Bridging Birth and Mind: Obstetric Education for Mental Health Providers

with additional support from Michigan Perinatal Quality Collaborative Regions 8 and 10

About this Event

Bridging Birth and Mind: Obstetric Education for Mental Health Providers

This conference is for mental health providers seeking to deepen their understanding of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum experience. Rooted in the connection between obstetric care and mental health, it offers a valuable opportunity to explore best practices for supporting individuals through childbirth and early parenting. Held at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, the event features expert-led sessions grounded in empathy, collaboration, and clinical insight. Together, we'll explore how incorporating diverse, evidence-informed perspectives can strengthen compassionate, high-quality care.

Agenda


🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Mindful Morning Meditations (optional)

Info: Awaken your senses with a Tree Bathing Meditation ~or~ Put your best foot forward with an invigorating Purpose Walk

🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Continental Breakfast

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AM
Welcome

🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Obstetrics 101
Host: Sara Gilbertson, MS, CNM, PMH-C

🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
The Fourth Trimester: Preparing and Creating a Plan for the Postpartum
Host: Kristina Ledlow, BA, ICCE-CD, PMH-C

🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch

🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Research update on evidence-based prevention and treatment models
Host: Amy Loree, PhD, LP, PMH-C

Info: Research update on evidence-based prevention and treatment models for perinatal health and substance use disorders

🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:45 PM
Obstetric Emergencies
Host: Sara Gilbertson, MS, CNM, PMH-C

🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:15 PM
Mental Clarity Boost (optional)

Info: Reenergize with the Detroit Shuffle -or- Relax with a Reiki Meditation

🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:30 PM
Presentation “Some Days”
Host: Henry Ford Health physicians, CNM's & RN's

🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:15 PM
The Profound Impact of “Through the Patient’s Eyes”
Host: Trish Klassa, MSN, APRN, CNS-C, C-EFM, IBCLC

Info: A Journey of Understanding: The Profound Impact of the “Through the Patient’s Eyes” Program Following Traumatic Birth

Closing & Evaluations

🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Networking

Info: Henry Ford West Bloomfield Birthing Center Tours *optional/ if census allows

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