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Ep. 45 Mood, Mindset & Breech Home Birth Story with Perinatal Psychologist Dr. Katrina Carrera, Psy.D., PMH-C
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Join us for a conversation with Dr. Katrina Carrera, a perinatal psychologist from Boulder, Colorado to explore what a holistic approach to your mental health looks like from pregnancy to postpartum.
1. Dr. Carrera's Career Path
- From early aspirations in mental health to earning a doctorate in clinical psychology.
- Transitioning focus towards maternal and paternal mental health due to personal insights and professional encounters.
2. The Importance of Maternal Mental Health
- Addressing gaps in healthcare systems where new mothers often feel unsupported.
- Highlighting the need for more specialized training programs focused on perinatal psychology.
3. Lotus Mental Health Group
- An introduction to Lotus’s holistic mind-body-spirit approach.
- Virtual support services offered for prospective parents, those planning pregnancies, postpartum care, and beyond.
4. Navigating Barriers to Support
- Challenges faced by new parents in accessing adequate postnatal care.
- Emphasis on virtual therapy as a solution for overcoming logistical barriers during recovery periods.
5. Community Building & Support Systems
- The concept of "re-villaging" as essential for parental support networks.
Birth Experience:
Dr. Carrera shares her unique birth story—a breech home birth—and how it reinforced trust in her body’s capabilities amidst unexpected changes.
Lessons Learned:
Emphasizes the importance of safety signals from healthcare providers which facilitate smoother transitions through labor and postpartum phases.
For a holistic approach to perinatal mental health:
Connect with Dr. Katrina Carrera:
- on instagram @drkatrinacarerra and @lotusperinatal
- Website: www.lotusperinatal.com
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