On Demand: Supporting Maternal Mental Health ─ Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO® Session 4

Maternal mental health is a critical but often overlooked component of overall well-being for mothers and families. On Sept. 22, KHI held session 4 of the Region 7 Maternal Health ECHO series — Supporting Maternal Mental Health — that explored the emotional, psychological and social factors that shape maternal experiences across Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska and Kansas. Participants heard from clinical experts and community partners about practical approaches for early identification, compassionate support and integrated care that meets mothers where they are. The session highlighted culturally responsive strategies and community-driven models that can expand access and reduce stigma.

Learn more about the Maternal Health Echo series.

An event recording of the didactic presentation and panel discussion will be posted soon. Access the Resource Guide and Slides in the Documents and Downloads section.

Didactic Presenter

Supporting Maternal Mental Health

 Leigh Cook, A.P.R.N.-N.P., Co-Director of Reproductive Psychiatry, Nebraska Medicine

Region 7 Panel Discussion

Rinda Davis, B.S.N., M.P.H., R.N. Assistant Director of Health, Springfield-Greene County Health Department, Springfield, Missouri

Kelsee Fout, M.P.A., Maternal and Child Behavioral Health Director, Kansas Department of Health and Environment

Laura Hanna-Bergen, C.N.M., P.M.H.N.P, Certified Nurse-Midwife and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, University of Iowa Health Care

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