93. How America is Failing Mothers: Part 3

Today’s episode is part three in our series about how America is failing mothers. Be sure to tune in to part one and part two if you haven’t already. All three episodes of this series feature real stories from mothers in America. These stories are deeply personal, and show how many things need to change in order to support mothers and their families. The stories that you’ll hear in part three include first hand accounts of mothers who lost their jobs and healthcare while pregnant, were left in a financial crisis due to lost income and high daycare costs during (and after) COVID, lacked emotional and physical support postpartum, and more. Unfortunately, you or someone you know may have connections to these stories. Having a baby, and expanding your family, should be a joyful time. Instead it often turns into some of the most difficult days, months, and years of your life, leaving moms feeling abandoned, inadequate, anxious, and depressed. This is why it’s so important to continue having these conversations and working together to make real change for the future. In this episode we discuss: Major challenges that a mother of triplets was faced with during pregnancy and after giving birth. The many things wrong with the postpartum questionnaire that moms fill out during their six week check-up. The negative effects that these challenges can have on a marriage. Lack of support for new moms from medical professionals, even after asking for help. The financial burden that families go through without paid maternity leave (childcare, formula, diapers, etc.).   Discount code from my sponsors: Save 20% off at checkout when you use code ‘lynzy’ at bombas.com/lynzy.  Connect with Lynzy: Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine Instagram: @motherhoodmeetsmedicine Sign up for the weekly newsletter here lynzyandco.com Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices