How the US Fails New Moms | Real Doctor Explains

Healthcare in the United States faces many well-known problems, and people who have recently given birth often receive limited attention. The postpartum period places heavy demands on the body and mind, yet much of the focus from family, friends and providers tends to be on the baby. The video looks at how pregnancy and the postpartum period can affect mental health, how Americans rate their postpartum care in a Harris Poll, and how New Zealand approaches this care differently.

• How pregnancy and the postpartum period can affect mental health
• How Americans rate their postpartum care in a Harris Poll
• How New Zealand's approach compares

Healthcare in the United States sucks for a lot of reasons - we know that. But certain patients in particular desperately need more care and attention: those who recently gave birth. The postpartum period is extremely difficult on the body and mind, but so much of the focus (from friends, family, and healthcare providers) is on the baby, not the person who just gave birth! In this video, we'll cover 🤕 How pregnancy and postpartum can devastate mental health 🤰🏽 How Americans rank their postpartum care in the Harris Poll 🇳🇿 How countries like New Zealand do it better Original article: https://theharrispoll.com/briefs/the-silent-struggle-calling-for-improved-maternal-mental-health-postpartum-care/ Watch next: https://youtu.be/u0g6owdWk7I?si=wUdE80oPIq6CHq-O Become a channel Membryo to connect & access perks! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrPhcbDwqWRc-3tteE2BS6g/join MDJ Secret Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkrMPc856DvoxX99IyGYmw 🍑🍆 Beducated is an INCREDIBLE platform with inclusive, evidence-based courses on pleasure - use my affiliate link https://fas.st/t/T9cj1r6A and gift yourself with education you'll enjoy for life. 👅💦 I stream on Twitch weekly (usually Sundays): https://www.twitch.tv/mamadoctorjones - Playlist of full-length Twitch streams for channel membryos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVH2Gpf8wKeRO7TL3vfzJkfsF9eHmQGkP FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamadoctorjones Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mamadoctorjones TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mamadoctorjones ** The information in this video is intended to serve as educational information and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/advanced practice provider. ** +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++