Jeremy is joined this week by Casey White from the Mom’s Mental Health Initiative (MMHI). MMHI is an organization dedicated to helping birthing persons navigate the many aspects of perinatal health and wellness. Jeremy and Casey discuss the challenges of perinatal mental health, emphasizing the lack of societal support and resources for new mothers, especially those from marginalized communities. Casey highlights the shame surrounding female bodies and the need for better tools and systems that consider diverse experiences. The conversation also touches on the importance of building a supportive community and normalizing discussions about mental health and the postpartum experience.
To learn more about MMHI and their work, head over to momsmentalhealthinitiative.org. Also, be sure to look at the upcoming Breaking Down Silos event that Casey talked about, a great opportunity coming up for learning and community building!
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