Perinatal & Reproductive Perspectives
Welcome to Perinatal and Reproductive Perspectives, the podcast that empowers individuals and professionals navigating the complex world of perinatal and reproductive health. Hosted by a healthcare expert, this show dives deep into evidence-based practices, holistic approaches, and personal experiences to help birthing individuals, their partners, and health professionals thrive. Whether you're preparing for parenthood, supporting a loved one, or working in the field, our episodes provide actionable insights, relatable stories, and expert advice. Join us to explore topics like mental health, reproductive and perinatal rights, cultural competence, and the latest innovations in care. Together, we’ll foster understanding, equity, and growth in every aspect of this transformative journey.
Listen, learn, and connect as we build a community dedicated to empowering lives through knowledge and compassion.
Episodes
11 episodes
Unexpected Single Motherhood: Melting Imposter Syndrome Through Purpose
Nicole shares her wisdom melting shame and imposter syndrome amidst multiple life transitions; divorce, starting a company, and an unexpected transition to single motherhood. Nicole Manstrangelo traded in her successful corporate ca...
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Episode 11
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48:03
The Motherhood Survival Manual: A Perinatal Physician's Approach to Preventing PMADs
Dr. Jill Zechowy, MD, MS, is a perinatal mental health physician. Motivated by her own struggle with postpartum anxiety, she combines her knowledge of perinatal psychology and family medicine to help pregnant women and mothers thrive. ...
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Episode 10
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45:47
The Mindset Tapestry: Treating PMADs with a Healthy Mindset
Deanna Blasi DeAndino is the founder and CEO of The Mindset Tapestry, an educational children’s brand designed to help children develop healthy mindsets and empower caregivers to raise emoti...
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Episode 9
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28:14
The Basics of Infertility: How Fertility & Reproductive Counseling Offers Hope
Dr. Amy Balete walks the audience through the basics of infertility and outlines how fertility and reproductive counseling can offer hope through a safe counseling space. She covers a wide gamut of topics such as primary and secondary infertili...
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Episode 8
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42:22
The Motherhood Village: The Power of Community, Empathy, and Self-Advocacy
Nicole Gonzalez-Cumberbatch is the Founder of The Motherhood Village and shares her journey toward creating a thriving organization which supports mothers. The creation of The Motherhood Village stems from her bumpy transition not only to mothe...
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Episode 7
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44:51
Subtle Shifts in Healing from Vaginal and Rectal Prolapse
Colleen Avis is an award-winning author and life coach helping others unlock their potential and create sacred spaces where authenticity, confidence, and joy thrive. With over a decade of expertise and a deeply personal healing journey, she emp...
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Episode 6
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49:17
Beyond Postpartum Depression: Meaning Making Amidst Colic, Gestational Diabetes, and Pubis Symphysis Dysfunction
Courtney is a postpartum depression survivor, wife, mom, and a writer who believes firmly that sharing our stories can greatly impact the lives of others. Courtney became a mom in early 2020, and her experiences with postpartum depression, post...
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Episode 5
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53:15
Maternal Mental Health: Pioneering Better Access to Telehealth
Dr. Emily Guarnotta is pioneering telehealth for maternal mental health. As the co-founder of Phoenix Health, Dr. Guarnotta leads a practice dedicated to providing online therapy for maternal mental health concerns, infertility, and grief. She ...
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Episode 4
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36:43
A Complex Perinatal Journey: Beyond Postpartum and Movement Toward Healing & Recovery
Celeste Brinkerhoff is a certified peer support specialist and holistic health coach dedicated to assisting individuals in achieving mental and physical well-being. She offers personalized coaching services through her platform, Mentally Real, ...
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Episode 3
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42:48
Comprehensively Supporting Parents Beyond Six Weeks: The Mama Coach Covers Top Postpartum Tips.
Ashli Daley shares her comprehensive approach to healthily transitioning to parenthood. As an experienced Registered Nurse, Ashli shares her value in having a trusted support network. Ashli shares her expertise in and mission for prenatal ...
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Episode 2
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42:15
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders: What to Look for When Screening.
PMAD: The importance of screening early and often cannot be understated. Not only does it prevent suffering but offers an economic argument. In this episode, Lynn Ingram McFarland shares her expertise on how and w...
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Episode 1
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42:47