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Labor of Love: Supporting Maternal Well-Being in a Complex World

Labor of Love: Supporting Maternal Well-Being in a Complex World

By: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
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 Join Dr. Veronica “Vero” Pimentel, a practicing OB-GYN, vaccine expert, and pandemic mom, as she dives into the world of maternal and postpartum health. In each episode, Vero leads insightful conversations with health care professionals and experts to explore the latest trends, challenges, and breakthroughs in maternal immunization, emerging issues, and beyond.


This Resource was supported by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as a part of a financial assistance award totaling $400,000 with 100 percent funded by ACOG and CDC/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government. For ACOG's complete disclaimer, visit www.acog.org/iz-disclaimer.Copyright ACOG Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Science Social Sciences
Episodes
  • S4E4: Breaking the Silence on Maternal Mental Health: Part 2

    S4E4: Breaking the Silence on Maternal Mental Health: Part 2
    May 22 2025
    Finishing our two-part maternal mental health special, this episode explores the critical role of mental health treatment during pregnancy and postpartum. Experts discuss treatment recommendations, strategies for integrating mental health care into obstetric practice, and the latest evidence on the safety and efficacy of psychiatric medications during pregnancy and lactation. Listeners will gain valuable insights into supporting maternal well-being, reducing stigma, and improving treatment. David Silver, MD, MBA, FACOG, reproductive psychiatrist and director of women’s behavioral health at University of Pittsburg Medical Center Magee-Womens Hospital; and Tiffany A. Moore Simas, MD, MPH, MEd, FACOG, the Donna M. and Robert J. Manning chair in obstetrics and gynecology at University of Massachusetts Chan School of Medicine, the academic partner of University of Massachusetts Memorial Health, join Labor of Love host Veronica Maria Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss strategies for bettering maternal mental health care.

    Special commentary provided by Karen Sheffield-Abdullah, PhD, RN, CNM, FACNM.

    Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics related to mental health and health inequities. It may be difficult for listeners who have experienced pregnancy-related complications or who are sensitive to discussions of health care disparities. Take care while listening.
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    42 mins
  • S4E3: Breaking the Silence on Maternal Mental Health: Part 1

    S4E3: Breaking the Silence on Maternal Mental Health: Part 1
    May 8 2025
    Maternal mental health plays a critical role in pregnancy and postpartum outcomes, but there are still many challenges in effectively addressing it in clinical practice. This first episode in our two-part maternal mental health special dives into the integral role that mental health plays during pregnancy and postpartum, focusing on mood and anxiety disorders and their effects on maternal outcomes. Experts discuss screening and diagnosis recommendations and racial and socioeconomic inequities in access to care. Listeners will gain valuable insights on supporting maternal well-being, reducing stigma, and improving screening and diagnosis. David F. Silver, MD, MBA, FACOG, reproductive psychiatrist and director of women’s behavioral health at University of Pittsburg Medical Center Magee-Womens Hospital, and Tiffany A. Moore Simas, MD, MPH, MEd, FACOG, the Donna M. and Robert J. Manning chair in obstetrics and gynecology at University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine, the academic partner of University of Massachusetts Memorial Health, join Labor of Love host Veronica Maria Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss strategies for bettering maternal mental health care.

    Special commentary provided by Karen Sheffield-Abdullah, PhD, RN, CNM, FACNM.

    Content Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics related to mental health and health inequities. It may be difficult for listeners who have experienced pregnancy-related complications or who are sensitive to discussions of health care disparities. Take care while listening.
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    54 mins
  • S4E2: Vaccinating for Two: Overcoming Challenges in Maternal Vaccines

    S4E2: Vaccinating for Two: Overcoming Challenges in Maternal Vaccines
    Apr 24 2025
    Immunization during pregnancy plays a vital role in protecting both patients and their babies. This episode provides health professionals with the latest guidance on immunization during pregnancy, including COVID-19, Influenza, RSV, and Tdap. Experts discuss co-administration strategies, proper documentation, and approaches to overcoming vaccine hesitancy and access barriers. The conversation also covers preparing pregnant patients for respiratory illness season, addressing challenges such as maternal sepsis, and sharing case studies on successful vaccine interventions. Ilona Goldfarb, MD, MPH, FACOG, associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Stanford University School of Medicine, and Maura Jones Pullins, MD, ob-gyn and maternal–fetal medicine fellow at the University of North Carolina, join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to provide guidance on overcoming challenges in maternal vaccination.

    Special commentary provided by Jesse Hackell, MD, FAAP, at the American Academy of Pediatrics and Jean-Venable “Kelly” R. Goode, Pharm.D., BCPS, FAPhA, FCCP, at Virginia Commonwealth University.
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    58 mins

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