Objectives

By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to:

  • Differentiate postnatal depletion from postpartum depression using symptom pattern, time course, and biological pathways.

  • Explain the neurobiological changes of pregnancy and postpartum, including hormone withdrawal, HPA axis recalibration, neuroplasticity, and immune shifts.

  • Describe the role of inflammation and stress in the emergence of perinatal mood disorders and impaired maternal recovery.

Continuing Education

1.0 Contact Hours + CERP Application Submitted

  • RN: BreastfeedLA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing. This course offers 1.0 contact hours of continuing education. BreastfeedLA’s provider number is CEP 16435. Licensee must maintain certificate for a period of four years.

  • IBCLC: BreastfeedLA has submitted an application for Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERSPS) to the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.

  • RDs & OTs: Maintain a copy of the agenda and certificate for CPEs for Professional Development Portfolio.

What to Expect

Webinar recording will be available 2-3 weeks after the live session and can be accessed through this course, please complete the evaluation to receive your certificate needed for continuing education.

    1. Accessing the LIVE Webinar

    2. LIVE webinar Registration Link

About this course

  • $20.00
  • 2 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content