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  • 24: Beyond the Bump with Kari Earle, Jenna Quigley, and Elizabeth Vaughn

24: Beyond the Bump with Kari Earle, Jenna Quigley, and Elizabeth Vaughn

Tuesday 22nd August 2023

Experts discuss perinatal behavioral health in rural areas, highlighting challenges, solutions, and the importance of compassionate care.
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Supporting New Mothers: Tackling Perinatal Behavioral Health in Rural Areas

Episode Overview

  • The conversation delves into the challenges and potential solutions for providing support to individuals throughout the perinatal periods
  • Guests emphasize the importance of normalizing varied experiences and reducing stigma and shame
  • Solutions such as home visiting, virtual support groups, and transportation options are highlighted to ensure individuals receive the care and support they need
  • The episode concludes with a hope for a societal shift towards more support, compassion, and non-judgmental care for all individuals
  • The guests stress the significance of screening for substance use and behavioral health disorders during pregnancy and the need for collaboration between healthcare, criminal justice, and child welfare systems
The perinatal period is so important for just the launching of child development, and what happens during that period really has an impact on the infant and sets the stage for their early childhood development.
Picture this: You're expecting a baby and live in a rural area where healthcare options are limited. How do you get the support you need for your mental health? In this episode of 'Rural Roads: The RCORPodcast', host Tim Raybult sits down with experts Kari Earle, Jenna Quigley, and Elizabeth Vaughn to dive into the critical topic of perinatal behavioral health.
They discuss the unique challenges faced by pregnant and parenting individuals in rural communities, where access to care can be a real hurdle. The conversation covers everything from systemic issues and obstacles to practical solutions like home visiting programs and virtual support groups. The experts emphasize the importance of normalizing varied experiences and reducing the stigma that often surrounds perinatal mental health. They also highlight the need for comprehensive screening for substance use and behavioral health disorders during pregnancy.
What makes this episode particularly engaging is its focus on collaboration. The guests discuss how healthcare providers, criminal justice systems, and child welfare services can work together to offer better support. They share real-life examples and strategies that can make a difference, such as providing transportation options to ensure that everyone gets the care they need. By the end of the episode, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the importance of compassion and non-judgmental care during the perinatal period.
It's a heartfelt discussion that aims to shift societal attitudes and advocate for more support and empathy for new mothers in rural settings.