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Birth Trauma: Gaps in Care and Advocacy for Change
If you’re one of the many mothers who has experienced birth trauma, you’ve likely battled shame, anger, confusion, among other emotions. Today’s guest discusses her story of birth trauma, including the effects of the experience and the gaps in care that contributed to the trauma. Her passion for advocacy is fired by the desire to prevent similar experiences from happening to others. Join us to learn more!
Birth Trauma: Gaps in Care and Advocacy for Change Show Highlights:
Casey’s story of birth trauma when her son was born 3 years ago
The PP screening at six weeks didn’t show any red flags–but something was wrong.
Finding a perinatal therapist after six months and being diagnosed with PP anxiety and depression
Casey’s anger at what happened to her and how mothers are not being cared for properly
Finding ways to help by “casting a wide net”- Casey chose to write a book.
A closer look at Casey’s postpartum preeclampsia experience (zero symptoms except for elevated blood pressure)
Casey’s overwhelming feelings of failure as a new mom
The realization that things would have been very different had she been better prepared and educated about postpartum challenges.
The impact of Casey’s educational background (in psychology and forensic medicine) on her personal experience
Gaps Casey is seeing in the way our healthcare system treats perinatal care, and the education (or lack of) that mothers are receiving
The major problems with the timing of the “six-week checkup.”
Casey’s overriding goal in writing her book, The Alchemy of Motherhood
Casey’s experience with stigma, rage, and intrusive thoughts
Casey’s vision for a better future for struggling moms
About Casey Keen
A writer, advocate, and mother dedicated to exploring the complexities of the human experience, Casey Keen’s work delves into themes of resilience, identity, and transformation. Whether through the lens of motherhood, mental health, or immersive storytelling, her writing spans both deeply personal narratives and richly imagined fiction.
With a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in forensic medicine, Casey brings a unique perspective to the intersection of mental health, trauma, and systemic reform; has founded an online postpartum support community; and is building a platform that provides education, coaching, and advocacy to new mothers. Casey lives in Pennsylvania with her family, where she continues to write, create, and advocate with stories that inspire and empower.
Resources:
Connect with Casey Keen
Get Casey’s book here
Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov
Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.
You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms
Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.
Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!
If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients!
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