In this episode of Delivered, we are so grateful to be joined by Dr. Jessica Vernon, MD, PMH-C. Dr. Jessica is a Board-Certified OB/GYN who has cared for and supported thousands of people throughout their reproductive journeys over the past 15 years. She is the Clinical Director of Product as well as an Associate Medical Director at Oula, a midwifery based women’s health startup in New York City. As a mom of two she brings her lived experience with the transition to parenthood to her work. She has a deep passion for providing holistic, people centered, culturally humble care and has developed programs to increase access to perinatal mental health care and improve health equity. Then Comes Baby is her first book, you can buy it now on Amazon & Barnes & Noble

Join us, as we explore the unique and transformative role of midwifery in supporting women from labor through the often-overlooked postpartum period. Dr. Jessica shares how midwifery care extends beyond the delivery room—offering personalized support, emotional guidance, and holistic healing during the critical weeks and months after birth. Whether you're preparing for a baby, navigating the postpartum fog, or simply curious about the midwifery model of care, this conversation sheds light on why midwives are essential allies in maternal health.

You can learn more about Dr. Jessica at her website: https://www.drjessicavernon.com/ or at her Instagram: @dr.jessicavernon

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In this episode of Delivered, we are so grateful to be joined again by Dr. Mera Keenan. Dr. Keenan is the OB that delivered our baby girl, who will be turning FIVE so soon!! As a board-certified OB, she now serves patients in an OB ER based in the DC area. Dr. Keenan & I will be discussing some of the most common PPD questions parents have—from early signs and symptoms to treatment options and support strategies. Whether you're a new parent navigating your emotions, a partner looking to help, or a friend seeking to understand, this episode is packed with practical advice, compassionate insights, and real-world stories to help you feel informed and empowered.

Tune in as we tackle the tough questions, break down myths, and share tools for navigating postpartum depression with confidence and care.

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In this episode of Delivered, we are joined by Dr. Jill Garrett, a licensed psychologist who specializes in perinatal mental health. Dr. Garrett is the founding psychologist and program director of Baptist Health’s maternal mental health program, The Motherhood Space. The Motherhood Space is the first wellness-inspired, mental health day program for moms in the U.S. From navigating the emotional complexities of early motherhood to creating this Space that fosters genuine community, Dr. Garrett shares her expertise and strategies for helping new mothers feel seen, supported, and empowered. Whether you're a new mom, a healthcare provider, or simply someone who cares about maternal wellbeing, this episode offers valuable perspective on why the "space" we create for mothers truly matters. Dr. Garrett is the host of the podcast, Hindsight is 20/20: A Motherhood Feels Podcast, where she interviews seasoned parents on what, in hindsight, they wish they had known ahead of their parenting journey.

You can learn more about her work at www.motherhoodfeels.com, @motherhoodfeels on YouTube, and The Motherhood Space channel on YouTube.

Dr. Jill's social handles include: @motherhoodfeels and @thefatherhoodspace

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