🎉 In this special 1-year anniversary episode of PEM CHATT, host Toni Dobson reflects on the podcast’s growth and welcomes guest Dayna Jaynstein, PA, to discuss the critical topic of maternal mortality. Together, they explore why the U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate among developed countries, highlight the unique risks for Black and Native women, and introduce ACOG’s new initiative to help non-OB providers recognize and manage OB emergencies. The episode covers key warning signs, the importance of asking about current pregnancy status and delivery within the last year, and practical algorithms for managing cardiovascular and hypertensive emergencies in pregnant and postpartum women. Listeners are encouraged to use these resources, advocate for patients, and share knowledge to help prevent maternal deaths.

Link to ACOG website with algorithms: ACOG.org/obemergencies

⏰ Timeline:

0:00 – Welcome & 1-year anniversary celebration

2:00 – Podcast journey & gratitude to listeners

5:00 – Guest introduction: Dana Jane Dean, PA

7:00 – Maternal mortality stats & disparities

10:00 – ACOG’s new initiative explained

15:00 – Key questions for providers & identifying at-risk patients

20:00 – Cardiovascular emergencies in pregnancy

25:00 – Hypertensive emergencies & management tips

30:00 – Eclampsia, preeclampsia, and medication guidance

35:00 – Family-centered care & advocating for moms

40:00 – Resources, final thoughts, and next episode preview