5 Key Steps in Addressing Infant & Maternal Mental Health
In this course, Dr. Cirecie West-Olatunji explains the critical intersections of infant and maternal mental health, emphasising the systemic challenges, clinical interventions, and advocacy strategies needed to support mothers and infants—especially those from marginalised communities—with trauma-informed strategies.
About this course
In this course, trauma researcher and counsellor-educator Dr. Cirecie West-Olatunji, Ph.D., introduces the overlooked yet essential domain of infant and maternal mental health. She explores the impact of systemic oppression, structural inequities, and intergenerational trauma on maternal well-being and infant development. With a focus on practical interventions, Dr. West-Olatunji discusses race-based stress, early attachment issues, and the importance of healthcare collaboration. Clinicians will gain insights into recognising trauma symptoms in newborns, integrating culturally responsive care, and advocating for systemic change. This course empowers mental health professionals to address disparities in maternal and infant mental health with competence and confidence.
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