This episode features a discussion with care coordinators Carrie Martinez-Wolf and Eric Christensen from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. The conversation illuminates the role of care coordinators in connecting Utah families with children, especially those ages zero to eight and those with special needs, to a plethora of resources. These resources range from developmental supports to basic needs like food and housing, all offered free of charge and accessible to anyone in need, without regard to immigration status or location within Utah. The care coordinators emphasize the importance of making these resources known to families and providers, highlighting their role in facilitating connections to services such as early intervention, home visiting programs, SNAP, and TANF, among others. The episode aims to spread awareness about the available support and underline the message that families are not alone in addressing their challenges.If you would like to connect with Care Coordinators, start by contacting them through one of three ways:Email: Care.coordination@utah.govCall their number: 801-273-2804Fill out this survey.01:34 Introducing the Care Coordinators: Eric and Carrie's Stories05:24 The Heart of Care Coordination: Connecting Families to Resources07:17 Personal Motivations: Why Eric and Carrie Do What They Do12:24 Exploring the Scope of Care Coordination Services16:01 Deep Dive into Zero to Eight Care Coordination21:36 Making Connections: How Families Access Services22:27 Navigating Support for Children with Special Healthcare Needs22:40 Understanding Disability Determination and Support Programs23:51 The Role of Care Coordinators in Simplifying Processes25:07 Exploring Waiver Programs and Their Benefits26:28 Assistance Beyond Healthcare: Housing, TANF, and SNAP28:12 Integrating Support Systems for Families28:46 Spotlight on the Utah Parent Center31:53 The Children's Center: Focused Support for Young Children35:11 Expanding Access to Care Coordination Services38:56 Closing Thoughts: The Impact of Community SupportFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

Postpartum doulas offer physical and emotional support after the birth of your baby through the first year postpartum.Two best friends, McKayla Broadhurst and Tiara Monson, started Bountiful Doulas after learning about the profession during their personal postpartum experiences and realizing they could have used that help. Bountiful Doulas is comprised of a team of experienced postpartum doulas, newborn care specialists, sleep coaches, and perinatal nutrition experts. They serve families across Utah and are dedicated to helping your transition into early parenthood. They provide personalized day and overnight support in Weber, Davis, Salt Lake, and Summit counties. Resources:Bountiful Doulas Website@bountifuldoulas on InstagramBe Her Village, you can include postpartum doula support on your gift registry Carrot Fertility, some insurances offer postpartum doula coverageFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

This episode of the Sad Moms Club features a conversation with Brook Archibald, who shares her harrowing journey through birth trauma, miscarriage, postpartum depression, and her struggle with medical professionals to be heard and adequately treated. Brooke's story starts with her first pregnancy, detailing the negligence she faced from healthcare providers, the severe pain and complications during and after delivery, and the psychological aftermath. Her narrative emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, finding the right healthcare providers, and the transformative power of therapy and support systems. Brooke also discusses how her experiences impacted her subsequent pregnancies and her eventual healing process. Through sharing, she hopes to encourage other women to stand up for their healthcare needs and find solace in the shared experiences of others.00:00 Welcome to the Sad Moms Club: A Story of Birth Trauma02:11 Brook's Harrowing Pregnancy and Birth Story15:54 Postpartum Struggles and Seeking Help22:03 The Turning Point: Finding a New Doctor and An Unexpected Discovery25:44 Navigating Health and Legal Challenges28:06 Finding Strength and Advocacy30:09 The Journey Through Infertility and Mental Health36:32 Learning to Cope with Anxiety and PTSD39:33 Embracing Therapy and Finding Peace46:01 Sharing Experiences and Supporting Others47:44 Reflecting on Growth and Self-AdvocacyFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

If you’re an anxious person, you’re going to love learning from Morgan Slade, LCSW. We discuss perinatal anxiety and OCD, all kinds of intrusive thoughts, sneaky compulsions we do that intrusive thoughts feed on, and the treatment that has an 85% success rate.ResourcesSerenity's Website Connect with them on Instagram @serenityrecoverywellness. Lyndsey Proctor’s episode (owner of Serenity)Jenna Overbaugh's episodeIf you want to learn more about OCD resources go to iocdf.orgPSI's free virtual group for perinatal OCDFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

Welcome to the second episode of the NCRPxOB PMADs Podcast! In this episode Lauren Gimbel, MD and Joni Lybbert, PMHNP discuss perinatal anxiety. This podcast series was created in collaboration with the National Curriculum of Reproductive Psychiatry. If you would like to learn more from their trainings (you do), go to their website at ncrptraining.org.Resources listed in the episode:Suicide Hotline: 988International OCD Foundation Therapist LocatorTextbook of Women’s Reproductive Mental HealthState Perinatal Psychiatry Access LinesPSI National Perinatal Psychiatric Consult LinePSI DirectoryPSI Phone Number for PatientsUtah’s Perinatal DirectoryPsychology TodayAmerican Psychological AssociationPSI's Free Support Groups:MONA (Reproductive Psychiatrist Locator Coming in 2024)ACOG Clinical Practice Guideline: Screening and Diagnosis of Mental Health Conditions During Pregnancy and PostpartumACOG Clinical Practice Guideline: Treatment and Management of Mental Health Conditions During Pregnancy and PostpartumNCRP EducationMGH Center for Women’s Mental Health EducationMCPAP for MomsLifeline for MomsThe Council on Patient Safety in Women’s HealthcareLactMedReprotoxMotherToBaby Fact SheetsHHS 24/7 Maternal Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) If you have questions, feedback, or would like to connect, email us at sadmomsclubpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to the second episode of the NCRPxOB PMADs Podcast! In this episode Lauren Gimbel, MD and Joni Lybbert, PMHNP discuss perinatal anxiety. This podcast series was created in collaboration with the National Curriculum of Reproductive Psychiatry. If you would like to learn more from their trainings (you do), go to their website at ncrptraining.org.Resources listed in the episode:Suicide Hotline: 988International OCD Foundation Therapist LocatorTextbook of Women’s Reproductive Mental HealthState Perinatal Psychiatry Access LinesPSI National Perinatal Psychiatric Consult LinePSI DirectoryPSI Phone Number for PatientsUtah’s Perinatal DirectoryPsychology TodayAmerican Psychological AssociationPSI's Free Support Groups:MONA (Reproductive Psychiatrist Locator Coming in 2024)ACOG Clinical Practice Guideline: Screening and Diagnosis of Mental Health Conditions During Pregnancy and PostpartumACOG Clinical Practice Guideline: Treatment and Management of Mental Health Conditions During Pregnancy and PostpartumNCRP EducationMGH Center for Women’s Mental Health EducationMCPAP for MomsLifeline for MomsThe Council on Patient Safety in Women’s HealthcareLactMedReprotoxMotherToBaby Fact SheetsHHS 24/7 Maternal Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) If you have questions, feedback, or would like to connect, email us at sadmomsclubpodcast@gmail.com.

Welcome to the NCRPxOB PMADs Podcast! In this first episode, Lauren Gimbel, MD and Joni Lybbert, PMHNP discuss perinatal depression. This podcast series was created in collaboration with the National Curriculum of Reproductive Psychiatry. If you would like to learn more from their trainings (you do), go to their website at ncrptraining.org.Resources listed in the episode:Suicide Hotline: 988 Textbook of Women’s Reproductive Mental HealthState Perinatal Psychiatry Access LinesPSI National Perinatal Psychiatric Consult LinePSI DirectoryPSI Phone Number for PatientsUtah’s Perinatal DirectoryPsychology TodayAmerican Psychological AssociationPSI's Free Support Groups:MONA (Reproductive Psychiatrist Locator Coming in 2024)ACOG Clinical Practice Guideline: Screening and Diagnosis of Mental Health Conditions During Pregnancy and PostpartumACOG Clinical Practice Guideline: Treatment and Management of Mental Health Conditions During Pregnancy and PostpartumNCRP EducationMGH Center for Women’s Mental Health EducationMCPAP for MomsLifeline for MomsThe Council on Patient Safety in Women’s HealthcareLactMedReprotoxMotherToBaby Fact SheetsHHS 24/7 Maternal Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) If you have questions, feedback, or would like to connect, email us at sadmomsclubpodcast@gmail.com.

Today I talk with educator, birthworker, and owner of Birthsmarter, Ashley Brichter. Birthsmarter started as a result of Ashley’s own births not going as planned, and her noticing the gap between birth education and the reality of giving birth. We discuss the value of birth classes (whether it is your first child or third child), how physiological birth works, the history of birth in the US, and birth preferences vs birth plans. If you would like to attend one of their birthing or postpartum classes go to their website to find 1) pre-recorded, on-demand classes, 2) classes over Zoom, and 3), in-person classes in a few select states. Birthsmarter Websiteinfo@birthsmarter.comashley@birthsmarter.comInstagram: @birthsmarter Follow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

Rosie Card is a local Utah mother, activist, and business owner. She talks with us about her experience of becoming a mother. It starts with her freezing her own eggs as a single woman, trying to conceive with endometriosis, how she felt during her pregnancy, starting on an antidepressant, the birth, and how life has changed since having her son. We discuss how things have changed for her since she had her son: personally, professionally, and relationally. Thank you to Rosie Card for spending time sharing her story.Rosie Card’s Instagram: @rosiecardCard Wear Instagram: @card.wear.co Card Wear Clothing Website: https://www.cardwear.co/ Follow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

Holly Hill teaches us the biology of lactation, tips for latch and positioning your baby, and the correct flange size when pumping.  She is a wealth of knowledge, and if you are new to breastfeeding or you're having trouble figuring it out, listen to this episode for guidance and to learn the value of an IBCLC. Holly works as part of the Breezy Babies Team, but you can connect with her directly via her Instagram @light_up_lactation or her email holly@breezybabies.com.Resources:Breezy Babies is the company Holly works with and is one way to find out more information.La Leche League helps breastfeeding mothers & parents worldwide with support, education, and encouragement.The Lactation Network to see if your insurance will cover lactation consultants. Holly Hill’s Instagram: @light_up_lactationBreezy Babies Instagram: @breezy__babiesFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

** TRIGGER WARNING** We discuss pregnancy and infant loss throughout this episode. Baylee Demars, the current Mrs. Utah America for 2023, shares her personal experience with pregnancy loss and how entering her first-ever pageant led to advocacy work and volunteer work with the non-profit organization Share Parents of Utah. Resources:Share is a national organization with over 75 Chapters in 29 states. If you don't see a Chapter in your state, there are other helpful organizations listed.Share Parents of UtahVolunteer with Share Parents of UtahThe Butterfly Broadcast, Baylee Demars' podcast, on Apple and SpotifyIf you want to reach out to Baylee directly, here is her Instagram@mrsutahamerica if you're interested in connecting with pageantsFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

I know this is a click-bait episode title, but there is a reason for it. My hope is that you Snoopy Sarah's and Nosy Natalie's (no judgment, I am also Ms. Snoopy) will be curious enough to give the episode a listen. And either feel validated if you're going through something similar or learn how to support a loved one. Resources:Link to Nicole Carino's Fiverr page who created the new intro song. Thank you, Nicole!The Retrievals PodcastNatalie Crawford, MD: Education by a reproductive endocrinologist and how I educated myself throughout this whole infertility process.As a Woman Podcast by Dr. Natalie CrawfordWhat is IVF? The video by Dr. Natalie Crawford I have sent to friends and family to help them understand the process. Utah Infertility Resource Center: local Utah support groups for those who go through infertilityFertility Challenges Support Group by PSILucky Transfer Socks on Amazon (not affiliate link)Follow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

Hannah Sawitsky is a therapist and a doula who has a private practice up in Logan, UT called Nova Therapy and Doula Services. We talk with her about emotions and embodying those emotions, specifically feeling mad. Hannah found that she started working with a lot of 40-something mothers who were feeling unsatisfied with their life, even though from the outside they felt like they had a great life. We draw parallels between newly postpartum women and women who are 15-20 years out from the postpartum experience. Much of their frustration stems from not getting their needs met. If you’re someone who has a difficult time feeling emotions, this will be an excellent episode for you. Let’s get started. Get to know Hannah on her instagram @thrivewithnovaFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

We are so lucky to learn from Amy-Rose White today. She is an LCSW who has worked in the perinatal community for decades, and started PSI Utah. Amy-Rose shares some of her personal experience with birth trauma and then teaches us about what birth trauma is, symptoms you may experience, and some treatment options. She also shares some of how the medical system could change to prevent birth trauma. If you are feeling anxious, her voice alone will help you feel more calm. Resources:Amy-Rose White's contact informationACES ScreeningPostpartum Support InternationalWhen Survivors Give Birth: Understanding and Healing the Effects of Early Sexual Abuse on Childbearing WomenThe Body Keeps the ScoreEPDS Screening ToolBirthsmarterFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

Kim Perry is an LCSW and co-owner of Utah Adoption Specialists. If you are already in the throes of adoption, this episode may be less informative for you, but if you are considering looking into adoption this is a great place to start. Additionally, if you have a loved one who is going through the adoption process it may be supportive to learn a little bit about your loved ones’ potential experience.We talk about the difference between private adoption and agency adoption, the cost of private adoption, and the logistical and emotional process people go through in the adoption process. Additionally, Kim tells us about why Utah Adoption Specialists require their adoptive families to go through education prior to adoption and some of what makes adoption ethical or unethical. Kim generously shares some personal experiences of why open adoptions can be empowering for adoptive children.I learned SO MUCH from this episode, and I know you will too. Please check out their website to learn more or if you know an expectant parent who may be looking into adoption. Follow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.club

Dr. Allyce Jones is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who specializes in reproductive psychiatry. She started her own private practice called Felicity Women’s Center which I have joined as of August. I have worked with her for the past couple of months and have learned so much from her. Today we discuss postpartum planning: making plans while pregnant for a more successful postpartum period. We touch on topics such as sleep, nutrition, feeding support, support with house and family, self-care, and therapeutic support. Links:Postpartum Planning PDF Postpartum Planning Group through PSI PSI support groups Postpartum Frontloading by Thoughts on Thoughts Follow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.clubCandle Making Activity Sign-Up

Dr. Betty DeLass is a passionate pelvic floor physical therapist and business owner in Utah. She owns Reborn Pelvic Health & Wellness and talks with us about why women should prioritize pelvic floor treatment, symptoms PT can improve, and treatments for different conditions. We talk about pain with sex, sciatica, symphysis pubis dysfunction, and peeing and farting when you don't mean to.  She talks about what to expect at a first appointment and the importance of consent along the treatment journey. Reborn specializes in working with pregnant and postpartum clients. To contact them go to their website for their phone number or follow them on Instagram @rebornpelvichealthandwellness.Follow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.clubCandle Making Activity Sign-Up

Olivia talks about her perinatal anxiety she encountered as a first time mom. She shares that working as a paramedic prior to becoming pregnant set her up for a more anxious pregnancy and postpartum experience. She specifically wanted other healthcare workers to know they are not alone if their second-hand trauma impacts them when they become pregnant. She also shares how she found help and offers some excellent tips on advocating for yourself! She references the Mom Group hosted by Ripple Effect Counseling if you are looking for a way to make some new friends!Follow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.clubCandle Making Activity Sign-Up

Today we speak with the three hosts of the Thoughts on Thoughts podcast: Jessica, Taylor, and KJ. They are three therapists who want to bring the therapy office to you.We talk about attachment styles including secure attachment, anxious attachment, and avoidant attachment styles. Learning this concept helped me immensely as a human being who has relationships with other human beings.If you are also a human being who has relationships (or wants them), I 10/10 recommend listening and learning from them.Resources:Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - LoveThoughts on Thoughts CoursesThoughts on Thoughts Podcast@thoughts.podcastFollow along on The Sad Moms Club's Instagram: @the.sad.moms.clubCandle Making Activity Sign-Up

Monica Ashton, a licensed clinical social worker and certified sex therapist who teaches us all about sex therapy: reasons you may consider starting sex therapy, topics you may discuss, topics you are allowed to discuss (hint: everything is on the table), and resources she suggests. Monica Ashton is part of the executive team and a clinician at The Healing Group in Salt Lake City. Resources:The Healing GroupCome As You Are by Emily NagoskiAmerican Association of Sexuality, Educatiors, Counselors and TherapistsUpcoming Events:Girls Night with Ripple Effect CounselingCandle Making Activity Sign-Up