S9 E4 Insights on Perinatal Mental Health from PROSPER Leaders: Practical Tips for Educators and Doulas

S9 E4 Insights on Perinatal Mental Health from PROSPER Leaders: Practical Tips for Educators and Doulas

From InCast by InJoy Health Education

September 30, 2025 · 52 min · Season 9 · Episode 4

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This episode discusses the importance of supporting mental health during the perinatal period for birth professionals.

We're diving into a vital topic that touches the heart of our work as birth professionals: supporting mental health during the perinatal period. Whether you're a childbirth educator, a doula, or another type of birth professional, your role is uniquely positioned to offer meaningful support during one of the most emotionally complex times in a person's life. Perinatal Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs) affect 1 in 5 individuals during pregnancy and postpartum—yet they often go undiscussed or unnoticed. In this episode, we 'll explore how educators, doulas , and other birth professionals can create safe spaces for open conversations, recognize the signs of PMHDs , and offer compassionate, informed guidance to students and clients alike. About Our Guests Together, Dr. Celeste St. John-Larkin, Dr. Sarah Nagle-Yang, and Dr. Laurel Hicks , help lead the PROSPER program at the University of Colorado School of Medicine —a free, statewide perinatal psychiatric phone and e-consultation service that supports front-line healthcare providers in screening, assessing, and treating mental health and substance use conditions in pregnant and postpartum patients. PROSPER, which stands for Perinatal…

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Guests: Dr. Celeste St. John-Larkin, Dr. Sarah Nagle-Yang, Dr. Laurel Hicks

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Organizations: PROSPER, University of Colorado School of Medicine

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