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What if the current "broken" postpartum care system isn't really broken... but just incomplete?

Maranda sits down with  Ja’Neen Jenkins,  a licensed professional counselor, certified childbirth educator, doula, and postpartum nutrition expert through Postpartum University, brings a rare blend of clinical expertise and personal experience to the table. She's changing the game by bridging the critical gaps in our current maternal healthcare system, offering a holistic approach that addresses everything from nervous system regulation to postpartum mental health and the vital role of postpartum nutrition. 

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/regulating-the-postpartum-nervous-system-janeen-jenkins-ep-227/

Key time stamps: 

1:42: Janine's unique approach to maternal support

3:11: Identifying gaps in provider collaboration and holistic care

4:08: The critical role of a trusted liaison in maternal health

7:23: The challenges and beauty of pioneering a new care model

8:44: Navigating the tension between diagnosis and holistic care

12:24: The vital need for nutrition education in therapy

13:17: Discussing prevention in perinatal mental health

16:29: Nervous system dysregulation vs. mental health diagnoses

17:33: Deep dive into nervous system regulation for birth and postpartum

19:43: The power of HypnoBirthing and nervous system control

21:58: Applying nervous system regulation to motherhood

24:43: The role of nutrition in emotional and psychological healing

28:07: The power of relationships and collaboration in postpartum care

Connect with Ja'Neen: 

Ja’Neen Jenkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor, certified childbirth educator, doula, and postpartum nutrition expert who specializes in trauma-informed care for the perinatal journey. With a rare blend of clinical expertise and lived experience, she supports mothers through birth prep, emotional healing, and postpartum recovery with compassion and evidence-based tools. As the founder of the Covered Mama Community, she creates spaces where women feel deeply seen, supported, and empowered. Ja’Neen is passionate about helping mothers regulate their nervous systems, process their stories, and reclaim their strength.  Website  

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Releasedatum: 26-8-2025 10:00:00