Beste Perinatal podcaster (2025)

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Behind the Mic: How Perinatal & Reproductive Perspectives Came to Life 49:05

10d ago49:05

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In this special episode, we turn the mic toward the voice behind Perinatal & Reproductive Perspectives. Host and founder Becky Morrison Gleed, LMFT, shares the story of how this podcast came to be—rooted in her clinical work, her deep commitment to perinatal mental health, and her desire to elevat…

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Decoding Fertility: Inside the Mind of a Reproductive Endocrinologist 56:22

24d ago56:22

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Lucy Chen, a renowned reproductive endocrinologist to unpack the science, emotions, and evolving landscape of modern fertility care. Dr. Chen shares her expert perspective on the most common fertility challenges she sees today, how reproductive me…

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After the Negative Test: So Now What? 1:10:37

1M ago1:10:37

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In this heartfelt episode, Lana Manikowski opens up about her deeply personal journey through infertility — from years of hope and disappointment to ultimately redefining what it means to live a fulfilled life without children. Lana shares how she turned grief into growth, creating a space for wom…

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The Lie of Perfection: Reaching Maternal Wisdom 49:22

2M ago49:22

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Motherhood is often portrayed as pure joy and unconditional love—but what about the moments of doubt, frustration, or even resentment that many parents quietly experience? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Margo Lowy, psychoanalytic psychotherapist and author of The Maternal Experience: Encount…

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The Root of It All: Functional Nutrition for Fertility, Pregnancy & Beyond 50:09

2M ago50:09

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Brandy Cummings, DCN—a former blackjack dealer turned clinical nutritionist who's anything but conventional. Dr. B shares her deeply personal journey through illness, infertility, and being overlooked by the medical system—experiences that ultimately …

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Inclusive Beginnings: Mental Health Advocacy with Dr. Fisher 43:35

3M ago43:35

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sheehan Fisher, an Associate Professor and perinatal clinical psychologist at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher, who also serves as the Associate Dean for Academic Environment and Success at The Graduate School, dives deep into his…

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From Partners to Parents: A Gottman Perspective 1:01:35

3M ago1:01:35

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Becoming parents is one of life’s most joyful—and most challenging—transitions. Research shows that two-thirds of couples experience a significant dip in relationship satisfaction after the birth of a child. The Bringing Baby Home program, developed by world-renowned relationship experts Drs. John…

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Below the Belt, Above the Norm: A Gyn Oncologist's Perspective 54:43

4M ago54:43

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In this episode, we're joined by the remarkable Dr. Ruchi Garg, newly appointed Chief Medical Officer of Fairview Park Hospital, part of the HCA Healthcare system. With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Garg brings deep expertise in gynecologic oncology, women’s health, and digital health …

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When Motherhood Doesn't Come: The Other Side of the Story Part II 36:49

4M ago36:49

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In Part Two of our conversation with Debbie, we delve deeper into the emotional aftermath of involuntary childlessness and what it means to reclaim identity and purpose beyond motherhood. Debbie shares how her healing journey evolved over time—from silent grief and societal pressure to finding emp…

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When Motherhood Doesn't Come: The Other Side of the Story Part I 1:03:51

4M ago1:03:51

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. After coming to terms with the end of her journey to motherhood, Debbie has spent years processing the emotional impact of being labeled “childless” in a society that often idealizes parenthood. Her recent work focuses on sharing her personal experience and raising awareness about the prevalence a…

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The Pelvic Floor Files: Restoring Balance with a Urogynecologist Dr. Maria Canter 1:01:17

5M ago1:01:17

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Dr. Maria Canter is double board-certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery as well as Obstetrics and Gynecology—making her one of the first surgeons in the country to hold both certifications. Known for her thoughtful and individualized approach, Dr. Canter takes the time to u…

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Leading with Lived Experience: Perinatal Mental Health, Peer Support, and Hope with Wendy Davis, CEO of Postpartum Support International 1:15:00

5M ago1:15:00

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Wendy Davis, PhD, PMH-C, is the President and CEO of Postpartum Support International (PSI), an organization dedicated to supporting the mental health of people during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Under her leadership, PSI connects families with resources, offers professional training, and…

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47 | Rachel - pregnancy, depression, anxiety, medication, psychiatry, talk therapy, community mental health team 59:43

5M ago59:43

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As a paramedic, Rachel spent many years supporting others through medical and mental health emergencies. And although she was trained to recognise the signs of mental ill health in others, it was something she never imagined she would experience herself - that is, until she fell pregnant. Known for being someone who doesn’t cry, Rachel was unexpect…

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Reproductive Acupuncture: Calming the Nervous System to Support Fertility 43:40

6M ago43:40

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Nicole Lange LicAc MAOM founded Life Healing Life in Minneapolis, MN with a revolutionary approach to healthcare that transcends the traditional "doctor fixes patient" model. As an acupuncturist and practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine and third generation entrepreneur, Nicole embraces a u…

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Episode #7: Verana Faye Bailowitz 51:18

6M ago51:18

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Verana is the owner of Embody Your Birth in the San Francisco Bay Area. She serves as a full-spectrum doula, childbirth educator, Archetypical Astrologer, and creativity ally. She is also a poet, dancer, songwriter, and traveler of the globe. Her work as a doula and astrologer are deeply interconnected. Guided in her work by the collective dream fo…

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Navigating Reproductive Mental Wellness: Oophorectomy, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) 1:10:52

6M ago1:10:52

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Dana is a dedicated literacy educator, passionate social justice advocate, and resilient survivor of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Her personal and professional journey reflects a profound commitment to both individual healing and community empowerment. Despite long-held aspirations of b…

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46 | Lisa - depression, PTSD, rage, insomnia, talk therapy, EMDR, IFS, meditation, neurofeedback, Maternal Journal 1:01:41

6M ago1:01:41

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Trauma isn’t always about what happened - sometimes it’s about what didn’t. Lisa already felt anxious and lonely navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum in a new country without the safety net of family or maternity care in her mother tongue. But this sense of isolation was only compounded by the absence of safety, connection, and support when …

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Maternal Suicide: A Mother's Reflection on Perinatal Depression 48:24

7M ago48:24

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Susan Aguayo was born in Peru and immigrated to New York at the age of five. As the eldest of three siblings, she quickly adapted to her new environment, learning English to connect with others. Following the birth of her younger sister and her parents' separation, Susan took on a leadership role …

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45 | Amber-Lee - PTSD, anxiety, depression, rage, birth trauma, talk therapy, helplines, group therapy, breathwork, EMDR, Women's Circles 1:02:24

7M ago1:02:24

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When Amber-Lee found herself unexpectedly pregnant, she knew life was about to change - but nothing could have prepared her for the profound impact that a complicated pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period would have on her mental health. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Amber-Lee from @thepowerofbirth and host of Can We Talk About This? wh…

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Chasing the Rainbows: Creating Community in the Aftermath of Grief 1:01:16

7M ago1:01:16

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. This episode features Bernice Quesenberry, CEO and Founder of Chasing the Rainbows. This is a heartfelt and empowering episode that dives deep into trauma, healing, and hope, covering reproductive conditions, pregnancy loss, secondary infertility, and infant loss. Bernice is a certified trauma-inf…

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44 | Natalie - insomnia, anxiety, quasi-hallucination, CATT, medication, psychiatric ward, hypnotherapy, Hospital in the home (HITH), MBU, talk therapy 55:40

7M ago55:40

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Just when she thought the debilitating anxiety of her pregnancy was behind her, Natalie found herself pushed to the brink by insomnia. What began as ten sleepless nights quickly unravelled into terrifying hallucinations and inescapable panic that she would never be able to sleep again. In this raw and deeply moving episode, we sit with Natalie for …

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Unexpected Single Motherhood: Melting Imposter Syndrome Through Purpose 48:03

8M ago48:03

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Nicole shares her wisdom melting shame and imposter syndrome amidst multiple life transitions; divorce, starting a company, and an unexpected transition to single motherhood. Nicole Manstrangelo traded in her successful corporate career in luxury sales and marketing to join her parents in ownershi…

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43 | Natalie - pregnancy, anxiety, insomnia, quasi-hallucination, Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team (CATT) 57:08

8M ago57:08

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Like so many of us with antenatal anxiety, Natalie downplayed her symptoms and clung to the belief that she would find relief from the all-consuming worry and insomnia when her baby was finally in her arms. But instead of finding relief after birth, Natalie’s symptoms only grew stronger. In this heartfelt episode, Natalie shares in excruciating det…

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Britt Fohrman 44:47

8M ago44:47

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Britt Fohrman is a doula, embodiment coach, birth educator and photographer. For more than two decades she has been holding space for women standing at the threshold of life’s most profound transitions: becoming a mother; healing from illness, injury or loss; stepping into sexual power and opening to new beginnings. She weaves her training as a VIT…

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The Motherhood Survival Manual: A Perinatal Physician's Approach to Preventing PMADs 45:47

8M ago45:47

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Dr. Jill Zechowy, MD, MS, is a perinatal mental health physician. Motivated by her own struggle with postpartum anxiety, she combines her knowledge of perinatal psychology and family medicine to help pregnant women and mothers thrive. Dr. Jill is the author of Motherhood Survival Manual: Your Pren…

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42 | Kristy - depression, birth trauma, anxiety, history of mental ill health, ADHD, medication, GP, talk therapy, psychiatry 1:03:26

8M ago1:03:26

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Whenever Kristy struggled with anxiety or depression in the past, she coped by keeping herself busy. Even when she endured years and years of IVF and ICSI, she coped by keeping herself busy. But when she experienced birth trauma and a sudden decline in her mental health during postpartum, none of her previous coping mechanisms could be relied on. I…

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The Mindset Tapestry: Treating PMADs with a Healthy Mindset 28:14

9M ago28:14

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Deanna Blasi DeAndino is the founder and CEO of The Mindset Tapestry, an educational children’s brand designed to help children develop healthy mindsets and empower caregivers to raise emotionally resilient and authentically supported children. As an educator, mother, and passionate advocate for m…

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41 | Chloe - melancholic depression, anxiety, birth trauma, insomnia, history of mental ill health, MBU, ECT, medication, psychiatry, talk therapy 52:04

9M ago52:04

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It’s nearly impossible to think about Chloe’s story without thinking about all the places where she navigated the worst of her anxiety and melancholic depression: the hospital where she was left parenting in a traumatised body after a retained placenta; the inner-city Sydney suburb where, shockingly, she could not access any maternity support servi…

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The Basics of Infertility: How Fertility & Reproductive Counseling Offers Hope 42:22

9M ago42:22

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Dr. Amy Balete walks the audience through the basics of infertility and outlines how fertility and reproductive counseling can offer hope through a safe counseling space. She covers a wide gamut of topics such as primary and secondary infertility, PCOS, hysterectomies, pregnancy loss, and various …

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40 | Dayna - birth trauma, PTSD, D-MER, anxiety, panic attacks, talk therapy, medication 1:20:32

9M ago1:20:32

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Dayna’s story really gives meaning to the phrase one thing after another. When she birthed her son, there was no golden hour or newborn bubble, which is something she’s still grieving. Instead, there was an emergency c-section, a dystonic reaction, mistreatment from hospital staff, over 30 hours of separation from her baby, and a special care nurse…

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The Motherhood Village: The Power of Community, Empathy, and Self-Advocacy 44:51

9M ago44:51

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Nicole Gonzalez-Cumberbatch is the Founder of The Motherhood Village and shares her journey toward creating a thriving organization which supports mothers. The creation of The Motherhood Village stems from her bumpy transition not only to motherhood but to working motherhood. She highlights the po…

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39 | Chloe - postpartum psychosis, mania, insomnia, depression, medication, PIMHS, psychiatry, talk therapy, occupational therapy, FB support groups, virtual mum's group 59:55

10M ago59:55

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With a family history of postpartum depression, Chloe thought she knew what signs and symptoms to look out for when it came to perinatal mental illness. But, as she says, she didn’t know about the ‘opposite side’. Immediately after birth, Chloe couldn’t sleep, and within five days, she was experiencing a psychotic episode - or what she calls, ‘the …

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Subtle Shifts in Healing from Vaginal and Rectal Prolapse 49:17

10M ago49:17

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Colleen Avis is an award-winning author and life coach helping others unlock their potential and create sacred spaces where authenticity, confidence, and joy thrive. With over a decade of expertise and a deeply personal healing journey, she empowers clients to connect with their emotions, navigate…

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Beyond Postpartum Depression: Meaning Making Amidst Colic, Gestational Diabetes, and Pubis Symphysis Dysfunction 53:15

10M ago53:15

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Courtney is a postpartum depression survivor, wife, mom, and a writer who believes firmly that sharing our stories can greatly impact the lives of others. Courtney became a mom in early 2020, and her experiences with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and becoming a parent during the COVID…

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38 | Sophie - depression, psychosis, psychiatric hospital, MBU, medication, TMS, Circle of Security 1:07:38

10M ago1:07:38

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There are SO many parts of Sophie’s story that I want to emphasise. Like how depression made Sophie feel so numb that she didn’t know what to say when a nurse asked her if she loved her daughter. Or like how intrusive thoughts made her feel so scared that she didn’t want to go near her baby. Or like how the symptoms of psychosis made her feel so co…

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Maritday Rodriguez 41:59

10M ago41:59

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Maritday Rodriguez is a Doula, Maven, Ceremonialist, and Keeper of Ancient Ways, she walks the path of her Taino ancestors, embracing their indigenous heritage and practices. For over 25 years, She has immersed herself in teachings and practices related to women’s empowerment, nutrition, energy and herbal medicine, holistic skincare, natural health…

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Maternal Mental Health: Pioneering Better Access to Telehealth 36:43

11M ago36:43

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Dr. Emily Guarnotta is pioneering telehealth for maternal mental health. As the co-founder of Phoenix Health, Dr. Guarnotta leads a practice dedicated to providing online therapy for maternal mental health concerns, infertility, and grief. She dives into her own struggle with postpartum depression…

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37 | Sarah - anxiety, depression, insomnia, medication, social worker, PIMHS, MBU, Mum for Mum, FB Group 1:10:50

11M ago1:10:50

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Sarah put on a brave face for the first three months of Isla's life but behind closed doors, the all-consuming anxiety was only getting worse. It wasn't until her husband was home over Christmas that she could no longer hide the severity of the illness and she finally said 'I need serious help'. Many things stand out to me about Sarah's story: the …

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A Complex Perinatal Journey: Beyond Postpartum and Movement Toward Healing & Recovery 42:48

11M ago42:48

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Celeste Brinkerhoff is a certified peer support specialist and holistic health coach dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving mental and physical well-being. She offers personalized coaching services through her platform, Mentally Real, focusing on integrative and complementary approaches t…

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Comprehensively Supporting Parents Beyond Six Weeks: The Mama Coach Covers Top Postpartum Tips. 42:15

11M ago42:15

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Ashli Daley shares her comprehensive approach to healthily transitioning to parenthood. As an experienced Registered Nurse, Ashli shares her value in having a trusted support network. Ashli shares her expertise in and mission for prenatal education, postpartum and newborn support, lactation and fe…

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Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders: What to Look for When Screening. 42:47

11M ago42:47

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Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. Thanks for stopping by! We'd love to hear from you. In this episode, Lynn Ingram McFarland explores the crucial role of screening for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, highlighting why early detection matters for both families and communities. Discover the significant economic impact of timely…

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Ariela Sharon 44:44

1y ago44:44

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Ariela Sharon is a spiritual childbirth coach and ritualist, living in Jerusalem. She brings a deep understanding of the divine feminine and Judaic spiritual wisdom to her birth work. This interview contains many nuggets of practical ways to integrate spirituality and ceremony in our birth work and lives. Each of us, podcast hosts, has a Jewish blo…

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Studying Perinatal Well-being with Dr. Karlene Cunningham, PhD (Offered in English) 29:13

1y ago29:13

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This month’s podcast features an insightful interview with Dr. Karlene Cunningham, who leads essential support for birthing individuals of color. Her work with doulas highlights the importance of recognizing and uplifting the talents and gifts that communities already offer to birthing people. Dr. Cunningham also discusses how her early research on…

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Studying Perinatal Well-being with Dr. Cindy H. Liu (offered in English) 44:27

1y ago44:27

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This month's MONA podcast guest is Dr. Cindy H. Liu, who examines the critical experiences of adolescents and college students to understand complex developmental and cultural experiences. Dr. Liu shares findings from a COVID-19-related study highlighting how unexpected residential moves affected college students’ mental health. We also hear about …

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Elizabeth Theriault 39:16

1y ago39:16

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In this interview with Elizabeth Theriault, ASW, MPH and perinatal ceremonialist from Petaluma, California, we discuss how the enormity of growing a life and the grief of not being met or supported by our culture called her to the inner connections and community that ceremonies offer. She describes how her husband who was a ritualist designed a ble…

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Gena McCarthy 42:09

1y ago42:09

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In this conversation with Gena McCarthy, RN, Perinatal Psychotherapist, Certified EMDR provider, community organizer and developer of integrative health programs and networks for nearly 40 years, we explore the importance of spiritual and psychological preparation to move powerfully through the transformative initiatory experiences that pregnancy a…

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Sandra Lloyd 43:36

1+ y ago43:36

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Sandra Lloyd is a Shamanic Hypnotherapist, birth worker, and ceremonialist. She received expert training in Depth Hypnosis, Shamanism, Buddhist Psychology, Energy Medicine and Hypnotherapy at The Foundation of the Sacred Stream in Berkeley, CA. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology. Sandra's path of healing service has bee…

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Perinatal Ceremonies Promo 1 1:16

1+ y ago1:16

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This Podcast shares stories of practice and wisdom from perinatal ceremonialists living in our communities and all over our earth. These stories are of women returning to an understanding and honoring of their own power. They help us welcome our babies as the unique precious beings they are and support them to be ready to continue the weaving of ou…

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Studying Perinatal Well-being with Dr. Bruma Palacios Hernández (offered in Spanish, Ofrecido en español) 1:03:32

1+ y ago1:03:32

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Acompáñenos este mes para un podcast informativo y muy relevante. La Dra. Palacios Hernández brinda información invaluable sobre la salud mental perinatal en México, incluidos los efectos de los desastres naturales, la pandemia y los factores contextuales. También aborda la importancia de crear espacios seguros y promover el apoyo social para reduc…

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36 | Ariane - postpartum psychosis, hypomania, depression, MBU, psychiatric hospital, psychiatry, medication 52:33

1+ y ago52:33

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For over a year, Ariane hid the true severity of her symptoms and tried so hard to portray a choreographed image of the good, responsive mother who kept it all together. Motherhood was the performance of her life… until it wasn't. The stage makeup and sparkles fell away when her symptoms escalated and she had to be admitted to a general psychiatric…

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