Mom & Mind Podcast | Postpartum | Birth | Pregnancy | Maternal Mental Health |

Deb Rich, Ph.D. Understanding perinatal grief. We are talking with Dr. Deb Rich about pregnancy loss and neonatal loss. This is a very difficult topic for folks to hear about, but even harder for those families who are trying to deal with the loss of a child. Its so important for us to be talking about pregnancy loss…the impacts on the family…and how to support people who have experienced loss. We discuss: -The different kinds of pregnancy loss and neonatal loss. -The importance of understanding loss as how it may impact the transition to parenthood. -This type of grief needs a deeper understanding for the complexities that it brings. -Being informed is important because mothers, fathers AND Providers will either experience loss or be in a position to support others who have. -How to get support and be supportive during this difficult time. Deb Rich, PhD. is a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of specialty experience. She provides patient care, consults with local health care professionals, teaches gra