Motherhood is a transformative journey that deeply affects a woman’s mental health, bringing both joy and significant challenges. However, these struggles aren’t just limited to pregnancy and postpartum. About 12% of women in the U.S. face infertility, which can take a deep emotional toll. In today’s episode, MetroHealth OB-GYN Dr. Alexandra Berra explores common mental health struggles that women may face before conception, during pregnancy and after birth, and how family, friends and other loved ones can provide compassionate care and support during this challenging time.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New mothers and their families can face various challenges when breastfeeding, including difficulties with milk production, latching and pain. Breast milk is one of the only products that can provide all the nutrients infants need throughout their first year of life. Despite this, only 24% of infants are exclusively breastfed at six months and only 55% of infants receive any amount of breast milk at six months. In today’s episode, Abby Myers, Certified Nurse Midwife and Family Nurse Practitioner at MetroHealth, shares her breastfeeding journey and provides insight on common breastfeeding challenges.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delivering about 3,000 babies a year, the team at MetroHealth provides individualized care for each mother and baby to start life with the healthiest possible outcome. In today’s episode, we will speak with Amy Lowell, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Certified Nurse Midwife (APRN-CNM) and discuss what expecting mothers can do throughout their pregnancy journey to prepare for the healthy arrival of their new baby.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.