Maternal Health Chat with Kelly Rodriguez, LMFT

Not only is May Mental Health Month, but it is also Maternal Mental Health Month, a topic we need to talk so much more about. With that said, this week we are joined by Kelly Rodriguez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health specialist based in California. Kelly, Emily, and Ashley talk about how your mental health can change from pregnancy to the first few weeks after birth (the perinatal period), and into postpartum and parenthood. Kelly shares her own post birth story and her experience as a therapist helping women navigate this new chapter in their lives. We also talk about risk factors and warning signs that you, your partner, and support system can be aware of during pregnancy and postpartum. We share tips and coping strategies and you can find more resources below and on our Instagram, @BecauseWeWentToTherapy. Please note: there is an issue with the audio sound quality for the first few minutes, but after the intros it is resolved! Where to find Kelly: Kelly Rodriguez, LMFT, PMH-C kellyrodrigueztherapy.com https://www.instagram.com/allthefeels.therapy/ RESOURCES: postpartum.net 1-800-944-4773 Maternal mental health hotline 1-833-943-5746 Podcasts:Mom & Mind, Mom Well