guest.✨ Facilitating based on Community, not ContentHow the programs you've created in the past can continue to evolve toward a more culturally responsive, community-led approach.✨ Two-Eyed Seeing (Etuaptmumk)How this Indigenous teaching has become a central lens in Melissa's practice, shaping how she blends Western research, community voice, and Indigenous knowledge into her work.Join the Conversation

Christi Pritchard, RNC-OB, is a labor and delivery nurse who has found her greatest joy in walking alongside women during one of the most vulnerable and powerful seasons of their lives. With her certification in inpatient obstetrics and years of experience at the bedside, she knows the importance of advocacy, compassion, and making sure women feel truly seen and heard. Christi started Felicity Perinatal Consulting to help moms create birth plans that work beautifully within the hospital setting—bringing unity with patient and provider, and clarity where overwhelm often takes over. Whether you're thinking about starting or adding to your family or you want to best support a mother-to-be in your life, you will learn so much from this conversation with Christi! Let's Connect!Join the THE DINNER CLUB on Substack!Inquire about holistic health coaching or run coaching with HxHSupport the show: pledge less than the cost of a cup of coffee each month! Follow Health by Haven on Instagram: @healthbyhaven HxH Recipes, Articles & More: healthbyhaven.com Connect with Christi: Follow Felicity Perinatal Consulting on Instagram: @felicityperinatalconsulting Thank you to our sponsor, Avodah Massage Therapy! Support the show

Yaklaşık her dört Avustralyalıdan biri perinatal ruh sağlığı sorunları yaşadığında destek arayışına girmiyor. Uzmanlar, Gidget Vakfı tarafından açıklanan verilerin, belirti ve semptomlar konusunda farkındalık eksikliğini ve konuya ilişkin süregelen damgalamayı vurguladığını söylüyor.

Hello and welcome to today's episode where I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr Erin Locati, where we talk about all things peripartum, especially in the context of high risk pregnanciesErin is an acute care physical therapist in Texas, specialising in pelvic care for high-risk pregnancy patients.In this conversation, we discussed the criteria and complications associated with high-risk pregnancies. We also explored exercise recommendations for high-risk pregnant patients, the challenges of managing stress in obstetrics, and the importance of person-centered care and documentation in peripartum care.Topics included:High-Risk Pregnancy Care PlanningHigh-Risk Pregnancy Myths DebunkedGuidelines for Safe Pregnancy ExerciseEvidence-Based Obstetrics Communication StrategiesMedical Deviation and Legal ImplicationsPostpartum Care and Social SupportPeripartum Care and Patient ConnectionAnd more!!You can find Erin on instagram as @erinlocati_pt (and I'm there too @michellelyons_muliebrity)

Our first episode in this series was about infertility; today's focus is on pregnancy. Our final two installments will cover pregnancy loss and postpartum. I'm discussing how holiday expectations might not align with what's happening. The holidays can feel like a mixed bag of joy and anticipation, while a lot of stress and pressure get thrown into the mix. We can't deny our emotional truth, because that complicates everything. The bottom line is that it's no small thing to be pregnant during the holidays, and figuring out how to manage everything may be extra challenging while growing a baby.  Show Highlights: Mixed feelings: joy, excitement, and maybe a struggle to overcome nausea Amplified pressure Regulating your emotional and physical self  Expectations, boundaries, and relational stress Typical examples and reasons you need self-compassion Perinatal mental health issues may leave you with sensory fatigue, irritability, and the pressure to be perfect. Feelings of loneliness and disconnection Financial strain and holiday spending pressure It's okay to slow down and set boundaries.  Tips for navigating the holidays while pregnant: Make mindset shifts as your priorities shift and change. Prioritize intentional rest and protect your downtime. Ask for help, delegate tasks, and learn to say NO.  Plan to ensure emotional safety. “You don't have to prove that you're doing enough.” Resources: Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visitcdph.ca.gov. Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773.  There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services. You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms. Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/for information on the grief course.  Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!  If you are a California resident seeking a therapist in perinatal mental health, please email me about openings for private pay clients.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you excessively tired with your hair falling out, nails always breaking, brain often foggy or sometimes, despite having youth on your side, maybe forgetting how to form a sentence? These are amongst the symptoms of iron deficiency, often underdiagnosed. Nuala McGovern will be speaking to Dr Sue Pavord, Consultant Haematologist and President of the British Society for Haematology, and freelance journalist Rose Stokes.The Royal College of Pathologists say that a shortage of consultants means that "1 in 5 families are now waiting 6 months or more, and some longer than 12 months" for post mortems. The 'paediatric and perinatal pathology workforce' report said there were no paediatric or perinatal pathology consultants in the South West, the Midlands or Northern Ireland. Dr Clair Evans, the chair of the college's advisory committee - a Consultant Paediatric and Perinatal pathologist explains the situation further. At lunchtime on Wednesday the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, will unveil her much anticipated second budget. How could this budget affect the lives of women in 2026? We're joined by the BBC's Cost of Living correspondent Colletta Smith, to talk us through what we might see in the red briefcase on Wednesday. A self-portrait by Frida Kahlo has just sold for $55 million in New York. It is the highest price ever paid for a work by a female artist. To illustrate the magnitude of the difference, a painting by Klimt was also sold recently for $236m. Professor Renee Adams is a professor of finance at Oxford Saïd business school and researches the role of gender in the art market, where women's works generally achieve much lower values. She explains why and what needs to change. As part of the BBC 2 Civilisations series, tonight's programme looks at the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire and the part that a young woman played in its demise. She was called Malintzin and acted as translator at the momentous first meeting in 1519 between Montezuma, the ruler of the vast Aztec Empire, and the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés. To find out more about Malintzin and her role in Mexican history and culture Nuala is joined by Dr Elizabeth Baquedano, from the Institute of Archaeology at University College London and Dr Jessica Fernández de Lara Harada from the University of Oxford.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Kirsty Starkey

Esta semana Cristina comparte con nosotras su viaje a la maternidad, pasando por una pérdida temprana de su primer embarazo, y por la muerte perinatal de su hija Alba, nacida viva en la semana 41 de embarazo y que murió a los pocos minutos de nacer. Cristina cuenta las muchas dimensiones que tiene una tragedia de este tamaño, y cómo fue el embarazo y parto de su siguiente hijo (Sam) que ella sostenía en brazos mientras hicimos esta grabación. Un episodio duro, emocionante y conmovedor - q es todo un regalo. Gracias Cristina por compartir tu experiencia!

En este episodio hablamos con la Dra. Bianca Granados, psiquiatra perinatal, sobre la importancia de cuidar la salud mental de las mujeres durante el embarazo, el posparto y la lactancia.Bianca nos explica en qué consiste la psiquiatría perinatal, cómo se diferencia de la psiquiatría general y por qué esta etapa requiere una mirada específica que integre cuerpo, mente y entorno. Conversamos sobre el impacto que tiene la alimentación en el estado de ánimo, los déficits nutricionales más frecuentes en este periodo (como hierro, omega-3 o vitamina D) y su relación con la depresión posparto y la ansiedad. También abordamos temas tan necesarios como la presión social por “recuperar la figura” tras el parto, la culpa y las exigencias que rodean la maternidad, y el valor del acompañamiento emocional cuando aparecen dificultades con la lactancia o el ajuste a la nueva vida.Un episodio para reflexionar sobre cómo la salud mental materna se construye desde la prevención, la empatía y la colaboración entre profesionales — psiquiatras, nutricionistas, psicólogos y ginecólogos — y para recordar que cuidar a la madre es cuidar también al bebé.Conviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/comiendo-con-maria-nutricion--2497272/support.

Associate Professor Fran Boyle shares the MAJOR research findings for improving care for parents and families after perinatal loss. Fran is a Principal Investigator with the Australian Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth where she co-leads the Care after Stillbirth program. Her research addresses the psychosocial impacts of perinatal loss and is committed to improving outcomes for women and families through the implementation and evaluation of best practice parent-centered perinatal bereavement care in hospital and community settings.  Social media: @glimmer_project@daydot_midwifery@brisbanegriefcounselling@rednosegriefandloss  Special thank you to: -3P StudioHosts: Amy Larsen and Liana QuinlivanPodcast Producer and Glimmer Project Founder: Dr Ashleigh Smith Caroline Renshaw, Fiona Jordan and all our special guests for this season  Links: Home - Red Nose AustraliaBrisbane Grief Counselling Home - Amy Larsen specialising in loss, grief and trauma. Brisbane Grief Counselling Brisbane Grief CounsellingDay Dot MidwiferyDeveloping a parent version of a guideline for respectful and supportive perinatal bereavement care | The Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth 

Intrusive thoughts are common for new parents — but when do they cross the line into something more serious? In this episode, you'll learn how obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) latches onto what matters most — in this case, the safety and well-being of the baby — and how evidence-based treatment like exposure and response prevention (ERP) can bring relief.Joining host Gabe Howard is internationally recognized OCD and parenting expert Dr. Jenny Yip, who sheds light on perinatal and postpartum OCD. Dr. Yip explains how obsessions and compulsions can overwhelm expecting and new parents, from fears of accidentally harming the baby to overwhelming guilt about being a “bad” mom or dad. She also discusses the stigma surrounding taboo intrusive thoughts — including forbidden sexual thoughts — and how avoidance can interfere with bonding during the crucial early weeks of parenthood.  Takeaways for listeners: the difference between usual parenting anxiety and perinatal or postpartum OCD common intrusive thoughts new parents experience but rarely discuss why avoidance harms bonding and increases OCD's power Whether you're a new parent, a clinician, or simply curious, this episode reveals the hidden struggles of perinatal and postpartum OCD — and the hope for recovery. “OCD will tackle whatever it is that you care about. And when a family is pregnant, or when they have their first child, or when they have multiple children, what they're going to care about most is that. The safety, the wellness of the mother, of the unborn, or the newborn. And then that's how OCD starts to build and manifest.” ~Dr. Jenny Yip Our guest, Dr. Jenny Yip, is a board-certified, licensed psychologist, author, speaker, and internationally acclaimed OCD, anxiety, and parenting expert. With nearly three decades of experience, she has treated individuals and families facing severe anxiety disorders, OCD, and parenting stress. In 2008, she founded the Renewed Freedom Center in Los Angeles, followed by the Little Thinkers Center in 2016, offering cutting-edge treatments. She serves on the board of directors for the International OCD Foundation, where she facilitates the Perinatal OCD Task Force and co-directs the BIPOC Behavior Therapy Training Institute. Dr. Yip is the creator of the Strategic Family Boundaries and the Stress-Less Life™ brand, which includes her popular podcast and Stress-Less Mama masterclass. She has authored several books, with her most recent, Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts, ranking as a top new release. Our host, Gabe Howard, is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. Gabe is also the host of the "Inside Bipolar" podcast with Dr. Nicole Washington. Gabe makes his home in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. He lives with his supportive wife, Kendall, and a Miniature Schnauzer dog that he never wanted, but now can't imagine life without. To book Gabe for your next event or learn more about him, please visit gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eileen is a Pre-and Peri-Natal Somatic Educator and Practitioner, Registered Craniosacral Therapist (RCST®), Certified Massage Therapist (CMT,) a Castellino School Approved Womb Surround Facilitator and Breema® Instructor and Practitioner.Eileen works with adults, individually and in groups and families with babies, children and teens to help understand how early traumatic events show up in the present; and how to transform those patterns toward integration and health. Her current work is a culmination of three decades of study and work as a bodyworker, yoga teacher, Breema® instructor and community organizer (with a particular emphasis of working with pregnant couples and babies) before studying and mentoring with Myrna Martin and Ray Castellino.Eileen's work is based in the understanding that each individual has an inner guidance system to their own optimal health. People don't need to be “fixed," just supported in connecting with their innate rhythms, impulses and intentions.In this episode, Eileen and I talk about the "Double Bind." We are offering advanced education in the Double Bind and Modern Birth Setting as part of the Integrated Prenatal and Perinatal Dynamics training program.See more about Eileen at eileensendrey.comSee more about Double Binds here: Working with Double Binds and Earliest TraumaSee more about our Integrated Prenatal and Perinatal Dynamics Program by clicking here.An Example of our work is: Blueprint and Double Bind Skills Identification and Practice

Dr. Maria Muzik is a professor of psychiatry and OB-GYN at the University of Michigan, co-director of Zero to Thrive & Strong Roots Programs, medical director of Perinatal & Reproductive Psychiatry, medical director of MC3 Perinatal, co-director of Partnering for the Future Clinic, and more. In this episode of Rural Health Today, Dr. Muzik shares how perinatal psychiatry plays a vital role in maternal and infant health. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPodhttps://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest! https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/psychiatry/maria-muzik-md-mschttps://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-muzik-zero-2-thrive/  Resources https://zerotothrive.org/ https://zerotothrive.org/strong-roots/perinatal-dbt/ https://mc3michigan.org/

Sometimes, we're blessed with opportunities to make something new and fun and amazing. This show has been nothing short of spectacular for me, from my lovely guests and our discussions that have changed areas of my practice and my life, to hearing from each and every one of you, my Listener Darlings.And now, it's time for a break. Not Right Now. There's hopefully more time ahead for me to come back and pick this up. Maybe in the same iteration, maybe with a co-host, maybe an entirely new concept. Who's to say?For now, I send my heartiest and truest THANK YOU to every single one of you who had any part in making this show what it has been.It's not, "Good bye." It's, "See you later!"Thanks to our sponsors!Essenther: https://us.essenther.com/AMPLIFYWELLNESSWITHMEG Promo Code: AMPLIFYWELLNESSWITHMEGMomanda: https://us.momanda.cc/?dt_id=39578 Promo Code - PERINATAL Needed: https://thisisneeded.com/?utm_channel=Needed%20-%20Creator&irpid=4545739&irmpname=meg%40megdukelcsw.com&iradid=1770238&irgwc=1&utm_source=creator&utm_medium=4665719&utm_campaign=1654615&icid=XgjX7YUz7xyKUt1VqHVEd3AXUksxaM2IKTb5V00 Promo Code - PERINATALPODCAST Muse: https://choosemuse.com/pages/muse-2-offers?utm_source=4739&utm_medium=Affiliate&cppid=4739&cpclid=6ead105f2fb2454a87218286b4b5636f&utm_campaign=Amplify%20Wellness%20Coaching&utm_content= Promo Code - AMPLIFY WELLNESSGet your FREE Navigating ADHD Mini Workbook Here! https://subscribepage.io/ADHDMiniWorkbookThanks so much for joining me for this episode of The Perinatal Podcast. I'd love for you to write a review of my show on your app, and don't forget to subscribe so you get a notification when new content is posted. Take a moment to leave a 5-star rating, too! You can access additional mental wellness content and ad-free episodes by purchasing a Perinatal Plus monthly subscription at ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theperinatalpodcast/subscribe⁠ or ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-perinatal-podcast/id1590957531⁠.Follow me at @AmplifyWellnessWithMeg on Instagram and find Meg Duke LCSW on Facebook. You can also look for The Perinatal Podcast content by searching the hashtag, #ThePerinatalPodcast. Our show is executive produced by David Presley and produced by Meg Duke. Our theme song was written and performed by Antwone McDuffie.

This week's guest was fed to be by the Instagram algorithm. In part, I imagine, because I used to live in the KC area and we share a similar demographic. But for sure because the universe knew I, and by extension y'all, needed to hear her message: Stop Accepting What You Hate. While we do absolutely believe people can change - if they want to - we've both seen it enough to know change can't happen because one partner is asking for it. So, what happens when you've realized your partner doesn't want to change? Listen to Abby and I discuss this and more! Welcome back to The Perinatal Podcast!Find Abby!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbyeckel/Website: https://linktr.ee/abbyeckel?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAadWKY3MNmtSSuQOVm99zQw67atBR2otMiEJwqaBE0TK1tVxCSxUwJPsDtITBg_aem_8b9mba63jXybb29d9XulNwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbyeeckel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbyeckelThanks to our sponsors!Essenther: https://us.essenther.com/AMPLIFYWELLNESSWITHMEG Promo Code: AMPLIFYWELLNESSWITHMEGMomanda: https://us.momanda.cc/?dt_id=39578 Promo Code - PERINATAL Needed: https://thisisneeded.com/?utm_channel=Needed%20-%20Creator&irpid=4545739&irmpname=meg%40megdukelcsw.com&iradid=1770238&irgwc=1&utm_source=creator&utm_medium=4665719&utm_campaign=1654615&icid=XgjX7YUz7xyKUt1VqHVEd3AXUksxaM2IKTb5V00 Promo Code - PERINATALPODCAST Muse: https://choosemuse.com/pages/muse-2-offers?utm_source=4739&utm_medium=Affiliate&cppid=4739&cpclid=6ead105f2fb2454a87218286b4b5636f&utm_campaign=Amplify%20Wellness%20Coaching&utm_content= Promo Code - AMPLIFY WELLNESSGet your FREE Navigating ADHD Mini Workbook Here! https://subscribepage.io/ADHDMiniWorkbookThanks so much for joining me for this episode of The Perinatal Podcast. I'd love for you to write a review of my show on your app, and don't forget to subscribe so you get a notification when new content is posted. Take a moment to leave a 5-star rating, too! You can access additional mental wellness content and ad-free episodes by purchasing a Perinatal Plus monthly subscription at ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theperinatalpodcast/subscribe⁠ or ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-perinatal-podcast/id1590957531⁠.Follow me at @AmplifyWellnessWithMeg on Instagram and find Meg Duke LCSW on Facebook. You can also look for The Perinatal Podcast content by searching the hashtag, #ThePerinatalPodcast. Our show is executive produced by David Presley and produced by Meg Duke. Our theme song was written and performed by Antwone McDuffie.

Today's episode covers infertility and its impacts on a couple. We recognize that these challenges can be stressful on a relationship, and our goal is to provide as much support as possible to couples facing these scenarios. Join us to learn more! Rebecca Reddin is a psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and certified perinatal mental health specialist with Postpartum Support International. She runs a private practice, Mindful Roots Counseling, and has worked for 15 years with individuals and couples within the tender transition to parenthood. She is the founder of The Perinatal Mental Health Institute, which provides education and training around mental health challenges to perinatal providers worldwide. Rebecca is a member of The Irish Fertility Counsellors Association and has specialized training in the unique impact of infertility and fertility challenges on relationship dynamics, believing that this is an essential part of perinatal work. She is a board member of the Psychological Society of Ireland's Special Interest Group for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health and is Ireland's Support Coordinator for Postpartum Support International. Rebecca is passionate about advancing support and advocacy for all those navigating the transition to parenthood.  Show Highlights: Foundational elements of infertility, which can be different for each couple The statistics: 1 in 6 individuals struggle with their fertility (Only about 10% will not be able to conceive after 2 years of trying naturally.) Defining infertility Testing for infertility (hormones, structural problems, and “unexplained” infertility) Issues Rebecca covers with her clients Feeling like infertility is “all my fault” The partner's perspective on infertility Relationship success AFTER infertility challenges The differences in grief processes from person to person Benefits of couples counseling on an infertility journey The immense mental load of infertility (needs to be shared by both partners) Being proactive in protecting yourself and your relationship Rebecca's suggestions to couples Resources: Connect with Rebecca Reddin: Website, Instagram, and LinkedIn Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms. Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on The Perinatal Podcast, I'm joined by my #Team85 sister, Lauren Tetenbaum, to talk about her new book Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period. We dive into the realities of this major life shift—the curiosity it requires, the bullshit we've been taught about “not being a bother,” and why treating symptoms (not just the diagnosis) matters. From rage and irritability to sleep struggles and identity shifts, we explore how to build your support squad, practice self-compassion, and remember: perimenopause is not your new identity.Show notes:Girl on Girl: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Culture-Generation-Against-Themselves/dp/0593656296/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.PYp7HwArCuKwY3IF5Kt1BlCaPzzDX5x0iNuTg_xOtbeoVGlHc7OgmKGPBYZ6C7umZujaj1DR0A1HmyLjwHiMFJbFaaYkllpWwXUX31Ow5-VKX33LIojWgzfBeTovApFxcMCHIJZZUzS75-TVlvE0RRJUgBKDnDRWJT1K0RRP-as.gH3sUjH5AJaSu-_7N7-Gio8Q4_j6rjsLhpMETBiMaLM&qid=1754970790&sr=8-1https://hotpausehealth.com/https://thefuchsiatent.mn.co/Find Lauren!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecounselaur/Website: https://thecounselaur.com/Get her book! https://a.co/d/04z8O40Thanks to our sponsors!Essenther: https://us.essenther.com/AMPLIFYWELLNESSWITHMEG Promo Code: AMPLIFYWELLNESSWITHMEGMomanda: https://us.momanda.cc/?dt_id=39578 Promo Code - PERINATAL Needed: https://thisisneeded.com/?utm_channel=Needed%20-%20Creator&irpid=4545739&irmpname=meg%40megdukelcsw.com&iradid=1770238&irgwc=1&utm_source=creator&utm_medium=4665719&utm_campaign=1654615&icid=XgjX7YUz7xyKUt1VqHVEd3AXUksxaM2IKTb5V00 Promo Code - PERINATALPODCAST Muse: https://choosemuse.com/pages/muse-2-offers?utm_source=4739&utm_medium=Affiliate&cppid=4739&cpclid=6ead105f2fb2454a87218286b4b5636f&utm_campaign=Amplify%20Wellness%20Coaching&utm_content= Promo Code - AMPLIFY WELLNESSGet your FREE Navigating ADHD Mini Workbook Here! https://subscribepage.io/ADHDMiniWorkbookThanks so much for joining me for this episode of The Perinatal Podcast. I'd love for you to write a review of my show on your app, and don't forget to subscribe so you get a notification when new content is posted. Take a moment to leave a 5-star rating, too! Follow me at @AmplifyWellnessWithMeg on Instagram and find Meg Duke LCSW on Facebook. You can also look for The Perinatal Podcast content by searching the hashtag, #ThePerinatalPodcast. Our show is executive produced by David Presley and produced by Meg Duke. Our theme song was written and performed by Antwone McDuffie.

Today's episode focuses on patients who receive devastating news during the perinatal period. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common, and complexities are affecting both the patient and the medical provider, most notably the delicate balance of professionalism, compassion, and humanity. Our conversation explores the psychological impacts and ways of handling these situations.  Dr. Christiane Manzella is a senior licensed psychologist at the Seleni Institute, a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive reproductive and maternal mental health services. She specializes in working with individuals navigating bereavement, trauma, fertility challenges, miscarriages, late-term loss, stillbirth, termination for medical reasons, child loss, and life transitions. Her purposeful and caring manner helps her patients recover and navigate these complex situations.  Dr. Babalola (Femi) Jinadu is a board-certified OB-GYN with over a decade of experience in women's health. He earned his medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Jersey City Medical Center. He currently practices medicine in northern New Jersey, specializing in comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care. He is affiliated with Holy Name Hospital in addition to the Hackensack Meridian Health and Atlantic Health networks. Dr. Jinadu has been featured on the Hot and Bothered Podcast, discussing the economic impact of women's health issues. He serves on the boards of the New Jersey Partnership for Maternal Health and Seleni, a nonprofit focused on maternal mental healthcare and clinician education. His dedication to patient care and medical education highlights his commitment to advancing women's health.  Show Highlights: Dr. Manzella's perspective on giving patients the bad news that becomes a “flashbulb moment” in their lives, based on how they are cared for Dr. Jinadu's perspective on delivering the very best news—and the very worst news Understanding that people connect with different doctors in different ways, especially when there has been a tragic loss Establishing trust and rapport with compassion and understanding A definite shift in medical care to emphasize the hospitality aspect of patient care, rather than simply delivering data and treatment options Mental health IS healthcare. The long-term effects of perinatal bad news and the loss of hopes and dreams Reaching out with humanity as a physician in pivotal moments Dr. Jinadu's thoughts about the impact of loss on a partner Dr. Manzella's work with couples in grief and loss A patient's perspective on how they wish to be treated in grief and loss The doctors' perspectives on patients using AI, Google, and social media for medical care Key takeaways from Dr. Manzella and Dr. Jinadu  Resources: Connect with Seleni, Seleni Instagram, Dr. Jinadu Instagram, Dr. Jinadu Creative Tyde, and Dr. Jinadu LinkedIn Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.  You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.   Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today! If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

" I mean, half of our cross country team in college, I would say had disordered eating," shares Maddie Barrett, of Joyful Run Coaching.  She's a full time running coach, parent, and recently underwent a double-mastectomy. Maddie is part of the Lane 9 Directory, and joined us to talk about her experiences as a young athlete navigating eating disorder treatment, her time as a collegiate skier and runner, and how she has navigated running and sport through her pregnancy and postpartum. Just last year, she had surgery for a double-mastectomy and reconstruction, and shares her experiences with that as well. Connect with Maddie through lane9project.org/directory.  Follow @Lane9project on Instgram, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter here.  Connect with a clinician near you, and find your full team of women's health and sport providers, by going to Lane9Project.org/Directory. If you don't see what you're looking for, fill out our Athlete Match Form, and we'll find someone for you!

Noel Leithart has decades of midwifery experience across many states. Not only has she facilitated countless homebirths and attended many hospital births as a doula, she is a mother to 8 children! In this episode you will hear all about her vodka shot trick, her wisdom on birth, and more about the challenges midwives are facing today. In addition tune in to hear more about her current PhD work in maternal nutrition. Connect with Noel Leithart on LinkedIn _______________________________________ ___________________________ GROWING WITH GARRETT NOW LIVE - watch below ⁠www.informedpregnancy.tv⁠ Code: GK30 ___________________________ Need The Nipple Diaper now? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop on Amazon today!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@kozekozemama ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@garretnwood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SHOP with 20% off, use THANKYOU20 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kozekoze.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textPerinatal Urinary Tract Dilation: Recommendations on Pre-/Postnatal Imaging, Prophylactic Antibiotics, and Follow-up: Clinical Report.Anthony Herndon CD, Otero HJ, Hains D, Sweeney RM, Lockwood GM; Section on Urology; Section on Nephrology; Section on Radiology; Section on Hospital Medicine.Pediatrics. 2025 Jul 1;156(1):e2025071814. doi: 10.1542/peds.2025-071814.PMID: 40518141 Review.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Dr. Carrie Pagliano is a pelvic health physical therapist, fitness professional, and mother of two. She discusses her own pregnancies, her own rocky return to running, and the perinatal period with a focus on physical rehabilitation and performance. Connect with the guest: @carriepagliano carriepagliano.com Carrie's Active Mom Podcast Informed Pregnancy Media and ⁠⁠Mahmee⁠⁠ present an all new podcast! One Way or a Mother is a new narrative podcast from Dr. Elliot Berlin, DC. Each season is an intimate story of one woman, one pregnancy, and all of the preparations, emotions, and personal history leading up to the birth. Episodes feature the expectant mother along with her family, doctors, and birth work team. Start listening to ⁠⁠Episode 1: I Should Have Died⁠⁠ featuring Arianna Lasry Keep up with Dr. Berlin and Informed Pregnancy Media online! ⁠⁠informedpregnancy.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@doctorberlin⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices