"Something Just Felt Off": A Real Talk on Preeclampsia
In this eye-opening episode, Sarah and Dr. Kevin Shrestha have an honest conversation about preeclampsia—one of the silent but serious dangers of pregnancy. They share the signs every woman should watch for, why your instincts matter, and how speaking up when something doesn’t feel right can truly save your life. Whether you're expecting, recovering, or supporting someone who is—this episode is a must-listen.Dr. Kevin Shrestha MD, MPH, is board certified OBGYN and currently a Maternal Fetal Medicine fellow.Home - Preeclampsia Foundation
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The Fight for Moms’ Mental Health with Jamie Belsito
1-833-TLC-MAMAWhat if one call could change everything for a struggling mom?In this episode, Sarah is joined by Jamie Belsito, fierce advocate and founder of the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance. Together, they talk about the journey that led to the creation of the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, why maternal mental health is a policy issue, and how we can finally stop failing mothers one text or call at a time.More about Jamie BelsitoJamie founded MMHLA in 2019 to prioritize national policy on maternal mental health and currently serves as Director of Policy and Partnerships.A key advocate for maternal mental health, she has helped: pass three federal laws, establish the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, secure funding for state programs, and create the first maternal mental health program for the U.S. military.Jamie represented the 4th Essex District in the Massachusetts general court and is currently the Town Moderator for the Town of Topsfield. She served as: a Trustee of Salem State University, a Commissioner on the Ellen Story Special Commission on Postpartum Depression, and a Board member of the Massachusetts March of Dimes. She is also a former U.S. Congressional candidate, advocating for mothers and families.24/7 Call or text the Maternal Mental Health hotline @ 1-833-TLC-MAMAMaternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance: MMHLA National Maternal Mental Health Hotline | MCHB Fact Sheets — Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance: MMHLA
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Maternal Mental Health: The Number One Complication of Pregnancy
For Maternal mental health awareness month listen in as Sarah and Whitney discuss the different prenatal mood and anxiety disorders that moms experience during pregnancy and postpartum and how they may present. From anxiety, depression, ocd, to ptsd this is a overview episode, to learn more in-depth on each please see in our “What is” series from May 24!Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previaalliance_) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!
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How to Start the Conversation about Maternal Mental Health
How do you start a conversation with someone about the most common complication of pregnancy? How do you talk about anxiety and depression or traumatic birth? Listen in as Whitney and Sarah break down how to approach someone about Maternal Mental Health and most importantly equip them.Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previaalliance_) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!
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How to Navigate Motherhood the "Lazy Genius" Way with Kendra Adachi
In this episode Sarah speaks with Kendra Adachi, a three-time New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and expert on compassionate time management about how to implement her Lazy Genius principles into our lives. From living in your season without resentment to the benefit of therapy this is a must listen episode to “be genius about what matters and lazy about what doesn't”.About KendraKendra Adachi is a New York Times bestselling author, nationally ranked podcaster, wife, and mother (no awards for those last two).Her lifelong attempts at perfection have thankfully been tempered by age and therapy, and now she empowers people to get their stuff done without turning into a tired robot.Favorite things include birds, books, Oxford shoes, and James McAvoy.Kendra lives with her husband of 20+ years and three kids in their forever hometown, Greensboro, NC.The Lazy GeniusKendra Adachi - The PLAN: Manage Your Time Like a Lazy GeniusPodcast #401 How to Live in Your Session (Without Resenting It)Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previaalliance_) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!
There are few experiences as universal to human existence as pregnancy and childbirth, and yet its most difficult parts — perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) — are still dealt with in the shadows, shrouded in stigma. The fact is 1 in 5 new and expecting birthing people will experience a PMAD, yet among those who do many are afraid to talk about it, some are not even aware they’re experiencing one, and others don’t know where to turn for help. The fact is, when someone suffers from a maternal mental health disorder it affects not only them, their babies, partners, and families - it impacts our communities.In the Previa Alliance Podcast series, Sarah Parkhurst and Whitney Gay are giving air to a vastly untapped topic by creating a space for their guests — including survivors of PMADs and healthcare professionals in maternal mental health — to share their experiences and expertise openly. And in doing so, Sarah and Whitney make it easy to dig deep and get real about the facts of perinatal mental health, fostering discussions about the raw realities of motherhood. Not only will Previa Alliance Podcast listeners walk away from each episode with a sense of belonging, they’ll also be armed with evidence-based tools for healing, coping mechanisms, and the language to identify the signs and symptoms of PMADs — the necessary first steps in a path to treatment. The Previa Alliance Podcast series is intended for anyone considering pregnancy, currently pregnant, and postpartum as well as the families and communities who support them.Sarah ParkhurstPrevia Alliance Podcast Co-host; Founder & CEO of Previa AllianceA postpartum depression survivor and mom to two boys, Sarah is on a mission to destigmatize the experiences of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), and to educate the world on the complex reality of being a mom. Sarah has been working tirelessly to bring to light the experiences of women who have not only suffered a maternal mental health crisis but who have survived it and rebuilt their lives. By empowering women to share their own experiences, by sharing expert advice and trusted resources, and by advocating for health care providers and employers to provide support for these women and their families, Sarah believes as a society we can minimize the impact of the current maternal mental health crisis, while staving off future ones. Whitney Gay Previa Alliance Podcast Co-host; licensed clinician and therapist For the past ten years, Whitney has been committed to helping women heal from the trauma of a postpartum mental health crisis as well as process the grief of a miscarriage or the loss of a baby. She believes that the power of compassion paired with developing critical coping skills helps moms to heal, rebuild, and eventually thrive. In the Previa Alliance Podcast series, Whitney not only shares her professional expertise, but also her own personal experiences of motherhood and recovery from grief. Follow us on Instagram @Previa.Alliance
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