Indigenous communities have long held rich traditions surrounding pregnancy, birth, and family. Yet many Indigenous women continue to experience significant barriers to healthcare, including limited access to culturally responsive care and persistent maternal health disparities. In this episode of The MotherToBaby Podcast, host Chris Stallman, CGC, speaks with Chelsea Bellon, MPH, Program Manager at the National Indian Health Board, certified Indigenous Postpartum Birthworker, and advocate …
Podcasts: postpartum depression
Ep. 71: Maternal Mental Health
Psychiatric nurse practitioner, Becky Spencer, PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC, IBCLC, PMH-C, FILCA joins host Chris Stallman, CGC, to talk about maternal mental health, how common postpartum mental health challenges are and what to do to get help. Resources mentioned in this episode: Postpartum Support International MotherToBaby Maternal Mental Health Hub …
Ep. 57: Postpartum Depression, Anxiety and Psychosis
Dr. Katayune Kaeni, aka "Dr. Kat," joins host Chris Stallman to talk about maternal mental health including postpartum depression, anxiety and psychosis. Dr. Kat serves on the board of directors for Postpartum Support International. She's a psychologist certified in Perinatal Mental Health. She works with pregnant, loss and postpartum parents in California. She also hosts the Mom & Mind podcast. …
Ep. 42: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Medications
Dr. Jessica Vernon, a New York-based OBGYN recently featured on the Today Show, continues telling her story of postpartum depression and anxiety (also known as perinatal mood disorders). In this second part of the conversation, she talks about certain medications prescribed during pregnancy and breastfeeding. …
Ep. 41: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Dr. Jessica Vernon, a New York-based OBGYN recently featured on the Today Show, shares her story of postpartum depression and anxiety (also known as perinatal mood disorders). Even as an OBGYN, the often-debilitating condition was difficult to recognize during her own motherhood journey. Dr. Vernon joins host Chris Stallman, certified genetic counselor, to share the lesser-known symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety and when it's time to get help. …

