Mom and Mind

281: Supporting Black Maternal Health and Mental Health with Chetina Guadalupe, LMFT


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Today’s show focuses on how Black birthing people and mothers might experience trauma in the healthcare system that impacts them during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. There is great complexity in the emotions that people feel during the transition to parenthood, and today’s guest is dedicated to providing support, resources, and healing. Join us to learn more!

I’m joined by Chetina Guadalupe, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, consultant, and the owner/creator of Always Live Lovely. In her work, she provides support through individual and couples therapy, music, a podcast, and speaking engagements. She is passionate about breaking the stigma and equipping people with tools for deeper understanding that leads to their healing.

Show Highlights:

  • An overview of Chetina’s therapy work and podcast, Breaking Barriers
  • Why Black women have real fears about maternal mortality
  • How labor and birth experiences differ greatly from person to person because of inconsistencies in the healthcare system
  • Why people of color have to advocate for themselves within the healthcare system in different ways
  • Why Chetina chose to have the support of a doula when she gave birth to her son
  • How Chetina went into warrior mode during labor and delivery with a singular, focused purpose
  • Why you have to know yourself, your triggers, and what makes a safe space
  • How to find empowerment and not give in to shame, guilt, and triggers
  • What healthcare providers can do to support a Black birthing person
  • Resources:

    Connect with Chetina Guadalupe: Website, YouTube, TikTok, Podcast, and Instagram

    Visit www.postpartum.net for resources and support! 

    Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course. 

    Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!

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