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AAPI Series: Birthing Mental Health Equity and How to Advocate For the Best Birth Outcome
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In this episode, we speak with Shanaz Ikonne, a licensed professional counselor, to discuss maternal mental health, specifically for women of color. Shanaz shares her own traumatic birthing experience and how it shifted her focus to advocating for birth equity and supporting women through their birthing journeys. She discusses issues like implicit bias in healthcare, microaggressions, and the importance of advocacy, providing valuable insights for both individuals, partners, and therapists. Shanaz also offers practical advice for therapists on how to support their clients during this vulnerable time and highlights resources available for further assistance. Shanaz Ikonne’s Contact:
Email - [email protected]
Facebook - facebook.com/shanazlpc
Tiktok - @shanazikonne
Resources:
Postpartum E-guide - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIrqWvwJUJCh3dg2pHeTStocDf9kQBjbrNr9JpdCWxlblqxg/viewform
Mama Sana - https://www.msvwatx.org/
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Music Samples:
Intro 1 by Kalpesh Ajugia - Soft Rock Instrumental
Intro 2 by Mikhail Smusev - Heroic Quest
Outro by Alex Kizenkov - Inspirational Cinematic Adventure
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