Part 1: Maternal Mental Health Webinar Series (July 2026)
The Maternal Mental Health webinar series was designed to equip Healthy Start staff with the knowledge, resources, and practical strategies needed to support maternal mental health before and after birth. During Part 1, participants gained a foundational understanding of common perinatal mental health conditions and their impact on maternal and infant health outcomes. The series also highlighted promising practices from Healthy Start grantees, featuring real-world examples of programming that addresses perinatal mood disorders and supports families throughout the perinatal period. By the end of the series, participants were better prepared to identify needs, connect participants to resources, and strengthen maternal mental health support within their communities.
Speakers:
Tess Pierson, MS | Healthy Start TASC
Melodye Watson, MA, LCSW-C | HRSA
Wendy Davis, PhD, PMH-C | Postpartum Support International
Whitney Wiggins, MA | HRSA
Topics:
- General Information, Project Implementation, Project Management