Best Women S Health Specialist Podcasts (2025)

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391: “Centering You” in the Postpartum with Elizabeth O’Brien, LPC, PMH-C, and Marianela Rodriguez, Ph.D., PMH-C 40:18

1h ago40:18

40:18

Today, my guests are talking about their new card deck for postpartum folks. Available in English and Spanish, the card deck is called “Centering You” and is a collaboration between these longtime friends and perinatal therapists. In this episode, they will explain what the card deck is and how it can be helpful. They are offering a special discoun…

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390: From Fertility to Parenthood: Better Care for BIPOC Families with Dr. Suzanne Mungalez 46:58

1d ago46:58

46:58

There are internal and societal pressures in making birthing and parenting decisions that are magnified for the BIPOC community. My guest explains how incorporating ancestral practices can be supportive and shares her valuable work and the importance of doulas for people of color. Dr. Suzanne Mungalez (aka Dr. Zann) is a licensed clinical psycholog…

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389: Behind The Sessions: New Year, No Pressure with Dr. Kat 29:55

8d ago29:55

29:55

Today, Dr. Kat discusses the pressures and expectations of the new year, particularly around personal goals, parenting, and self-reflection. She addresses feelings of inadequacy that arise from societal standards and social media comparisons. Dr. Kat emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, manageable goal-setting, and recognizing that perfect…

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388: Eating Disorders, Trauma, and Perinatal Mental Health with Andrea Wetterau, LICSW, PMH-C 39:52

8d ago39:52

39:52

This is an important conversation that affects many women at various stages of life, perhaps none so much as during pregnancy and postpartum. We are covering eating disorders, body image, trauma, and core beliefs. Join us to learn more! Andrea Wetterau is a mother of two and a therapist specializing in pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting, sp…

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387: High-Functioning and Over-Functioning in Motherhood with Tracy Torelli, LCSW, PMH-C 42:40

15d ago42:40

42:40

This episode is packed with useful information for everyone. We discuss ways high-functioning and over-functioning mothers can cope differently with the demands of motherhood. You’ll hear actionable tips and practical advice for anyone who feels caught in the grip of anxiety, whether occasionally or on a regular basis. Join us! Tracy Torelli is a t…

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386: Behind the Sessions: Acknowledging End-of-the-Year Mental Fatigue with Dr. Kat 21:09

24d ago21:09

21:09

Here in the last week of the year, we are wrapping up 2024 and another holiday season. Are you an exhausted mom? You’re not alone! It’s been a busy holiday season complete with all the pressure to be happy, do ALL the things, and present the picture of perfection. Your holidays might have been ugly and imperfect, and now you’re faced with the press…

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385: Empowering Perinatal Care: Redefining Access to Therapy with Amy Lynn Green, LCSW, PMH-C, MH-E, ERYT, Mamaya Health 48:58

22d ago48:58

48:58

Today’s guest is pioneering sweeping innovations in access to maternal and perinatal mental health care, changing the face of care for many women and families. The truth is that too many people are falling through the cracks in our US healthcare system, especially in the perinatal period. Join us to learn what Mamaya Health is doing to help revamp …

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Unfolding IV Iron 18:31

27d ago18:31

18:31

Our guest for Episode 10 is Dr. Amanda Jacobson Kelly, who is an assistant professor of pediatrics in the division of hematology oncology at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. Jacobson Kelly will be continuing the conversation from Episode 9: Let’s Iron It Out, focusing this time on intravenous (IV…

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384: Anti-Oppressive Counseling in Infant and Perinatal Mental Health with Meyleen Velasquez, DSW, LICSW, RPT-S, PMH-C 56:36

29d ago56:36

56:36

This episode covers an important topic geared toward therapists, perinatal mental health providers, and play therapists who want to have cultural humility with an anti-oppressive stance. You’ll learn what this means and how this viewpoint benefits the families affected by our work. Join us! Meyleen Velasquez is an immigrant Latinx psychotherapist s…

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383: Behind the Sessions: The Emotional Process of Considering Medication with Dr. Kat 31:19

1M ago31:19

31:19

A common issue that comes up frequently in therapy is taking medication during the perinatal period. There is much debate and many conflicting emotions about this decision of whether or not to take medication. It’s a personal choice that each person has to make, but we need to understand the emotional process around this decision. Join me for a clo…

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382: Reframing Motherhood through a Feminist Lens with Erin Spahr, LCPC, LCMHC, PMH-C 46:28

1M ago46:28

46:28

In today’s episode, we discuss feminism, motherhood, and how to understand modern feminism, which may differ from how we’ve interpreted it in the past. Looking through a feminist lens can be supportive of moms and their partners. Join us! My guest is Erin Spahr, a licensed therapist, mother, feminist, podcast host, and maternal mental health advoca…

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381: Understanding and Navigating Your Maternity Rights in the US with Daphne Delvaux 50:30

2M ago50:30

50:30

I’m excited to welcome Daphne Delvaux, “The Mama Attorney,” to the show for today’s episode. She’s an award-winning trial attorney and the founder of Delvaux Law, the nation’s first and only law firm devoted to women’s rights at work. She created The Mama Attorney, a platform on a mission to educate mothers on their rights at work and teach them to…

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380: Behind the Sessions: Festive or Frantic? Coping Through the Holidays with Dr. Kat 36:19

2M ago36:19

36:19

There are seasonal themes that come up every year in therapy, and stress around the holidays is always a common issue. The joy of the season and family togetherness come with many challenges. Navigating the perinatal world adds complications to the mix of holiday stress, whether you’re pregnant, a new mom, or busy with older kids; there is a unique…

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379: Understanding Postpartum Depression with Dr. Ewurama Sackey and Dr. Rachel Dalthorp 52:47

2M ago52:47

52:47

This episode offers multiple perspectives from two expert guests on the subject of postpartum depression. You’ll learn how to recognize the early signs and symptoms, how to understand maternal mental health disparities, and how untreated postpartum depression can have long-term generational consequences. Join us! Dr. Rachel Dalthorp is a psychiatri…

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Let's Iron It Out 18:04

2M ago18:04

18:04

In our ninth podcast, "Let's Iron it Out", Our guest is Dr. Amanda Jacobson-Kelly, who is an assistant professor of pediatrics in the division of hematology oncology at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Ohio State University College of Medicine. We will discuss the diagnosis and management of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia.…

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19: 6 Minutes to Calm the Chaos: Affirmations for Resilience and Overcoming Overwhelm 5:35

2M ago5:35

5:35

Welcome to this powerful episode designed to help you calm the chaos and reconnect with your resilience. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out, you’re not alone. This episode combines a grounding meditation with affirmations for resilience and positive thinking, giving you the tools to face challenges with courage and grace. 🌟 W…

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378: Hormonal Shift Impacts on Women's Mental Health with Dr. Katrina Furey 50:58

2M ago50:58

50:58

I'm joined today by Dr. Katrina Furey, a board-certified adult psychiatrist in women’s mental health and reproductive psychiatry. We are diving into understanding how hormones impact mental health in the perinatal period and at other times in a woman’s life cycle. Join us to learn more! Dr. Furey is a clinical instructor at the Yale University Scho…

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377: Behind the Sessions: Anger and Emotional Pain in Marriage with Dr. Kat 32:24

2M ago32:24

32:24

We are exploring a topic that pops up frequently in therapy sessions. Relationship issues are often an underlying factor of other challenges that prompt women to seek therapy. They are looking for problem-solving solutions to help with the pain they are experiencing in their relationships. Let’s take a closer look in today’s episode. Show Highlight…

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376: Finding Sobriety and Helping Others After a Severe Postpartum Episode with Andrea Owen 54:11

2M ago54:11

54:11

Today’s guest shares her experiences through a difficult postpartum journey. Her story covers anxiety, psychosis, and alcohol dependence, but she turned things around to empower women and coach them to be their best selves. Join us for Andrea’s story. Andrea Owen is an author, global keynote speaker, and professionally certified life coach who help…

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375: A Physician’s Journey Through Loss, Birth, and Postpartum with Dr. Phindile Chowa 53:48

2M ago53:48

53:48

We often mistakenly think physicians are immune to postpartum challenges, but nothing could be further from the truth. Today’s guest shares her story of pregnancy loss, traumatic birth, and intense postpartum difficulties. From feeling shamed and unsupported, therapy helped her find a place of forgiveness and a healthy mental space for herself. Joi…

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374: ENCORE: Sleep Deprived Moms with Lauren DePaola, LCSW 43:51

3M ago43:51

43:51

SLEEP, SLEEP, SLEEP! We are talking about a very important topic…SLEEP! We’ve all heard that new moms and parents don’t sleep when they have a baby, but its actually a pretty huge deal. Lauren DePaola is going to give us the information we need to know about how it Impacts us and why we need to be taking a closer look on protecting our sleep as muc…

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373: Breaking Barriers: Transforming Maternal Mental Health Care with Paige Bellenbaum, LCSW 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

You are in for a treat as we hear from someone who is fully committed to the advocacy and activism it takes to make a difference in the lives of new moms. She is relentless in her fight and the scope of her work is far-reaching. I’m excited to be joined by Paige Bellenbaum for today’s show. Paige Bellenbaum is a social worker, founding director, an…

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372: How Undiagnosed Autism Compounds Postpartum Struggles with Lynn Wilhite, LSW 50:29

3M ago50:29

50:29

I’m happy to welcome back a previous guest on the podcast. Lynn Wilhite is a licensed clinical social worker who joined me for Episode 263, Coping with Treatment-Resistant Depression. Things have changed for Lynn since she has recently been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and PTSD. She shares the impact of her diagnoses and how she’s making connection…

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371: Behind the Sessions: Signs and Symptoms of Postpartum Depression with Dr. Kat 32:17

3M ago32:17

32:17

In my therapy practice, I meet with moms at all stages of their reproductive journeys. It is a consistent thing that perinatal mental health conditions sneak up on people. Many new moms don’t know when to be concerned and when to seek help for perinatal depression, which can happen at any point in the reproductive journey and worsen in the postpart…

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370: Severe PPD, Anxiety Healing and Advocating for AAPI Moms 59:56

3M ago59:56

59:56

Join us for this episode with my guest, Dr. Jasmine. She is a mom of one, a clinical pharmacist, and she holds a perinatal mental health certification. As a survivor of severe postpartum depression, anxiety, and insomnia, she has also served as a peer mentor volunteer for Postpartum Support International (PSI). A fierce maternal mental health advoc…

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369: Understanding Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Causes and Impacts on Pregnancy and Beyond 47:15

4M ago47:15

47:15

Today, Dr. Kat hosts Dr. Marlena Fejzo, an expert on hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), a severe form of pregnancy sickness. Dr. Fejzo, affiliated with the University of Southern California and the HER Foundation, discusses HG's debilitating symptoms, its long-term health impacts, and the challenges within the healthcare system. She emphasizes the need f…

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368: Behind the Sessions: Postponing Sleep: Time Alone or Anxiety? 24:19

4M ago24:19

24:19

Today’s episode covers a common problem I see with clients in therapy; it’s the issue of fighting sleep. People are exhausted, running on empty, and not getting the sleep they need. When the kids go to bed, there is an urge to stay awake and get things done or have alone time when your body is screaming for the sleep it needs. During the perinatal …

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367: Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and Navigating Motherhood’s Unpredictable Path with Susanna Peace Lovell 49:41

4M ago49:41

49:41

When the uncertainty of motherhood is combined with caring for a special needs child, the demands can be overwhelming. Today’s guest shares what it’s like to mother a special needs child and fight through postpartum anxiety and depression to find healing. Join us! Susanna Peace Lovell received her B.A. from UC Berkeley. She is an author, speaker, d…

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366: Respecting and Adapting Cultural Practices: Postpartum Confinement with Dr. Kristal Lau, MPH, MBBS, BMedSc (Hons), ELMO 1:08:50

4M ago1:08:50

1:08:50

It is an undeniable fact that our Western norms for prenatal and postnatal care of mothers are very different from other countries and cultures. Even the term “confinement” is not as familiar to most Americans as it is in other countries. Join us as we explore this topic further with today’s expert. Dr. Kristal Lau is a certified European Lifestyle…

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365: Behind The Sessions: To-Do Lists and Self-Criticism: You’ve Done More Than You Think 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

The idea of “not doing enough” comes up every week with moms in therapy who feel like they aren’t getting enough done on their to-do list, whether it’s an actual list or a mental list in their minds. Let’s explore this topic deeper. Show Highlights: The parenting to-do list increases exponentially as you become a new parent. We shouldn’t discount A…

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364: New Beginnings: Tackling the Struggles of Going Back to Work with Dr. Emily Guarnotta, Psy.D., PMH-C 31:23

4M ago31:23

31:23

The transition back to work as a new parent can be a difficult time to navigate, and many factors can have a significant impact on our lives and emotional well-being. Even though the transition can cause anxiety, depression, and heavy emotions, there are ways to prepare and protect your mental health for this transition. Join us for more in today’s…

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363; Life-Threatening Amniotic Fluid Embolism: A Story of Birth Trauma, Survival, and Healing with Kayleigh Summers, LCSW, PMH-C 49:32

4M ago49:32

49:32

Today’s episode carries a sensitivity notice for anyone currently processing a birth trauma. Kayleigh Summers is a licensed therapist, writer, and content expert in perinatal trauma. Through sharing her lived experience as an amniotic fluid embolism survivor, Kayleigh supports families through perinatal trauma. She has created thriving support comm…

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362: Behind the Sessions: The Guilt of Wanting Alone Time as a Mom 26:37

5M ago26:37

26:37

There are many different reasons that bring people into therapy. I often find myself angered by how societal impacts and pressures continue to haunt new moms to the point of making them feel bad about themselves. They can feel stuck and wonder if their feelings are normal or okay. One of the top things that bothers me is when moms feel guilty for w…

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361: Healing Birth Trauma Through Storytelling and Sharing the Narratives of Black Mothers 45:32

5M ago45:32

45:32

Today’s episode focuses on the narrative style of therapy, and it’s a topic that we haven’t covered on the podcast before. We always want to explore new therapeutic approaches and the various ways they can offer healing and support for more women. Everyone needs to know about the different therapies that are available to them. Join us to learn more…

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360: Clinical Hypnosis and Strategic Psychotherapy for Perinatal Mental Health 37:08

5M ago37:08

37:08

Today’s episode is about the benefits of two lesser-known therapy modalities and how they can be used in perinatal mental health. Join us to learn more from our expert guest! Abigail Burd is a licensed clinical social worker, reproductive mental health specialist, trainer, therapist, supervisor, and consultant in the San Diego area. She is also the…

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359: Behind The Sessions: Signs and Symptoms of Postpartum Anxiety with Dr. Kat 33:45

5M ago33:45

33:45

Even though the experiences might be different, there are many similarities in postpartum struggles. It helps all of us to know that ALL of our experiences are real, and no one has it “all figured out.” Thinking that everyone else but you must have it all figured out creates a lot of anxiety in the already difficult transition to motherhood. Anxiet…

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358: Supportive Benefits of Journaling for Postpartum Mental Health with Allie Mirosevic 43:23

5M ago43:23

43:23

Many times, the path to healing isn’t one specific thing but a combination of things, and journaling is certainly one beneficial activity in all kinds of healing processes. Today’s episode will be helpful to you if you are facing challenges and need a healthy way to process thoughts and feelings. Learn more with us in this episode! Allie Mirosevic …

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357: Understanding the Complexity of Perinatal Loss and Grief with Nneka Symister, LCSW 48:25

5M ago48:25

48:25

Perinatal loss and grief are different from other types of grief. In this episode, we discuss how parents can care for themselves during the grief process and why people often don’t acknowledge this kind of grief. We, as a society, do not do a good job in supporting people through perinatal loss and grief. We can do better! My guest is Nneka Symist…

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356: Behind The Sessions: Loneliness and Isolation 29:13

6M ago29:13

29:13

The transition to motherhood can bring feelings of loneliness as life forces a new schedule and new priorities. A new mom’s responsibilities are never-ending, along with the added stress of insufficient sleep and managing a new normal in the household. Our society is set up such that a mom is most often the default parent, and this can lead to a di…

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Reproductive Health and Sickle Cell Disease (Part II) 20:05

6M ago20:05

20:05

In our 8th episode, we continue the conversation from Episode 7: Reproductive Health and Sickle Cell Disease. Joining our hosts, Dr. Sweta Gupta and Dr. Tricia Huguelet, are two guests – Dr. Zachary Ramsay and Dr. Christy Bemrich-Stolz, who share their experience both as researchers and clinicians in treating sickle cell disease. Dr. Ramsay is a ph…

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355: An OB’s Perinatal Mental Health Story and Helping other Physician Moms with Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson 53:35

6M ago53:35

53:35

Obstetricians play an important role in perinatal mental health, and hearing their perspective is always informative. It makes my heart happy to learn that more and more OBs are getting trained in perinatal mental health so they can offer more help to their patients. My guest shares her story to help normalize the perinatal mental health issues tha…

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Reproductive Health and Sickle Cell Disease (Part I) 26:12

6M ago26:12

26:12

Although we have made leaps and strides in the treatment of sickle cell disease with the development of several disease-modifying medications and gene therapies, as physicians we still grapple with basic health issues, specifically for young girls and women, including – menstrual pain, fertility, maintaining a healthy pregnancy, and positive outcom…

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354: Cultural Crossroads: A Japanese Mother’s Journey through Birth, Postpartum PPD Stigma 54:40

6M ago54:40

54:40

My guest today shares the culture shock she felt as a Japanese woman giving birth in the US and experiencing the vastly different healthcare system. Being away from her family was challenging, but she also felt frustrated with postpartum care in the US as compared to Japan. She also shares about the deep stigma of postpartum depression among the Ja…

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353: Behind The Sessions: Venting About How Moms Are Treated 33:02

6M ago33:02

33:02

We would all love to only associate positive things with pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, but that’s just not everyone’s experience. Unfortunately, many people have negative emotions, triggers, traumas, and heartbreak around these major life events. I get mad on behalf of parents, especially mothers, during the perinatal time because of the real i…

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352: Treatment for Perinatal Mood Disorders: Psychiatric Medication 45:05

6M ago45:05

45:05

Today’s episode focuses on medications during pregnancy and postpartum. This topic raises many questions and opinions, and women need more information to understand the options they can discuss with their doctor. Join us to learn more from today’s expert guest! Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, aka Dr. H, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained psychiatri…

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351: Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child with Kelley Coleman 59:17

6M ago59:17

59:17

Parenting a child with disabilities brings a host of unexpected dynamics and challenges. No one knows the ins and outs of this journey better than a parent who has fought long and hard for her own children and used that knowledge to help others. Join us to hear more from Kelley! Kelley Coleman is a feature film development executive-turned-author a…

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350: Behind the Sessions: Ongoing Stress and Healing with Dr. Kat 20:50

6M ago20:50

20:50

Our session today focuses on an ongoing theme I see frequently with women in therapy. It’s centered on how many moms feel frustrated and blame themselves for not doing enough to feel better. There is so much to unpack around this topic. Let’s take a closer look! Show Highlights: We can’t “self-care” our way out of ongoing stress! Fact: Times of tra…

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349: Healing from Perinatal OCD with Danielle Silverstein of Marriage and Martinis 48:22

7M ago48:22

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OCD can be a debilitating condition. My guest today shares her personal experience, including how some medical care can actually contribute to a worsening of symptoms. Hers is an important story for us to hear because no matter how devastating a perinatal mental health condition is, the overriding message is that healing is always available. Join u…

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348: Navigating Parental Leave and Being a Working Parent with Dr. Anne Welsh, Ph.D., PMH-C, RPLC, ACC 48:06

7M ago48:06

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Parental leave is a confusing topic to most of us because there is no uniformity from state to state and company to company. Many parents are probably not getting all the benefits available to them in parental leave because it’s such a confusing system. Today’s guest works relentlessly to help people figure this out and make the most of parental le…

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347: Spicy Soapbox Edition! Default Parent with Dr. Kat 22:30

7M ago22:30

22:30

There is so much more to the perinatal mental health story than just postpartum depression. I’m coming in hot today on my soapbox to speak on behalf of many very frustrated mothers. The problem is that they are the default parent, being 100%, or nearly 100% responsible for taking care of EVERYTHING. What makes me sick is the fact that we haven’t co…

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