Ep. 45 Mood, Mindset & Breech Home Birth Story with Perinatal Psychologist Dr. Katrina Carrera, Psy.D., PMH-C

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Katrina Carrera, a perinatal psychologist from Boulder, Colorado to explore what a holistic approach to your mental health looks like from pregnancy to postpartum.1. Dr. Carrera's Career PathFrom early aspirations in mental health to earning a doctorate in clinical psychology.Transitioning focus towards maternal and paternal mental health due to personal insights and professional encounters.2. The Importance of Maternal Mental HealthAddressing gaps in healthcare systems where new mothers often feel unsupported.Highlighting the need for more specialized training programs focused on perinatal psychology.3. Lotus Mental Health GroupAn introduction to Lotus’s holistic mind-body-spirit approach.Virtual support services offered for prospective parents, those planning pregnancies, postpartum care, and beyond.4. Navigating Barriers to SupportChallenges faced by new parents in accessing adequate postnatal care.Emphasis on virtual therapy as a solution for overcoming logistical barriers during recovery periods.5. Community Building & Support SystemsThe concept of "re-villaging" as essential for parental support networks.Birth Experience:Dr. Carrera shares her unique birth story—a breech home birth—and how it reinforced trust in her body’s capabilities amidst unexpected changes.Lessons Learned:Emphasizes the importance of safety signals from healthcare providers which facilitate smoother transitions through labor and postpartum phases.For a holistic approach to perinatal mental health: Connect with Dr. Katrina Carrera:on instagram @drkatrinacarerra and @lotusperinatalWebsite: www.lotusperinatal.comFor more insightful discussions on maternal health topics or if you have questions about today’s episode:💗 Free meditation to prepare for birth: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rewireforbirth.com/meditate⁠⁠⁠⁠📲 Connect on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@drcindytahhan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rewireforbirth⁠⁠⁠Remember to subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes!