Maternal Mental Health NOW

The field of perinatal mental health, as it intersects with the use of assisted reproductive technology, presents new and evolving legal and ethical dilemmas that we will explore at this year’s conference. Introducing our first Day 1 Speaker: Patrice Le Goy, PhD, LMFT, MBA (she/her) Dr. Patrice Le Goy May 1st | Day 1 - Therapy with Dr. Patrice Keynote: The Journey to Reproductive Justice in the African-American Community (TBC) She is an International Psychologist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and Podcast Host. This two-day continuing education virtual conference, held from 10 AM to 2 PM PST each day, will explore the legal and ethical dilemmas related to assisted reproductive technology that providers of perinatal mental health care may face. Head over to https://lnkd.in/g8WcV99s to register today!

Are you providing care to the?Black?birthing?population in Los Angeles County? Would you like to learn about future rest, relaxation, care, connection, and celebration opportunities? Stay informed here: https://lnkd.in/gjavXgid

?? BIG NEWS ?? Last week, Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas introduced #SB626 to transform California's perinatal mental health care system. This critical legislation will ensure that all birthing people receive the mental health care they need and deserve. This bill addresses a major public health crisis: The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate of any developed nation, and perinatal depression is the leading cause, with 1 in 5 parents experiencing these challenges and only 15% receiving treatment. This crisis disproportionately impacts Black women, people of color, low-income, and marginalized families due to barriers accessing culturally competent care. SB 626 will save lives, reduce costs, and support families throughout California, especially in underserved communities. A huge thank you to Lola Smallwood-Cuevas for her leadership and commitment to this cause! ?? #PerinatalMentalHealth #MaternalMentalHealth @bw4wla @maternalmentalhealthnow @sagebiotech @psi_ca_chapter @policycentermmh

"A Sanctuary for Moms Affected by the Los Angeles Fires" If you or someone you know is a mom who has been affected by the recent fires in LA, Haven For Moms is hosting an event from Friday the 24th - to Sunday the 26th. Check out the flyer for more information.

Looking to be part of the Maternal Mental Health NOW team? We're currently hiring for a Development & Operations Manager. The Development & Operations Manager is responsible for the effective coordination and execution of all fundraising activities on behalf of Maternal Mental Health NOW. This is a remote job however, candidates must live within or close to Los Angeles, CA. For more details about the job description and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gByxUb_J

Looking for ways to show your support during the holiday season? Together, we can make LA County the best place to give birth! By donating even just $50, your donation will help...? ? + Train healthcare providers so that they ask the right questions at the right time of birthing people who are struggling emotionally.? ? + Train mental health care and other providers so that they can provide culturally responsive and informed care to LA County’s birthing people.? ? + Provide English and Spanish-speaeking peer support to LA County’s birthing people as they navigate the system finding resources and care.? ? + Support Black birthworkers who are serving LA County’s Black birthing population through community building and opportunities for rest, learning and joy. ? ? + Collect and share the mutlitude of diverse stories of LA County’s birthing people to reduce stigma and let others know they are not alone.? ? Our goal is for all future children and parents will be proud to say ‘I was “BornInLA”!’? ? Help us reach our $20,000 goal and be a part of making Los Angeles County the best place to give birth. https://lnkd.in/gDszUvde

We are grateful to the Durfee Foundation for awarding us as one of the recipients of the 2024 Durfee's Lark Awards!

Today is Giving Tuesday—a day when people around the world come together to give back and make a difference. It’s an opportunity to unite in generosity and create lasting change.?Your generosity can make an impact today—why wait? Together, we can make LA County the best place to give birth! Your donation will... Train healthcare providers?so that they?ask the right questions at the right time?of birthing people who are struggling emotionally. Train mental health care and other providers?so that they can?provide culturally responsive and informed care?to LA County’s birthing people. Provide English and Spanish-speaeking peer support?to LA County’s birthing people as they navigate the system finding resources and care. Support Black birthworkers?who are serving LA County’s Black birthing population through?community building and opportunities for rest, learning and joy. Collect and share the multitude of diverse stories?of LA County’s birthing people?to reduce stigma and let others know they are not alone. Our goal is for all future children and parents will be proud to say 'I was "BornInLA"!' Donate here today: https://lnkd.in/gDszUvde

We're hiring for a Development and Operations Manager! The Development & Operations Manager is responsible for the effective coordination and execution of all fundraising activities on behalf of Maternal Mental Health NOW. This is a remote job; however, candidates must live within or close to Los Angeles, CA. If you or anyone you know is interested, click the link to get more details on the job description and apply. https://lnkd.in/gByxUb_J

We know that even when screenings are conducted, birthing people might not feel comfortable sharing their symptoms of depression or anxiety. That’s why we train healthcare providers to conduct screenings with care and empathy. ? Now, VCU School of Nursing researchers are taking things further by updating the EPDS screening tool with trauma-informed language.?If you’re a healthcare provider, you can be part of this groundbreaking effort to improve care for birthing people by implementing the tool and helping validate it. Head over to https://epds-us.vcu.edu/ for more information