EP 10: Better Postpartum Mental Health

Summary

Host:  Laurie Groh, MS LPC SAS

 Understanding and Supporting Moms' Mental Health

The discussion with ⁠Laurie Groh MS LPC SAS⁠ and Casey White centers around the ⁠Moms Mental Health Initiative⁠ started in 2016 by two moms who faced their own struggles in the perinatal mental health journey. 

The initiative aims to assist mothers in navigating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through peer support and resource brokering, bridging the gap to evidence-based treatment. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of addressing intrusive thoughts, the significance of peer support among mothers, and the negative impact of societal pressures on mothers. Breaking down barriers to mental health and navigating the complexities of postpartum treatment and support are crucial aspects of the initiative.

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Moms Mental Health Initiative

00:10 The Birth of Moms Mental Health Initiative

00:51 The Role of Peer Support in Mental Health

02:37 Understanding Intrusive Thoughts

05:31 The Importance of Peer Support Groups

07:58 The Role of Providers in Mental Health Support

15:03 Addressing the Stigma Around Mental Health

20:01 The Importance of Evidence-Based Treatment

24:39 The Periscope Project: A Resource for Providers

29:28 Recommended Resources for Moms

30:12 Conclusion and Contact Information

⁠Mom’s Mental Health Initiative⁠

If you’re a mom suffering from anxiety and/or depression during pregnancy or after childbirth, you’re not alone. Moms Mental Health Initiative is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping moms navigate perinatal mood and anxiety disorders by sharing information, connecting them to resources and providing peer-driven support.

⁠The Periscope Project ⁠

The Periscope Project is a free resource for health care providers caring for pregnant and postpartum women in Wisconsin who are struggling with mental health or substance use disorders.

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⁠Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers⁠

⁠The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality⁠ 

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