Postpartum Planning for Reduction of PMADs with Clients

Presenter: Jerusha Hull, LCSW, PMH-C, subject matter expert for Postpartum Support International | virtuecounseling.com

CEUs: Category 1 | 1.5

Prepare all expectant parents to thrive in the fourth trimester by helping them to spot potential challenges, address anticipated needs, identify their village, and empower them to develop an in-depth plan. Increase your knowledge and ability to support your clients in prevention and reduction of postpartum mood disorders.

This workshop can be utilized for a general audience but is particularly helpful for those building their foundational tools to work in maternal mental health.

Workshop Objectives:

By the conclusion of the class participants will be able to:

1. Explain the potential physical, emotional, and mental challenges expectant parents may experience during the 4th trimester.
2. Identify and assess which expectant parents would benefit from additional planning to be successful in their postpartum period.
3. Apply key steps to assist expectant parents in designing a plan for the fourth trimester.
4. Describe common symptoms of postpartum mood disorders.

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