Maternal Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention

Epi-38-Empowered-Nutrition-Shauna-Rowe

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Our guest speaker, Shauna Rowe, is a registered dietitian nutritionist. Her Jamaican heritage and her mother's passion for cooking sparked her love for nutrition. With a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Studies from Howard University, Shauna has dedicated her career to empowering women, birthing people and their support circles through informed nutritional choices. We’re grateful to have her with us today.​Shauna is the founder of Dixon Dietetics, LLC, named in honor of her late mother, Joyce Dixon—who lovingly nurtured mothers and babies in her home daycare. Shauna's mission aligns beautifully with FOZA's commitment to maternal mental wellness, making her insights invaluable to our birthing community and those of us caring for them.In this podcast, we’re diving into “The Power of Nutrition During Your Perinatal and Postpartum Journey”If you are pregnant or planning to be or you know someone who is, then you are in a very good place to receive some expert information on nutrition as well as dispelling some widespread myths.Some Highlights we’ll cover:
Creating nutritious meals on a challenged budget 
Engaging partners, family and friends
Tips for busy moms to stay on track
Tips for postpartum moms
The FREE Dixon Dietetic Nutritional Check List
The Pregnancy Plate Perfection Program
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Epi 37 Supporting New Moms – Tips for Partners and Caregivers

 
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This is Episode 37, titled Supporting New Moms – Tips for Partners and Caregivers
 
We here at FOZA believe there can never be too much information available to support pregnant people and their support systems. Yes there is a ton of information available, but as we learned at a recent community event, not all mothers get all of the information that may be helpful to them.  And that’s why we have to be relentless in sharing valuable information.
 
Moving along…FOZA is sending a shout-out to Fuller Doulas, MamaBirthdServices, NK-The Whole Mom and VelaHaven These maternal health workers  hosted an Amazing Community Baby Shower Event @ the Huntington Community Center on September 21st in Bowie MD. and  very special thanks to Postpartum Support International MaryLand Chapter, and the many other vendors, speaker and professionals who supported this awesome event, for over a hundred attendees of moms and family who came out. We invite you to visit the FOZA site for an IG  link to view some of the festivities.  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAg-up8JZFe/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
 
In this episode of the FOZA podcast, we’re focusing on the caregivers and the people around expectant moms and new moms, and we hope to expand on the information we presented in our last podcast. In this episode we will highlight many areas. I’ll just name a few:
The Power of Partnership
Creating a Safe Haven for Conversations
Active Listening
Watching for Body Language
Small Gestures, have a Big Impact
The Power of Connections
Here we go….
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Epi 36 Emotional Support - The Benefits to Maternal Mental Wellness

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This is Episode 36, titled Emotional Support – The Benefits for Maternal Mental Wellness
This episode is dedicated to National Maternal Suicide Awareness Week, Sept 9 through 13, and for the entire month of September and Suicide Awareness and Prevention.
I invite you to add to what you hear, discuss what you hear, and share what you believe is beneficial. Awareness is one of our core missions, and we know there are many aspects involved, so even if you know every point that's being made in the podcast, please keep sharing. Perhaps you will touch someone who may not be as well-informed as you are.
Highlights:
Why she may not ask for or accept help
She may feel as if she is burdening others
She may want to prove her independence
She may feel embarrassed or ashamed
She may have had past negative experiences
She may even be unsure of exactly what help she needs or where to look and she want to avoid appearing to be ignorant about a topic we’ve been programmed to believe is “natural”
She may feel she should know instinctively how to care for her baby, and she feels “less-than,” which can exacerbate her feelings of being overwhelmed.
The ACTIONS you can take to help build her trust
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Epi-35-Doulas Unveiled

Welcome FOZA Fans and thank you for joining in on a NEW FOZA PODCAST. This is Episode 35, titled Doulas Unveiled – Supporting New Moms.​We are pleased, honored, and excited to have Lauren Thompson, MHS, join us. She is a co-founder and president of Community After Birth, co-founder of the Doula Alliance of Maryland, and co-chair of Postpartum Support International (PSI), Maryland Chapter. Lauren is a postpartum doula, a mother of three, and a dedicated advocate for expanding postpartum care through support services, education, and advocacy.Please join us as we hope to help bring light and some answers to many questions we receive about the role doulas play in providing life-giving services to moms and birthing people and the ways they work to solidify the entire family during the miracle of welcoming a new member.Highlights:- The primary role of a doula in the perinatal period and postpartum recovery.- The differences between a doula and a midwife.- How a doula can help navigate the transition into parenthood.- Some valuable information a doula can share with new parents.- Options and strategies to pay for doula care. (Doula Funding)- Advice on becoming a doula---------------------------------------------------------Contact
Lauren Thompson, MHS, CPDPostpartum Doula -4th Trimester Family LLCWeb: www.communityafterbirth.orgWeb: www.4thtrimesterfamily.com/4thEmail: Lauren@4thtrimesterfamily.comParent Resources: www.communityafterbirth.org/for-parents/parent-resources-----------------------------------------------------------Thanks for sharing hashtags ... it helps to keep awareness strong #FOZA4PPDAwareness #communityafterbirth #LaurenThompson #4thtrimesterfamily #Share2BeAware #mom_congress #PolicyCenterMMH

FOZA Podcast Epi-34-Unsubscribe-w-DrSaraNett

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In this episode, we have with u,s a Clinical Psychologist, active psychotherapy practitioner, wife, mother, and author, Dr. Sara Nett. 
Dr. Nett (or Sara as we are privileged to call her) began providing psychotherapy during her graduate training in 2004 and received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Indiana State University in 2008. She holds an active license to practice psychology in the state of Maryland and has a licensed practice with PSYPACT (Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact). 
Today, she’s here to share her story with us and her book, titled Unsubscribe: How to Unfollow Your Perfect Mother Programming, Quiet Your Harsh Inner Critic, and Harness Your Greatest Superpower for More Peaceful Living. Stay tuned as she shares her experiences and expert advice.
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Epi-33-Birthing Magic-Superwoman Schema

In this episode FOZA fans, our guest speaker Marie Boone-Clark is the Founder and managing director of “Birthing the Magic Collaborative”, a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing evidence-based, culturally humble education, covering all aspects of pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and infant care.She has served as key liaison to a variety of prestigious medical professional associations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG), National Medical Association (NMA), and National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN).Marie is also the co-founder of Antonia and Grace Motherhood Concierge, which offers a holistic approach to maternal support services.Today, she is here to give us insight from research on a subject that can be obscure, and have devastating effects. The attention is on “Melanated Mamas”; this includes all Black women, femmes, and non-binary persons who identify with Black womanhood.  The topic is the Superwoman Schema- authored by Dr. Cheryl Giscombé. Today Marie is going to shine light on this shadowy subject and tell us how her organization “Birthing the Magic Collaborative” is closing the gaps in disparity by bringing knowledge and understanding to the community. 
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Epi32-Kassy's Kause-No One Is Immune

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Welcome FOZA Fans and thank you for joining in on a NEW FOZA PODCAST – This is Episode 32.
We appreciate you. Each time you tune into a podcast or share a link, you are taking action that helps strengthen our efforts to raise awareness of maternal mental health.
So, thanks again so very much for your continued support.
Today, we have with us Susan Aquayo, CEO and President of Kassy’s Kause; a 501c3 organization dedicated to spreading the awareness of perinatal depression that can be experienced during pregnancy.
The birth of Kassy’s Kause stemmed from the sudden and tragic death of Susan’s daughter, Kassandra A. Williams, who died by suicide …related to perinatal depression.
We focus a lot on postpartum depression, but in this episode, we want to place our attention on the effects of not recognizing and treating perinatal depression and how devastating it can be when not properly diagnosed and left untreated.
Please join in and see why "No One is Immune" and the ways Kassy's Kause helps families that may be experiencing perinatal depression or PPD 
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Epi-31-Bridging the Accessibility Gap for MMH

Hi there, FOZA Fans, and thank you for joining in on a NEW FOZA PODCAST – This is Episode 31. We know from countless moms and even medical professionals themselves that there are barriers to accessing appropriate care for maternal mental health concerns.
On this podcast, we are honored to have with us, Amy Green, the CEO/Founder @Mamaya Health, located in Nashville Tenn, and serving birthing people around the nation through their growing virtual therapy program. Amy is a licensed clinical social worker, an endorsed infant mental health specialist, and a certified perinatal mental health professional.
Tune in as Amy shares her vision of “Bridging the Accessibility Gap with Virtual Therapy.” www.FOZAInc.org - Frie
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We support the children whose parent(s) died due to a depression-related illness. FOZA Finds resources according to zip codes to support postpartum moms and FOZA invites professionals with resources and desire to communicate to join our cause.
FOZA began in 2018 when Christina LaShawn Thompson-Adams died from suicide related to Postpartum Depression.
Christina left behind a one-month old son and "Auggie the FOZA Bear" was created as a comfort and a way to cope with the grief.
If you know of a child who has lost a parent due to a depression related illness, please request a FREE FOZA. To receive more detailed information, make a request at: www.FOZAInc.org Proceeds from the purchase of each FOZA goes to support awareness for PPD and Maternal Mental Health.
 
 

Epi-30 - Plants Relieving Stress

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#FOZA4PPDAwareness - Welcome FOZA Fans! Thank you for joining in on a NEW FOZA PODCAST – This is Episode 30 - Our topic is “Indoor Plants That Relieve Stress and Anxiety.”
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With anxiety creeping into both our professional and personal lives, stress can take its toll on our minds our bodies and, even our spirits. Especially for moms and birthing people, we’re looking at 8 indoor plants with a variation of more than 20 characteristics that can help ease anxiety and stress at work and home. Remember you are your own best advocate so before bringing in any plant do the research and speak with your local gardening center.
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Podcast Epi-29 - Holistic Ways to manage Postpartum Depression

Listen in as Dr. Bill Sears, a nationally known pediatrician, father of eight, and author, with guest appearances on more than 100 media platforms including the cover of TIME magazine, as he shares NEW information about “Holistic Ways to manage Postpartum Depression.”