The perinatal period (pregnancy, post-loss, through one year after the end of a pregnancy) can leave women and birthing people vulnerable to new and recurrent mental health disorders. Many of us have heard staggering statistics, and seen challenges in clinical and community settings alike. Not only is the mental health of the mother or birthing person crucial to their own health and well-being, but it also impacts the mental health of partners, other family members, and that of their children. 

     The content of this webinar will broadly focus on identification, screening, prevention, and treatment supports for mental health conditions in the perinatal period. There will be an emphasis on why psychiatric support for mothers and birthing persons is crucial to the individual, but also to the health and well-being of the family. Finally, we will offer concrete resources and referrals for community members and interdisciplinary professionals. 

This webinar is for all of those working in the perinatal period as well as children birth to 5 and their families.