How long is postpartum? Strategies to support maternal mental health featuring Kate Hernandez of PostParty

In this episode, Dr. Shainna sits down with Kate Hernandez, founder of PostParty, to explore what the postpartum phase is, how long it lasts, how it affects maternal mental health, and how we can better support mothers and their communities. Kate shares what she learned from her own postpartum experience, the science of what's still healing months and years after birth, and why the gap between cultural expectation and physiological reality is where so many women suffer in silence. What you’ll hear: Why maternal health has to include maternal mental health The reality of how childbirth affects mental well-being The roots of the common six-to-eight-week timeline What's still happening months and years out following birth Present limitations of women’s health research & the health gap How to better support moms before and after baby arrives How PostParty helps to offer virtual, personalized postpartum care across lactation, mental health, nutrition, and return-to-movement More about Kate Kate Hernandez is the co-founder of PostParty , a postpartum concierge platform redefining care for women during the fourth trimester. A second-time founder, she builds companies rooted in lived experience and designed to close systemic gaps in access and support. Kate holds undergraduate, law, and business degrees from Harvard University and has worked in venture capital, banking, and consulting. A longtime advocate for closing the diversity gap in startup and small business funding, she has spoken on the topic at a White House roundtable. Today, she is channeling her personal and professional experience into building a future where postpartum recovery and maternal wellness are prioritized. instagram.com/yourpostparty More about Dr. Shainna Dr. Shainna is a mental health counselor, educator, and advocate who is passionate about destigmatizing mental health counseling and helping individuals worldwide recognize the importance of fostering mental wellness. She is the creator of The Self-Love Workbook, The Self-Love Workbook for Teens, Luna Finds Love Everywhere: A Self-Love Book for Kids, The Self-Love Planner, and Designing Healthy Boundaries. She has been featured through outlets such as Vogue, ABC, CBS, NPR Washington Post, Parents, and Insider. Dr. Shainna’s passion for promoting mental health awareness and access inspired her to host the Mental Wellness Practice Podcast. Dr. Shainna is the owner and operator of Integrated Counseling Solutions, LLC, a strengths-based clinical mental health and consulting practice located in Central Florida. Additionally, she has served on the Board of Directors of The Mental Health Association of Central Florida and is a past president of the Florida Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development. Dr. Shainna has been honored with the Association for Specialists in Group Work's Al Dye Award, the Pete Fischer Humanitarian Award, and UCF’s 30 under 30 and Noble Knight distinctions for her efforts in promoting mental wellness. Follow Dr. Shainna on Instagram or Facebook → ⁠ @drshainna⁠ Find more resources, workshops, and support → ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Click here to work with Dr.Shainna 💌 Love what you’re hearing? Share, follow, and leave a review, it helps others find this space too. This podcast is for educational purposes only. If you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health disorder, please consult with a licensed professional. Additional Resources 💤 TapeHer → The mouth tape that transformed Dr. Shainna’s sleep routine. Try it with code DRSHAINNA 💍 Anxiring → Intentional jewelry designed to support self-regulation and calm. Get your discount with code DRSHAINNA ⁠The Self-Love Workbook⁠ ⁠The Self-Love Workbook for Teens⁠ ⁠The Self-Love Planner⁠ ⁠Luna Finds Love Everywhere⁠ Designing Healthy Boundaries

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How long is postpartum? Strategies to support maternal mental health featuring Kate Hernandez of PostParty is an episode from The Mental Wellness Practice by Dr. Shainna: mental health counselor, educator, & advocate.

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This episode was published on May 6, 2026.

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