In this week’s episode, we discuss the importance of trust between a clinician and patient, particularly for young mothers. We also explore the need for a woman to have the proper support after birth as well as the fact that our current culture may not encourage the most supportive path toward postpartum healing.

About the Guest: Yocheved Silk RPA-C was born in NYC, raised mainly in Brooklyn, and is the oldest of seven. She has always had a love of the written language which has been a mainstay of her careers as a daughter, mom, grandmother, teacher, medical professional, and entrepreneur. Yocheved currently lives in Brooklyn with 3 of her 8 children and husband.

Birthing Conversations is a podcast by Sparks, an organization helping women who are struggling with PPD

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This podcast is produced and edited by Montebello Media