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The journey from trying to conceive, to pregnancy, to postpartum, can be the most beautiful time of someone's life, but also the hardest, and that's where finding the right support is key. Dr. Catherine Birndorf is a reproductive psychiatrist, the co-founder, CEO, and Medical Director of The Motherhood Center of New York, and the Founding Director of the Payne Whitney Women's Programme at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York Presbyterian Hospital. She is also a clinical associate professor of psychiatry and obstetrics and gynecology, and the author of multiple books, including What No One Tells You: A Guide to Your Emotions from Pregnancy to Motherhood. During this episode, we dive into a huge variety of topics, including perinatal, mood and anxiety disorders (PMADS), medication, and more. From how to know when something is wrong and where to seek the necessary support to understanding treatability, we cover it all. Thanks for listening!
In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month I am re-sharing this 2023 conversation with the founders of The Motherhood Center in NYC. With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) being the #1 complication associated with birth in the US and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this remains a critical conversation.It's not just you. You're not crazy. You're not a bad mom. You're not alone. These are words and deep beliefs that resonate through and form the backbone of today's guests, Catherine Birndorf, MD, and Paige Bellenbaum, LMSW. Catherine and Paige are dedicated to changing the perinatal mental health terrain, and they do it through The Motherhood Center, a place of radical acceptance, nurturance, and individual and group support. On today's episode, we pull back the curtain on motherhood and redefine what is considered "normal" and "typical". With PMADs (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders) being the #1 complication associated with birth and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this is a critical conversation. On today's episode, we unpack why it's so important that we talk more about these conditions, how to do your best to prevent PMADs, and what to do if you or someone you love has symptoms. Aviva, Paige, and Catherine discuss: The definition of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADS) and the different diagnoses that fall under the PMAD umbrella What PMAD taboos still exist today, why this needs to change, and how Roe v. Wade affects these taboos Paige and Catherine's personal stories with perinatal mood disorders and what brought them to the point of specializing in PMADS and opening the motherhood center The kinds of physical and psychological feelings and symptoms associated with PMADs and signs birthing people and their providers should watch out for Why we need to move in the direction of making it mandatory for OB-GYNs, midwives, pediatricians, and any providers who come in contact with newer expecting mothers to begin educating their patients about PMADS and screening for symptoms The effects of the pandemic, social isolation, and potential cultural contributors on PMADS The role of medication and psychotherapy in treating conditions For more information or to reach out visit themotherhoodcenter.com or call (212) 335-0034. Thank you so much for taking the time to tune in to your body, yourself, and this podcast! Please share the love by sending this to someone in your life who could benefit from the kinds of things we talk about in this space. Make sure to follow your host on Instagram @dr.avivaromm and go to avivaromm.com to join the conversation.
Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Emily Guarnotta, a licensed clinical psychologist and certified perinatal mental health provider. Dr. Emily specializes in maternal mental health and is the owner of Phoenix Health, a therapy practice supporting parents through the challenges of parenthood. Together, we dive into how to prepare your partnership for the postpartum period, specifically in relation to Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs).Tune in to hear:
Today's episode focuses on EMDR for the treatment of birth trauma and reproductive trauma. You'll learn what EMDR is and how this therapy technique can support families through trauma recovery. Dr. Pria Alpern is a licensed clinical psychologist, EMDRIA-approved therapist, and EMDRIA-approved consultant. She is the founder of the Manhattan Center of Trauma Studies and the director of the Center Psychology Group in NYC, a psychotherapy practice specializing in treating trauma in the adult and perinatal populations. Outside her clinical practice, she creates mental health content, provides education, and raises awareness about EMDR and trauma-informed psychotherapy on social media platforms. She's been featured in numerous news outlets and is here to share her wisdom and experience with us. Show Highlights: Understanding the scope of reproductive trauma The philosophy behind EMDR, a therapy approach to unprocessed memories and negative beliefs Examples of traumas during pregnancy Trauma can manifest itself in PTSD and PMADs, both of which can be addressed by EMDR Understanding EMDR and the phases of its therapeutic use to process trauma What Dr. Alpern sees most in her clinical practice regarding birth trauma Similarities between reactions to birth trauma and sexual assault Flexibility within the EMDR protocol Finding “the window of tolerance” so someone can be present in the moment Therapy, support, community, and emotional support from family can work together to bring healing. Using the structure of a tree as a metaphor for the depth and variance of EMDR therapy Dr. Alpern's wide range of work in training other therapists, with highlights on EMDR for racial and cultural oppression Race, identity, and positionality cannot be ignored in the therapeutic relationship. Dr. Alpern's perspective on trauma: “For anyone who has experienced trauma, it can be very helpful to talk to someone. Please reach out for help.” Resources: Connect with Dr. Pria Alpern Website, Instagram, and TikTok Find EMDR resources at EMDRIA.org. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this bonus episode of the Feminist Mom Podcast, Erin sits down with Tiff D'Amico, a certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, birth worker, and educator, to discuss the unique challenges of motherhood and postpartum for neurodivergent moms. Tiff shares her personal journey through loss, motherhood, and her late diagnoses of ADHD and autism, diving into how these experiences shaped her approach to parenting and mental health. Erin and Tiff cover:The emotional and mental load of postpartum for neurodivergent momsHow late diagnoses of ADHD and autism impact parenting and self-understandingThe importance of building a support system that actually meets your needsWhy mainstream postpartum advice often falls short for neurodivergent momsHow to approach postpartum planning in a way that prevents burnout and overwhelmThe cultural shifts happening around neurodiversity and motherhoodTiff D'Amico is a certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, birthworker, and educator based in South Jersey. She's the founder of NeuroSPICY Postpartum, where she helps neurodivergent moms avoid or conquer postpartum anxiety, rage, and burnout through personalized support. Whether through strategic postpartum planning, placenta encapsulation, or hands-on help, Tiff is passionate about giving moms the tools to take control of their mental health in motherhood. She believes women have more power than we've been led to believe when it comes to preventing PMADs—and she's here to help you claim it.Read Tiff's blog post: Navigating the Perinatal Period as a Neurodivergent MomMentioned in the episode:Minna Dubin helped normalize discussions around rage in motherhood. Listen to her episode hereNightbitch by Rachel Yoder, also recently made into a film staring Amy AdamsLearn more about Tiff: https://www.tiffdee.com/Work with Tiff D'Amico Follow Tiff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplacentagirlFollow Erin on Instagram: instagram.com/feminist.mom.therapistLearn more about Erin: www.erinspahrtherapy.comPodcast Website: www.feministmompodcast.comSubscribe & Review:Love what you're hearing? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more listeners like you! Support the podcast with a monthly donation: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/feministmompodcast/supportIntroducing the Inclusive Provider Directory! It is free for families to search. Providers can become a member and create a profile, as well as accessing a number of additional benefits. Please note: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The content shared here is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This page may contain affiliate links.
In this episode, we are joined by my colleague, Dr. Robin Neuhaus, to discuss recent research of ours on Perinatal Mood Disorders (PMADs) and parenting supports. We highlight the stigma associated with PMADs, leading to underreporting and inadequate support. We emphasize the need for improved screening methods, increased awareness among healthcare providers, and accessible resources for parents. The conversation also touches on the impact of parental leave policies and the importance of support networks. We conclude by advocating for greater inclusivity in research and resources, recognizing the diverse experiences of caregivers. For information on the study featured and this episode please visit Nested and @nested.institute on instagram.
In this episode we discuss suicide and suicide screening & prevention. If you are struggling, please see the resources below for support and help.PostPartum Support International https://www.postpartum.net/Call 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlinePSI Helpline 800-944-4773 or text help to 800-944-4773text en espanol: 971-203-7773(help line is NOT a hotline)National Maternal Mental Health HOTLINE1-833-TLC-MAMA988 suicide and crisis lifelineMGH womens mental health website with information forpatients and professionals about PMADs and medicationmothertobaby.org is website with medication info/fact sheets 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.
PostPartum Support International https://www.postpartum.net/Call 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlinePSI Helpline 800-944-4773 or text help to 800-944-4773text en espanol: 971-203-7773(help line is NOT a hotline)National Maternal Mental Health HOTLINE1-833-TLC-MAMA988 suicide and crisis lifelineMGH womens mental health website with information forpatients and professionals about PMADs and medicationmothertobaby.org is website with medication info/fact sheets 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.
On this week's episode, we welcome Dr. Kimberley Johnson - a psychologist who works with clients with a range of maternal and reproductive health concerns, including PMADs, perinatal trauma and loss, infertility, and life-impacting gynecological conditions. Her research is primarily centered on childbirth-related pelvic floor injuries and conditions and intersections with mental health. In this episode, we talk about chronic pain and how it intersects with mental health and specifically in this community with perinatal trauma. Your pain is real and valid and as Dr. Johnson shares, pain being “all in your head” is actually true, but not because you're making it up. Pain originates in our brain, so our key to working with chronic pain might just be there as well. On this episode, you will hear:- intersection of chronic pain and birth trauma- understanding the biopsychosocial model- the impact of birth injuries- Kimberley's personal journey with chronic pain- reframing pain: from danger to sensory experiences- role of fear in pain perception- redefining relationships with pain- role of natural pathways in pain management- building confidence in managing pain- pain reprocessing therapy- interconnectedness of pain and psychological wellbeingYou can find Dr. Kimberley on Instagram at @wildmatrescence or email her at drkimberleyjohnson@gmail.com!Resources:The Pain Reprocessing Therapy WorkbookGuest Bio:Kimberley Johnson completed her doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Utah, predoctoral clinical internship at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, and is now an NIH-funded postdoctoral fellow at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center with complementary research and clinical interests. She works with clients with a range of maternal and reproductive health concerns, including PMADs, perinatal trauma and loss, infertility, and life-impacting gynecological conditions. Her research is primarily centered on childbirth-related pelvic floor injuries and conditions and intersections with mental health. In addition to enhancing evidence-based mental health treatment and resources for those impacted, she is passionate about improving patient-provider communication patterns surrounding birth-related trauma and injuries in the perinatal period. Alongside her professional work, she is the mother of two young children and enjoys mountain biking, hiking, camping, and Nordic skiing with her family.For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.
Send us a textBen and Daphna are joined by Dr. Sarah Swenson, Lisa Boyars, and Elizabeth Fisher, who share insights on addressing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) in the NICU. They discuss their CHNC workshop, "Nuts and Bolts of Screening and Brief Intervention for PMADs," which guides NICUs in implementing effective screening and intervention programs. Learn about the essential role of mental health support for NICU families, how screening can be adapted to any NICU setting, and the resources available to assist parents navigating PMADs.As 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!
Here to talk about the unique challenges that come from pregnancy and postpartum with multiples is the founder of Gold Coast Doulas, Kristin Revere. In this episode we explore: - What exactly is a doula and how can doulas be helpful for expecting and postpartum parents, especially for those with multiples? - Understanding the emotional, physical, and logistical stress associated with having twins or triplets. - Resources that are available and insurance coverage options broken down for those seeking access to doula care (whether you're having one baby or more). - A framework—including the most important questions to ask—when looking for a doula that can meet your family's unique needs and best support you. - The difference between a night nurse and a postpartum doula and what to consider to determine what type of care would be best for your family. - Baby registry tips, postpartum strategies, and what an average day with a doula supporting multiples may look like. If you've ever wondered what a doula does and how they can help, especially if you're expecting multiples, this conversation is for you! SHOW NOTES: (link) LEARN MORE ABOUT KRISTIN & GOLD COAST DOULAS: https://www.goldcoastdoulas.com/ READ HER BOOK:
In this episode of Therapy Cafe, Marjorie Morrison, LMFT, LPCC, co-founder of Psych Hub, speaks with Dr. Nicole Pacheco Tchalim, a reproductive psychiatrist at Columbia Psychiatry and Program Director at the Women's and Reproductive Mental Health (WARM) Fellowship Program, about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). They discuss the prevalence of PMADs, including postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis, which affect one in five birthing individuals. Dr. Pacheco Challam explains the significant impact PMADs can have on individuals and families, the challenges in identifying and treating these disorders, and the importance of early intervention and tailored treatment approaches. They also explore the importance of comprehensive support systems, from lactation consultants to mental health support groups, and the evolving treatments available, including medication and psychotherapy. The episode aims to raise awareness and provide valuable resources for clinicians supporting individuals affected by PMADs. Learning objectives: 1. Define perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) 2. Explain the impact of PMADs on parents and children. 3. Assess challenges in treating PMADs If you'd like to obtain continuing education as a psychologist, counselor, social worker, or therapist you can purchase a one-year subscription to Psych Hub's training center. Once signed up, you'll have access to earn CEs for this and every Therapy Cafe episode, plus access to our existing library of over 120 evidence-based practice continuing education courses created by expert clinicians. Go to psychhub.com/signup for more information. Follow Dr. Nicole Pacheco Tchalim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-pacheco-tchalim-40671263/ Find Dr. Nicole Pacheco Tchalim at: https://psidirectory.com/listing/nicole-pacheco-md.html To learn more about the Columbia WARM program visit: https://www.columbiadoctors.org/specialties/psychiatry-psychology/our-services/womens-and-reproductive-mental-health-warm-program To learn more about Project Teach, visit: https://projectteachny.org/
Danielle Fetty-Lovell has been through a lot in her births! But probably the most unexpected moment was when her first daughter had the hiccups while she was crowning for a really long time (making it both comical and excruciating). She shares with Adriana how being deeply focused on her labor meant that she didn't care they got her dilation wrong (going from 8 cms back to 4!) and how trying to make sure her 34.5-week preemie gained weight, along with a stressful job and a neverending pumping regime contributed to her postpartum depression and mood disorders (PMADs).Sponsor offers - TIME SENSITIVE! NEEDED - Get 20% off at ThisIsNeeded.com with code BIRTHFULHONEYLOVE - Get 20% off at HoneyLove.com/Birthful FAMILYALBUM APP - Check out FamilyAlbum at family-album.comAQUATRU - Get 20% off at AquaTru.com with code BIRTHFULARTIFACT UPRISING - Get up to 20% off at ArtifactUprising.com with code BIRTHFUL through December 31.IXL LEARNING - Get 20% off a membership at ixl.com/TODAYGet the most out of this episode by checking out the resources, transcript, and links on its show notes page. If you liked this episode, listen to our interview on Can Exercise During Pregnancy Make Labor Harder? and our breastfeeding episode on Figuring Out How To Suck, Swallow, And Breathe.You can connect with Birthful @BirthfulPodcast on Instagram or email us at podcast@Birthful.com. If you enjoy what you hear, download Birthful's Postpartum Plan FREE when you sign up for our weekly newsletter! You can also sign up for Adriana's Own Your Birth online BIRTH preparation classes and her Thrive with Your Newborn online POSTPARTUM preparation course at BirthfulCourses.com.Follow us on Goodpods, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, and anywhere you listen to podcasts.Our Sponsors:* Check out FamilyAlbum: family-album.com* For 20% off your membership, go to www.ixl.com/TODAY* Go to Artifact Uprising and use my code BIRTHFUL for a great deal (even if you've purchased before!): www.artifactuprising.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/birthful/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Let's get political folks! As mental health overall has gotten more attention in the media over the last 4 years, so has the very important topic of PMADs, or Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. After the latest CDC findings on the alarming maternal mortality rate, many facets of government are starting to pay attention to mothers and birthing individuals and the toll that pregnancy and child-rearing can take on their mental health.Today, we have a returning guest on the show, Paige Bellenbaum, LCSW. Paige is the Founding Director and Chief External Relations Officer at The Motherhood Center of New York. She discusses the baby steps that are being taken to protect and elevate mothers in NY and America at large, although she points out that it is just a drop in the ocean of change that is required to truly support mothers in this country. She touches on some new research and statistics that have shockingly helped change the narrative on maternal support. We discuss the highly divisive and high-tension topics surrounding motherhood and child care in America during a very heated election year. For 20 years, Paige worked in the non-profit sector, holding senior leadership positions at Hamilton Family Center Homeless Shelter, The Partnership for the Homeless, Habitat for Humanity, and Settlement Housing Fund. She has worked in the field of public policy, advocacy, community organizing and direct practice with disadvantaged communities including homeless families and incarcerated young adults and has held several appointed and elected political positions including the District Leader of Brooklyn's 52nd Assembly District. After her first child was born, Paige suffered from severe postpartum depression and anxiety that nearly ended her life. However, once she began to heal, she became committed to fighting for PMAD education, screening, and treatment so that no more women would have to suffer silently. She drafted legislation in New York State championed by State Senator Liz Krueger, mandating hospitals to provide education on PMADs and strongly encouraging screening of all new and expecting mothers. This bill was signed into law in 2014. She has continued to be an outspoken maternal mental health advocate and clinician and uses her story as a tool for change. Paige works closely with multiple New York City agencies on maternal mental health best practice and policy, including the NYPD, DOHMH's Maternal Hospital Quality Improvement Network, and the Nurse Family Partnership, and the Administration for Children's Services. She was a member of the NYC Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee and currently sits on the NYS Maternal Mental Health Working Group. She has appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America, NPR, PBS Newshour, Fortune, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.Connect with her at:themotherhoodcenter.com
Send us a text**Trigger: This episode covers mental health disorders and discussion of suicide.* In this episode, Missi and Cara discuss perinatal mental health, including mood and anxiety disorders. These PMADs include OCD, posttraumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disease. Cara and Missi share screening recommendations, signs and symptoms, risk factors, and basic treatment modalities. Unfortunately, suicide is the leading cause of death in the perinatal period--during pregnancy and up to 1 year after birth. The aim of this episode is to support providers in screening, assessing, diagnosing, and treating PMADs, as well as knowing when to seek expert clinical care. Resources from Postpartum Support International are also shared. #PMAD #PPD #OCD #Postpartum #MentalHealthMatters #PSI #PostpartumSupport #PerinatalMentalHealth #PerinatalCare #EPDS @postpartumsupportinternational
Perinatal loss and grief are different from other types of grief. In this episode, we discuss how parents can care for themselves during the grief process and why people often don't acknowledge this kind of grief. We, as a society, do not do a good job in supporting people through perinatal loss and grief. We can do better! My guest is Nneka Symister, a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in social services. She has dedicated the past decade to private practice, working with diverse populations in New York, and currently specializes in PMADs, infertility grief, and loss. Working with both individuals and couples, her methods draw from a range of modalities, including CBT, EMDR, interpersonal therapy, and mindfulness. Show Highlights: An explanation of perinatal grief Ways in which perinatal grief shows up as “invisible grief” The complexities around perinatal grief that make it difficult to offer the right support How we can “sit” with someone in their grief/loss without being dismissive of their pain In dealing with your grief, protect your space and form a protective circle The difference between grief and suffering The compulsion to find fault and blame ourselves The tendency to be a martyr and not ask for the help we need Flexibility is needed in grieving as your needs change (There is no “proper” way to grieve!) Assessing your basic needs during grief Nneka's message: “If you are grieving, trust your feelings. Please reach out to a therapist who can sit with you and give you the language to navigate this space to ensure that your needs are met in the best possible way.” Resources: Connect with Nneka Symister: Website, Instagram, and LinkedIn 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 a better support 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!
My guest today shares the culture shock she felt as a Japanese woman giving birth in the US and experiencing the vastly different healthcare system. Being away from her family was challenging, but she also felt frustrated with postpartum care in the US as compared to Japan. She also shares about the deep stigma of postpartum depression among the Japanese people, how she handled that as a new mother with PPD difficulties, and how we can improve perinatal care in the US. Join us to hear Keiko's story! Keiko Yoneyama-Sims is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Supervisor who lives in Denver, Colorado, with her husband, two teenage daughters, and a cat. Born and raised in Japan, she moved to the US for her college education. In her private practice, Keiko has worked with women experiencing PMADs for over ten years, along with facilitating workshops and networking events for local birthing professionals to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration. With a primary focus on perinatal mental health, Keiko is currently working toward a Ph.D. in social work at the University of Denver. She is the health and wellness director of the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Asian American Professionals and has presented at international conferences, facilitated workshops, written articles, and co-authored a book chapter on perinatal mental health. Her collaborations with clients, supervisees, and colleagues emphasize equality in relationships using a strength perspective. Show Highlights: Keiko's path into the work she does today Keiko's experience as a Japanese woman who came to college in the US The culture shock over the differences in healthcare in Japan and the US, including billing procedures, care practices, postpartum care, and nutrition The massive gaps in the US because postpartum care focuses solely on the baby–not the mother Messages about motherhood need to change at the societal level. The Japanese traditions of a 40-day resting period for new mothers, weekly midwife visits, etc. How things are changing in Japan around perinatal mental health Depression can have very real physical symptoms! Keiko's perspective on how we can make changes and improve the perinatal mental health system in the US Keiko's advice to Japanese-American moms Resources: 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 a better support 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!
What life-saving benefits can psychopharmacology offer for mental health disorders postpartum? In this week's episode of Pediatric Meltdown, Dr. Lia Gaggino unravels the intense highs and lows of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), as she bravely shares her own struggles and triumphs. She highlights the crucial red flags that every parent and healthcare provider should recognize as well as practical strategies from top experts to enhance your clinical practice and better support families navigating this emotional landscape. With this useful advice and resources, Dr. Gaggino provides a beacon of hope and understanding for both healthcare professionals and new parents. Curious to discover the one tip that can transform your postpartum experience? Click here to learn more! [0:04 - 06:07] Introduction to Perinatal Mood and Anxiety DisordersThe host recounts her personal experience with PMADs during her residency.Discusses the struggle of timing motherhood with professional life.The emotional and logistical challenges of pregnancy, delivery, and motherhood.[06:08 - 13:12] Postpartum Challenges: Real-life Experiences The intense anxiety and feelings of incompetence in the early postpartum period.Support system breakdown: How a lack of nurturing support impacted mental health.The importance of seeking professional help and the stigma surrounding it.[13:13 - 17:03] Tools and Strategies for Managing PMADsRoutine screening for risk factors using tools like the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.Normalizing conversations about PMADs with new parents and their partners.Encouraging healthcare providers to ask the right questions to identify at-risk parents.[17:04 - 22:38] Empowering Parents and CliniciansThe impact of social media and unrealistic expectations on new mothers.Practical advice for partners and extended family members to support postpartum parents.A call to action: Encouraging listeners to share their experiences and support each other.Links to resources mentioned on the show- Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale: (https://psychology-tools.com/epds/)- Postpartum Support International: (https://www.postpartum.net)- Books by Karen Kleiman: (Amazon.com)Other episodes you may like:https://pediatricmeltdown.com/episodes185. Cultural Competency: Health Equity and Outcomes175 Beyond Trauma: Strengthening the Caregiver-Infant Dyad161 Menstrual Equity Changes Lives: The Power of Day147 Racial Discrimination and Black Infant Morbidity and Mortality134 Early Childhood Education: Empowering ParentsBuilding Better Workflows PodcastBuilding Better Workflows Key quotes for Twitter:"Because the reality is medication for mental health disorders can be life saving.".. Dr. Lia Gaggino on medication and postpartum depression"Babies eat, sleep, cry, and poop. They don't smile at you to...
In this episode, Dr. Jess Gaulton of FamilyWell Health discusses the increasing awareness and evolving support for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). She highlights the progress made in recognizing these conditions, which were previously dismissed or stigmatized. Dr. Gaulton emphasizes the importance of breaking the stigma by sharing personal experiences, as she did with her own struggles with postpartum depression. She introduces FamilyWell Health's innovative care delivery model, which integrates perinatal mental health services directly into existing healthcare systems. This approach involves a collaborative care team of social workers, coaches, therapists, and psychiatric providers, offering comprehensive support through telehealth. Dr. Gaulton emphasizes the importance of personalized care, tailoring treatment plans to individual needs, and the value of early intervention and peer support. She also discusses the development of a coach certification program aimed at empowering individuals to provide effective support to perinatal individuals experiencing mental health challenges. The episode concludes with a call for continued awareness and storytelling to further destigmatize PMADs and promote accessible, comprehensive support. For more information on Dr. Gaulton and FamilyWell Health visit FamilyWell Health and LinkedIn.
In this podcast episode, Kevin Seldon, founder of the nonprofit "All Parents Welcome," shares his personal experience of feeling unsupported and isolated as a non-birthing parent. He discusses the lack of resources and awareness for the mental health struggles of non-birthing parents around perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). Kevin emphasizes the importance of changing terminology to include all parents, regardless of gender or birthing experience. He also highlights the need for more research on non-birthing parents, the creation of a self-assessment tool for PMADs, and the importance of involving all parents in the conversation to improve the mental health of all. He encourages listeners to get involved and support the cause by spreading the word and advocating for inclusivity in parenting culture. To join the APW movement please click here APW Join the Movement sign up and to contribute to the daddy campaign please click here daffy campaign.
Guest: Dr. Tiffany Gladdis Licensed Clinical Psychologist In this episode: Explain what trauma-informed care is. List three signs or symptoms of anxiety/PTSD that might warrant a consultation with a mental health professional. Share how NICU professionals can identify triggers in their patient's family members and how they can acknowledge them. This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.
In this episode of Parenting Understood, we are joined by Dr. Jessica Gaulton, a neonatologist and founder of Familywell, about perinatal and postpartum health. We discuss the definition of PMADs (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders), emphasizing that it encompasses any mood disorder experienced during pregnancy or within a year after birth. We also highlight the lack of screening for PMADs and the resulting underestimation of their prevalence, emphasizing the importance of recognizing symptoms in both birthing and non-birthing parents. We touch on the sobering statistic that the leading cause of death in the perinatal period is suicide and overdose, often occurring in the period between six weeks and a year postpartum, when many new parents lack adequate support. Jessica explains how Familywell aims to integrate mental health support into OB care by embedding resources directly into clinics and making them accessible through insurance coverage. To learn more about Dr. Gaulton and her work please visit www.familywellhealth.com, @familywellhealth and on LinkedIn at Jessica Shiffman-Gaulton or FamilyWell Health.
Paige Bellenbaum, LCSWFounding Director and Chief External Relations OfficerPaige Bellenbaum, LCSW is the Founding Director and Chief External Relations Officer at The Motherhood Center of New York. Paige attended UCLA as an undergraduate and received her MSW from the Columbia School of Social Work. For 20 years, Paige worked in the non-profit sector, holding senior leadership positions at Hamilton Family Center in San Francisco and The Partnership for the Homeless, Habitat for Humanity, and Settlement Housing Fund in New York. She has worked in the field of public policy, advocacy, and community organizing working with various disadvantaged populations including homeless families and incarcerated young adults, and has held several appointed and elected political positions including the District Leader of Brooklyn's 52nd Assembly District.After her first child was born, Paige suffered from severe postpartum depression and anxiety that nearly ended her life. However, once she began to heal, she became committed to fighting for education, screening, and treatment for postpartum depression so that no more women would have to suffer silently. As a result, she drafted legislation in New York State championed by Senator Liz Krueger, mandating hospitals to provide education on PMADs and strongly encouraging screening of all new and expecting mothers, signed into law in 2014. Since then, Paige has been an outspoken maternal mental health advocate and clinician and uses her story as a tool for change.She currently works closely with the NYPD on maternal mental health initiatives, DOHMH's Maternal Hospital Quality Improvement Network, and the Nurse Family Partnership and sits on the NYC Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee and the NYS Maternal Mental Health Working Group. She has appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America, NPR, PBS Newshour, Fortune, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.”The Motherhood Center of New York is a comprehensive treatment center for new and expecting mothers/birthing parents experiencing prenatal and postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and postpartum psychosis. Our services include our one-of-a-kind Perinatal Day Program, therapy, medication management, and support groups. The Motherhood Center also provides training and educational events for healthcare providers and parents.To learn more about The Motherhood Center, visit our website for parents or for providers. If you want to learn more about The Motherhood Center's treatment services, complete a new patient inquiry form here or speak with one of our Care Coordinators at 212-334-0035. Follow The Motherhood Center on Instagram @themotherhoodcenter to stay up-to-date on all things maternal mental health.”The Motherhood Center - Postpartum Depression TreatmentContact Us | Postpartum Support International (PSI)National Maternal Mental Health Hotline1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos and videosPrevia Alliance Podcast (@previapodcast) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!
In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month I am re-sharing this 2023 conversation with the founders of The Motherhood Center in NYC. With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) being the #1 complication associated with birth in the US and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this remains a critical conversation.________________It's not just you. You're not crazy. You're not a bad mom. You're not alone. These are words and deep beliefs that resonate through and form the backbone of today's guests, Catherine Birndorf, MD, and Paige Bellenbaum, LMSW. Catherine and Paige are dedicated to changing the perinatal mental health terrain, and they do it through The Motherhood Center, a place of radical acceptance, nurturance, and individual and group support. On today's episode, we pull back the curtain on motherhood and redefine what is considered "normal" and "typical". With PMADs (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders) being the #1 complication associated with birth and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this is a critical conversation. On today's episode, we unpack why it's so important that we talk more about these conditions, how to do your best to prevent PMADs, and what to do if you or someone you love has symptoms. Aviva, Paige, and Catherine discuss: The definition of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADS) and the different diagnoses that fall under the PMAD umbrella What PMAD taboos still exist today, why this needs to change, and how Roe v. Wade affects these taboos Paige and Catherine's personal stories with perinatal mood disorders and what brought them to the point of specializing in PMADS and opening the motherhood center The kinds of physical and psychological feelings and symptoms associated with PMADs and signs birthing people and their providers should watch out for Why we need to move in the direction of making it mandatory for OB-GYNs, midwives, pediatricians, and any providers who come in contact with newer expecting mothers to begin educating their patients about PMADS and screening for symptoms The effects of the pandemic, social isolation, and potential cultural contributors on PMADS The role of medication and psychotherapy in treating conditions For more information or to reach out visit themotherhoodcenter.com or call (212) 335-0034. Thank you so much for taking the time to tune in to your body, yourself, and this podcast! Please share the love by sending this to someone in your life who could benefit from the kinds of things we talk about in this space. Make sure to follow your host on Instagram @dr.avivaromm and go to avivaromm.com to join the conversation. Mentioned in this episode:Looking for supplements for yourself and your family, including some of those I talk about in episodes? You can find those - and your 15% discount on every order here: avivaromm.com/supplements
Many people don't realize that a neurodivergent diagnosis in childhood can be a risk factor for perinatal mental health issues later in life. Join us for today's conversation with Tiffany! Tiffany Engen is a full-time mom of two young children, a survivor of multiple PMADs, a strong advocate for maternal mental health, a full-spectrum doula, a birth photographer, and a certified perinatal educator (PMH-C). Born and raised in California and currently residing in Arizona, Tiffany volunteers as a support coordinator and peer mentor with Postpartum Support International. She shares the difficulties around her childhood diagnosis, the incredibly negative impact of losing a parent during her first pregnancy, and her battle to overcome debilitating intrusive thoughts during her second pregnancy. Looking back on her journey, Tiffany recognizes how she was operating with insufficient support and community that could have made a difference for her. Show Highlights: Tiffany's story of childhood neurodivergence, intense medications, and ensuing panic attacks Her struggle to get off medications during her pregnancy and postpartum without the proper tools and coping skills Freedom comes when you fully embrace who you are and acknowledge the differences. Tiffany's son's neurodivergence, the loss of her father, and the difficult relationship with her mother Adjusting to intense feelings—without medications to lean on Tiffany's second pregnancy—and the light switch moment that brought the first intrusive thought Grasping at straws, seeing a shaman, trying to cope with OCD, and having only her brother and a best friend for support The difficulties because of insomnia and paranoia Finding normalization through the support of a Facebook friend Internal suffering while covering it up externally The dilemma in trying to find a doctor who would do more than simply prescribe medications Tiffany's path to become the helper and support that she needed Resources: Connect with Tiffany Engen: Website and Instagram Visit www.postpartum.net for resources and support! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Guest: Dr. Stephanie Waggel Perinatal Psychiatrist In this episode: List two things that make a patient susceptible to PMADS (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders). Describe two treatment options for PMADS. Explain what makes the drug, Zuranolone, so effective for treating postpartum depression. This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.
Today I am speaking with Dr. Stephanie Waggel, a mother, physician, author, motivational speaker, teacher, cancer survivor, marathon runner, and founder of Improve Medical Culture. She has a degree in psychology, biology and medicine and has over 17 years of experience working in the mental health field. In 2023, Dr. Waggel became certified in perinatal mental health. Specifically, advanced studies in perinatal psychopharmacology (medication for pregnant people). She feels this area is understudied and pregnant women deserve an educated professional to provide correct diagnosis and treatment. She started a free therapy group and heavily advocates for expansion and integration of PMADs care. We dive deep into the importance of having professionals that can diagnose and treat perinatal mental health, as well as her own mom journey. We talk about: -advocating for maternal mental health -psychologist versus psychiatrist -breastfeeding and medications -when to seek help -intrusive thoughts in postpartum -finding running in postpartum -sports in pregnancy -early education Time Stamps 1:00 Introduction 3:06 where to go and who to see? 10:04 meds in postpartum 14:06 intrusive thoughts 20:01 normalizing feelings 25:35 being a runner 31:53 more moms talking about postpartum 35:24 exercise to navigate mental health 42:30 the fear of losing control 49:38 rapid fire questions CONNECT WITH CARRIE IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/ Website: https://carriepagliano.com CONNECT WITH LISA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvemedicalculture/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/improvelifepllc/ TikTok- www.tiktok.com/@improvelifepllc Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/ImproveLifePLLC/ Youtube- https://youtube.com/@improvelifepllc Website: www.improvelifepllc.com We have a free biweekly anonymous virtual group therapy for pregnant persons + new parents. RSVP for free tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-group-therapy-for-pregnant-persons-and-new-parents-tickets-699860972007 The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms' Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey. This show has been a long time in the making! You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry. If you're like me, you don't have a lot of free time (heck, you're probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST! If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)
In this episode we provide information on maternal mental health and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). We discuss what PMADs are, warning signs to look out for, how to reach out for help, and how others can support someone struggling with a PMAD. Horizon Health Services is here to help and not silence the conversation around maternal mental health. (716)831-1800 | horizon-health.orgfacebook.com/horizonhealthservicesinstagram.com/horizon_healthtwitter.com/horizonhealth1linkedin.com/company/horizon-health-services/
Co-founders and therapists of Rise Wellness Collaborative *and* Bloom and Rise, Aimee Tuck and Jen Burke are hear to discuss all things mental health on the perinatal journey. Aimee is passionate about working with individuals and couples during their perinatal journey (the time from pregnancy through early parenthood). To ensure Aimee provides her clients with the highest standard of care possible, she became Perinatal Mental Health Certified through Postpartum Support International. Aimee has specific training and interest in treating pregnancy and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), birth trauma, and adjustment to parenthood. Jen has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults to address wide-ranging concerns, including anxiety, mood disorders, relationship disruption, and trauma. Jen has specialized training in Infant and Early Childhood mental health, working to support parents and children to form healthy secure attachment relationships. Jen has also taken training on perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International. Together, they co-founded Bloom and Rise, which are boxes that provide essentials, along with moments of joy, self-care, and development. Check out their Nursing Box, featuring kozēkozē's Nip Gloss! Today's episode discusses everything from postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts, to getting the help you need, to challenges second time moms face versus first time moms. On IG: @risewellnesscollaborative @bloom.and.rise _______________________________ Purchase Nip Gloss with code THANKYOU20 Want commission + discounts to kozēkozē products? Apply here to be an affiliate and kozēkozē insider :) Sign-up for the kozēkozē newsletter here. *********** Connect with our host on IG: @garrettnwood Follow kozēkozē on IG: @kozekozemama Podcast Instagram for details on past guests: @kozekozepodcast Follow Garrett on TikTok: @kozekozemama If you like Garrett's voice, check out her meditations here. Email garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kozekoze/message
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders impact 15-21% of pregnant and postpartum individuals, according to the National Institute of Health. As birth professionals, it is likely that you will encounter a client who experiences a mood or anxiety disorder during pregnancy or after birth. We must be able to identify the signs and symptoms of those who may be struggling. For many, their labor or postpartum doula may be the first person they see and speak to about what they are experiencing long before their postpartum follow-up visit with their provider. Join us as we discuss the various ways pregnant and postpartum individuals experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, as well as the statistics surrounding PMADS.
This episode captures a conversation between Dana Hillyer, PMHCNS and Claire, who, this time, plays podcast host and patient/case study. Dana approaches her work with exceptional warmth and kindness and is committed to continued growth and self-reflection. When it comes to helping with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), she is a pro. Dana is a shining example of a mental health professional who is willing to meet her patients where they and walk alongside them and, as Claire shares, this quality of care changes lives. If you could use a little boost of faith when it comes to the state of (maternal) mental healthcare, listen and enjoy.For statewide resources please visit the Linking Infants and Families to Supports athttps://hmhb-lifts.org/
The arrival of a new life is a momentous occasion that often brings joy, excitement, and a myriad of emotions. However, the perinatal and postpartum periods can also bring a host of mental health complexities that demand attention and understanding. To help us understand the nuances of perinatal mental health, debunk some of the most common misconceptions around maternal mental health, and shed light on the intricacies that can impact the well-being of new parents, I invited licensed mental health therapist Elyse Springer to share her wealth of knowledge on this topic. As the holidays fast approach, and people often start feeling the pressure to show up in ways that do not necessarily reflect how they're feeling inside, we hope this episode will normalize some of the challenges faced by many parents in this new chapter of life. References Postpartum Support International (PSI) Return to Zero: H.O.P.E Maternal Mental Health Now Love, Dad Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health Connect with Elyse: Visit Elyse's website Follow Elyse on Instagram You can follow Brandi and her work @deardouapodcast on IG, @brandi_jordan_official IG, and send questions, comments and platitudes to brandi@deardoulapodcast.com. Have a question you want Brandi to answer? Shoot her an email or a DM and she might include it on her next podcast episode! If you are looking for support with your children, you can reach out to us at The Cradle Company for more information on hiring a parenting or baby specialist. If you appreciate Dear Doula, please take a minute to subscribe, rate and review! Audio Stamps 01:18 - Brandi introduces today's guest, licensed mental health therapist Elyse Springer. 02:34 - Elyse does some myth busting around perinatal and postpartum mood disorders 05:03 - Elyse defines postpartum psychosis 07:02 - We find out more about postpartum OCD 10:00 - Brandi asks Elyse how we can tell the difference between someone who is dealing with a mental health disorder like OCD or anxiety, and someone who has embodied the idea that extra worry signifies how much you love your child. 11:25 - Elyse explains what your ACE score is and why it's important to know. 20:00 - We find out what the next steps are if you or someone you know is showing symptoms of a mental health disorder 25:57 - Elyse shares some of the resources that new parents should be aware of that provide support for issues related to mental health.
Maternal health is multifaceted, starting from preconception through postpartum. The mental health component of the motherhood journey is often overlooked, but it is significant to address the societal pressures and expectations that can impact a woman's mental well-being during this transformative period. Elizabeth Baron, LMHC, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and psychotherapist specializing in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), shares insights on the profound impact of social media on new parents, addressing the prevalent notion that everyone is an expert these days. She weighs in on the challenges of parental comparison, emphasizing the importance of trusting one's instincts and fostering a healthy relationship with your partner amidst the trials of raising a child. The conversation extends to the crucial topic of postpartum depression and anxiety, demystifying these terms and providing insights into their nuanced differences. She shares an important concept of "mothering the mother," to empower mothers with knowledge and support, fostering a community that dismantles stigmas and encourages open dialogue about the challenges of motherhood.Tata's Tip of the Week: The impactful use of W-H questions (who, what, where, when, why)Use W-H questions to encourage meaningful and expansive conversations with children. By framing questions in a way that goes beyond simple yes or no answers, such as asking about specific parts of their day or preferences, parents can help children express themselves more fully and enhance their language development.Learn more about Elizabeth's practiceFollow along for more @talkingwithtata and visit Talking with TataProduced by Haynow MediaSubscribe, leave a rating and share with friends if you liked this episode!
WARNING: THIS EPISODE DISCUSSES PERI AND POSTNATAL DEPRESSION AND COULD BE TRIGGERING Wine: 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Fathia Wines BIO: Diana Curiel Bamford, known as Di, is a Maternal Mental Health Advocate, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Postpartum Energy Therapist, and Certified Yoga Instructor in Fallbrook, CA. A survivor of severe Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), she's a dedicated board member with Thrive Wellness Collective and member and volunteer with The Postpartum Health Alliance. After 13 years as an Executive Assistant, Di left her job in 2019 to raise awareness about PMADs, which affect an estimated 1 in 5 women in the U.S. She noticed a significant lack of understanding about PMADs among medical providers and those interacting with prenatal and postnatal parents. To combat this, Di offers PMADs awareness presentations in her community and is currently collaborating with nursing students at CalState San Marcos. She's also writing a book about her postpartum experience, further demonstrating her commitment to improving maternal mental health and supporting those struggling with PMADs. Instagram www.thejourneyofthelotus.com www.thrivewellnesscollective.org www.postpartumhealthalliance.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
About 10% of newborns will spend some time in the NICU, and you probably know at least one family who has spent time there. Join us for an inside look at the NICU with Megan Teague as she shares a vivid story of what caring for babies and families looks like on a daily basis. You will learn how to incorporate information about a potential stay in the NICU into your interactions with pregnant families to make them aware but not overwhelmed. This information can also help you understand the scope of work that goes on in the NICU and how to support families with newborns in the NICU as they navigate their NICU journey. Megan Teague attended Regis University in Denver, CO where she graduated with a BSN in 2005. She has worked at Lutheran Medical Center her entire career, first as a mom/baby nurse and then in their Level 3 NICU for the past 17 years. She has an RNC certification for NICU, is a preceptor, and is a member of the unit-based council. Megan is also a supervisory RN at her children's school, and she teaches several prenatal classes, including CPR/safety, grandparenting, and newborn care. Megan loves working in the NICU because it is the perfect mix of skills, advocacy, education, and emotional support. Listen and Learn: How nurses can be an advocate for the babies in the NICU How family-centered care impacts the NICU experience How nurses and other professionals can respond to the actual needs of patients, including teaching, negotiating, and respecting their needs What key information families need before bringing their babies home from the NICU What Family Integrative Care is and how many take advantage of it How lactation assistance helps make sure NICU parents who breastfeed succeed The impact PMADs have on families in the NICU and other available resources What is “NICU-itis” and how it can be overcome What safe sleep looks like for a preemie in an open crib at home How Recovery Nurse Advocates work with mothers who have substance use concerns What NICU information should be shared in childbirth education classes, if any Resources: Nourish and Bloom Perinatal Behavioral Health Program: peaks_bloomprogram@imail.org or call 303-318-2621 Recovery Nurse Advocates: Michelle Dueto (Michelle.dueto@imail.org) and Stacy Hernandez (Stacy.hernandez@imail.org) Megan Teague can be reached at Megan.Teague@imail.org Related Products from InJoy: Understanding the NICU & Your Baby Curriculum
Picture Copyright © Heidi Hemling - Used with Permission EPISODE 170 Interview with Heidi Hemling, PMH-C, licensed professional counselor from Holding Space for Moms (holdingspaceformoms.com) from the Milwaukee, Wisconsin metro area. We discuss perinatal mental health and support of new parents, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), postpartum mood and anxiety disorders for new mothers and new fathers. We also discuss the importance of expecting mothers, new mothers and new fathers all to be informed of the issues of becoming new parents and how the mental health of new mothers and fathers is affected by the birth of a new baby. If you are expecting a baby, are a new mother or a new father, being informed of mood and anxiety disorders you may encounter can assist you in create a positive impact in your life. Out There on the Edge of Everything®… Stephen Lesavich, PhD Copyright © 2023 by Stephen Lesavich, PhD. All rights reserved. Certified solution-focused life coach and experienced business coach.
Did you ever know someone who suffered from low milk supply? Were they able to identify the root cause? It can be so hard to desperately want to feed your baby, and be unable to do so. For many, this experience can lead to perinatal mood disorders, which many times get ignored even by trusted health care professionals. On this episode Michelle and Lo discuss:The difficulty of knowing whether or not your baby is transferring milkA baby hospitalization for dehydrationUsing donor breast milk Pumping and formula feedingMental Health Screening Tools for all perinatal professionalsTo connect with Michelle find her here: https://michelle-visser-lmhc.teachable.comOr by email: mvisserlmhc@gmail.comHead to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more Milk Making Minutes episodes!To get delicious home cooked meals delivered right to your door in Ma, CT, RI Maine or NH go to the Feast and Fettle Website and use the code MILK for $30 off your first week! Make your voice heard on The Milk Making Community Group on Facebook!Find Lo's website and social media links here: https://bio.site/lonigroshTo purchase books about breastfeeding, birth, or parenting that I love and help support the show, go here.
Today we're talking with Ashley and Chase about their postpartum journey! They lay it all out, sharing their struggles with mental health, including postpartum anxiety. We feel it's important to shed light on PMADs so people know the signs, symptoms, and risk factors. We thank them for being so transparent and willing to use their experience to educate others.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: https://birthbabypodcast.transistor.fm/Intro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify!
Join Sarah and Whitney as they delve deep into the profound and often hidden impact of trauma on motherhood, uncovering how past trauma can influence perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). Explore the heightened risks, emotional triggers, and challenging symptoms that can emerge during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Discover the importance of recognizing past trauma and current abuse, and learn about the empowering role of healthcare providers and support networks in a mother's journey toward healing and resilience. This transformative conversation promises to reshape your understanding of maternal mental health and offer hope to those seeking recovery. Download now to unravel stories of strength, survival, and empowerment.Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos and videosPrevia Alliance Podcast (@previapodcast) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!
Every year, about 1 in 5 expecting and new parents experience symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. While most new mothers suffer from mood swings within the first few weeks, some pregnant and postpartum parents have intense feelings of sadness, worry, anger, numbness, or self-doubt that persist for months. Unfortunately, services are seriously lacking for parents in the United States, particularly when it comes to postpartum mental health. Anchor Perinatal Wellness provides unique and specialized mental health programming for pregnant and postpartum people, including a free, walk-in screening clinic, outpatient services and an intensive outpatient program to pregnant and postpartum adults who are struggling with a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). Anchor was founded by three Latina women who recognized that they shared a passion for expanding mental health services for perinatal people and they opened their program in May of 2022. Today we are joined by two of the founders of Anchor Perinatal, Roxanne Rosenberg, a licensed mental health counselor and Veronica Kemeny, a licensed clinical social worker. Last week, in part one of our conversation with the Anchor team we dove into a discussion of PMADs, lessons we can learn from other countries, and how PMAD's are showing up differently in minority populations. Today in part 2 of our conversation, we dive into what intensive outpatient services look like for those suffering from PMADs, and explore reproductive justice and the role it is playing in Anchor Perinatal's work. Our discussion today included: An exploration of intensive outpatient programs, how it's different, why it's rare in the US What a day in the life of an Intensive Outpatient Program looks like Reproductive Justice defined The first National Maternal Mental Health Task Force and Anchor's role in it Impact on LGBTQ+ communities of recent legislation Thank you to our sponsor: HER Circle Patreon Resources Mentioned in Episode: MAAME PSI International Anchor Perinatal Wellness Sister Song --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support
Every year, about 1 in 5 expecting and new parents experience symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. While most new mothers suffer from mood swings within the first few weeks, some pregnant and postpartum parents have intense feelings of sadness, worry, anger, numbness, or self-doubt that persist for months. Unfortunately, services are seriously lacking for parents in the United States, particularly when it comes to postpartum mental health. Anchor Perinatal Wellness provides unique and specialized mental health programming for pregnant and postpartum people, including a free, walk-in screening clinic, outpatient services and an intensive outpatient program to pregnant and postpartum adults who are struggling with a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD). Anchor was founded by three Latina women who recognized that they shared a passion for expanding mental health services for perinatal people and they opened their program in May of 2022. Today we are joined by two of the founders of Anchor Perinatal, Roxanne Rosenberg, a licensed mental health counselor and Veronica Kemeny, a licensed clinical social worker. Today, in part one of our conversation with the Anchor team we dive into a discussion of PMADs, lessons we can learn from other countries, and how PMAD's are showing up differently in minority populations. Our discussion today included: The struggle of prenatal depression, which is not as widely known What is PMAD's and why is it so pervasive in our society Systemic issues in our country that are stacked against parents An exploration of systems and approaches found in other countries How PMAD's show up in minority communities and the dangers this poses The often unexplored fourth “F” in Fight, Flight, or Freeze Things you can do to make a difference in support for parents struggling through PMAD's Thank you to our sponsor: HER Circle Patreon Resources Mentioned in Episode: MAAME PSI International Anchor Perinatal Wellness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support
For complex, uncomfortable and serious topics, awareness is often the first step to understanding and healing. This is why we started this podcast. Join Steph and Vanessa's conversation with Diana (Di) Bamford about her experience with Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), including severe postpartum depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. Inspired by her personal struggles, Di made it her mission to raise awareness about PMADs and destigmatize maternal mental health. Other topics discussed in this episode: unnecessary medical interventions, birth trauma, 3rd degree tears, and much more. Did you know perinatal depression affects 1 in 7 moms and 1 in 10 dads or partners? It can begin during pregnancy, immediately postpartum or up 2 years postpartum. Let's support our mom tribes and have a deeper understanding of maternal mental health because it affects more of us than we think. TRIGGER WARNING: detailed discussion of postpartum mood disorders FOLLOW DI: diana.c.bamford RESOURCES FOR MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH/PMADs Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/ Postpartum Health Alliance: https://postpartumhealthalliance.org/ Journey of the Lotus: https://thejourneyofthelotus.com/ FOLLOW US: Realmotherfuckerspodcast Vanessa Anderson Stephanie Jucar Cooley DISCLAIMER: This podcast has mature language and content. Moms ears only — don't have this one on with your kids in the room. These are our opinions and experiences as moms, take what you like, or leave it. Don't be thinking we're telling you what to do. Seek professionals, do your research, and call the experts for help. CREDITS: This episode was edited by the geriatric millennial, your co-host, Vanessa Anderson Music by our kids' brilliant piano teacher, John-William Gambrell Art by the creative genius Farron Sanders of FiGS ideation Design --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realmotherfuckers/support
Twenty years ago I found a study that stated 1 out of 3 birthing parents experience birth trauma. It's a pretty shocking statistic. As time has gone by, I wondered if the numbers had improved and perhaps we were seeing fewer parents experience traumatic birth? To answer this and take a deep dive into birth trauma, I invited Kate McReynolds LMHC owner of Root to Rise Counseling onto the podcast. Kate specializes in perinatal mental health and is a mother of two. She is down to earth and gives fantastic support around this topic. Kate defines what birth trauma is, signs and symptoms someone is suffering from it, how it differs from PMADs, how to recover from birth trauma, and how to prepare for subsequent children after a traumatic birth. Unfortunately the numbers of parents experiencing trauma have not improved. I think this is a really important conversation for you to hear if you are preparing for birth or if you've given birth. Kate shares from her personal experiences as a Mom and provides us with an understanding of what support is available to help understand, prevent, and recover from birth trauma. 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
Welcome back to Birth, Baby!In today's episode we will talk about mental health in the perinatal period. We will explore the difference between Baby Blues and PMADs (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders). We will discuss how to decide if you need to seek support, and how to find that support if you find you need it.Our guest today is Cheryl Reeley. Cheryl is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and provides people with effective therapy services specializing in perinatal mental health during pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition to parenthood.Cheryl has been licensed since 2011 and was previously employed as a medical social worker in Urbana, Illinois. During her time in the hospital setting, she provided services to the NICU, OB, L&D, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and Pediatrics. In 2013, she and her family moved from central Illinois to Austin and have been enjoying everything Texas has to offer. In 2021, Cheryl opened her private practice, Cheryl Reeley LCSW PLLC, and has enjoyed making connections in the perinatal and birthing communities.Website: www.CherylReeleyLCSW.comEmail: Cheryl@CherylReeleyLCSW.comPhone: 512-641-9528Links:PHQ-9 - AnxietyPHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) - MDCalcEPDS - Depressionhttps://perinatology.com/calculators/Edinburgh%20Depression%20Scale.htmSummaryCheryl Reilly, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in perinatal mental health, joins Sierra and Samantha to discuss perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). Cheryl shares her personal journey and how she got into maternal mental health. They discuss the difference between baby blues and PMADs, the various types of PMADs, and the risk factors associated with them. Cheryl emphasizes the importance of reaching out for help and finding a therapist who specializes in perinatal mental health. She also highlights the role of partners in supporting someone experiencing a PMAD.TakeawaysPerinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) can occur during pregnancy and the first year postpartum and include depression, anxiety, and postpartum psychosis.Baby blues typically start around day three or four postpartum and resolve around day 14, while PMADs often peak around month four.Risk factors for PMADs include trauma history, socio-economic instability, personal or family history of anxiety or depression, and the transition into parenthood.Partners play a crucial role in supporting someone with a PMAD by validating their experiences, listening to their concerns, and helping them seek professional help.It is important to reach out for help and find a therapist who specializes in perinatal mental health, even if you don't have a formal diagnosis.Please feel free to reach out to us with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, email us with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and review our podcast, Birth, Baby!Instagram: @BirthBabyPodcastEmail: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.comWebsite: https://birthbabypodcast.transistor.fm/Intro and Outro music by Longing for Orpheus. You can find them on Spotify! (00:00) - Introduction (01:05) - Cheryl's Background and Journey into Maternal Mental Health (06:31) - Understanding Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) (07:00) - Differentiating Baby Blues from PMADs (09:50) - Intensification of Symptoms over Time (12:33) - Types of PMADs and Signs to Look Out For (16:27) - The Importance of Partners in Supporting Someone with a PMAD (32:27) - Final Advice and Conclusion
On this week's episode of Parent Tell, Kaila chats with Jaely Turner, a full spectrum doula and podcast host. Kaila and Jaely discuss what's happening in your body during postpartum, the importance of being honest about what the postpartum period entails, and the major ways to set yourself up for success once you bring baby home and postpartum sets in. To those who have experienced it, it's no secret that the entire transition into parenthood is extremely humbling. Keeping that in mind during postpartum will hopefully remind you that it's okay to ask for help, because we are not meant to move through this alone.Follow Jaely on Instagram.Follow Parent Tell on InstagramSupport Parent Tell on PatreonSend Kaila an email with your parenting story at parenttellpod@gmail.com
The Matrescence was born out of a desire to provide more maternal support after personally facing bouts of debilitating anxiety, feelings of loneliness, and in an attempt to seek validation and connection. Cofounders Lauren (RN, BSN, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and boy mom times three) and Megan (a marketing guru and mom of 3 under 6) are on a mission to change the landscape of maternal mental health and to identify its role and importance to overall wellness. The Matrescence is a maternal mental health community providing a space to learn, heal, and grow. In this episode we discuss PMADS, maternal mental health resources, challenges of motherhood, marriage dynamics and so much more! Resources: Preparing For Your 6-Week Check Up : https://www.thematrescence.com/free_resources/6-week-postpartum-checkup/ IG: @thematrescence __________________ Follow Garrett on IG: @garrettnwood Sign-up for the kozēkozē newsletter here. Follow kozēkozē on IG: @kozekozemama Podcast Instagram for details on past guests: @kozekozepodcast Follow Garrett on TikTok: @kozekozemama GET ON THE WAITLIST FOR THE 2nd ANNUAL FULL CIRCLE FEMININE WELLNESS RETREAT If you like Garrett's voice, check out her meditations here. email garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kozekoze/message
Connect with on Nicole on Instagram: @nicole.harlotco Nicole.harlotco.com Nicole Harlot, wife and mama of two boys, Dylan & Owyn and a new baby girl, Genna Rei. is the Founder of the Womb Light Energy Modality and CEO of Harlot Co. As a Womb Guide & Sage, divine feminine energy work and embodiment is her passion and her mission is the support womb'n in the discovery of their inner power and light! She has channeled, created, and founded Womb Light Energy Academy in 2020 and has over 130 practitioners in 6 countries. She holds many certifications in Reiki Energies, Lightarian Energies, Subconscious Mind Practices like NLP, EFT, and TIME Techniques, Hypnotherapy, Coaching and Yoga. She is also a published and best selling author of workbooks and journals specifically designed for womb'n. She is constantly striving to learn more and add to her healing toolbox to better support the womb'n who support womb'n. Nicole has experienced an array of challenges and triumphs throughout the birth of her two boys. She went through fertility treatments and conceived her first through IUI in 2016, then survived severe PMADs after the birth of her oldest in 2017. Which launched her into the maternal support space. In 2019, she naturally and unexpectedly conceived her second and was met with various challenges throughout her pregnancy. She went inward and listened to her body and intuition to overcome them all, and had the birth of her dreams in April 2020. From that day, Womb Light was also conceived and began making its way into her self healing, and ultimately to her clients. Furthermore, she has opened the CAYA RAYN Womb'n Sanctuary for a space for womb'n to Come As They Are & Receive All (You) Need, in all aspects of deep inner work rooted from the Sacral but through a cadence of Release, Reconnect, Reclaim & Rising Together.
The message of today's conversation is that postpartum depression and anxiety don't always have simple, easy fixes. Medications, therapy, and other supports don't help some as quickly as others. In these cases, suffering mothers need to know that they are not alone and that others are going through the same challenges that come with lingering depression. Today's guest shares her story to bring awareness to this issue. Join us to learn more. As a social worker and mom of a three-year-old son, Lynn Wilhite suffers from postpartum depression. She has been struggling since pregnancy, with medications being unable to help her effectively thus far. She has created the Instagram page, My Journey with PPD, as a way of trying to reach other moms and partners with similar experiences. Lynn hopes to bring awareness to the fact that PMADs don't always have an easy fix and loved ones need to support a mother for the duration of her journey. Show Highlights: How Lynn's PPD story began as she planned, with her psychiatrist, adjustments to her antidepressant and sleeping medications to prepare for her first pregnancy How not sleeping for an extended period of time brought on her depressive episode How her son's birth went well, except for the NICU interventions brought on by her medications—and her first dose of “mom guilt” occurred Where Lynn is today–three years postpartum and over 40 medications later How her son had sensory processing disorders and needed several therapies, perpetuating her mom guilt How Lynn tried multiple medications, trying to find something that worked How suicidal ideations and problems in bonding with her son brought additional challenges How Lynn experiences grief, even today, over her guilt and all the things that haven't gone well in her motherhood journey Why Lynn was hospitalized at two years postpartum after trying every medication available in different combinations How a move to a different state left her with a gap in therapy and support How a new medication is starting to lift the depression fog for Lynn and give her cautious optimism What Lynn's current therapy work is doing to help What Lynn wants people to know and hear from her story Resources: Connect with Lynn: Instagram Visit www.postpartum.net for resources and support! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today's show is about the effects of sexual abuse on pregnant, birthing, and postpartum people. This topic may be difficult for some, even though we are not discussing specific details of sexual abuse events; please determine for yourself whether you are ready to listen to this episode or not. You can find all of our episodes available for you whenever you are ready at www.momandmind.com. If you are ready, join us to learn more in today's episode! Deborah Flam is a reproductive therapist in New Jersey. She is also a volunteer support group facilitator and a NJ Support Coordinator for Postpartum Support International. She is on the board of PSI-NJ as the Community Outreach and Engagement Board Member. Her training is in perinatal mental health, infertility, birth trauma, perinatal/infant loss, and compassionate/bereavement care. Deborah also has specialized training on the impact of sexual abuse on childbearing individuals. She has volunteered for the Ocean County Sexual Response Team as a Confidential Sexual Assault Advocate and provided training for nursing and social work students on issues related to sexual abuse. In sharing her personal story, Deborah explains how her trauma history impacted her pregnancy and postpartum experience. She also shares how clinicians can help prepare sexual abuse survivors for their baby's birth and how medical professionals can provide trauma-informed care. Show Highlights: Deborah's story of anxiety that began with her positive pregnancy test and escalated to depression–even though she was already seeing a therapist How she was in complete denial about her pregnancy, feeling like the baby was a parasite in her body How her labor began at 35 weeks in an unexpected way–and she didn't feel anything and was eventually sent home How her 37-week appointment found her in labor again—and her son was born a few hours later How Deborah's postpartum anxiety, depression, OCD, avoidance, and intrusive thoughts plagued her after giving birth How she learned that the pregnancy and postpartum experience can feel terrible What the statistics say about the likelihood of women experiencing physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime Why many sexual abuse survivors feel shame, fear, and fragility related to pregnancy and their medical care How the gender of the baby can trigger fears and strong emotions among survivors, along with the common medical practices related to pregnancy and birth How some survivors are triggered by fear and shame around bodily functions and bodily fluids during labor and delivery How even the sights, sounds, and smells of the hospital can be triggering for survivors Why nursing personnel should be attentive to the passive patient who seems calm and perfect, the patient who is completely dissociated from the experience, and the “difficult” patient Deborah's tips for how medical providers and therapists can show up better for sexual abuse survivors in very simple “workarounds” How Deborah's PMADs experience has led to beautiful healing Resources Connect with Deborah Website Resources mentioned in this episode and recommended by Deborah: RAINN Black Mamas Matter Alliance Time's Up FORGE Anti-Violence Project The Network La Red Survivor Moms' Companion When Survivors Give Birth book by Penny Simkin It's OK That You're Not OK book by Megan Devine Visit www.postpartum.net for resources! I'd love to hear from you! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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