The Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression
A Massachusetts Special Legislative Commission
Events
January 2024
The Ellen Story Commission held a virtual quarterly meeting on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. A link to the meeting recording can be found on the Meetings page.
In partnership with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Region 1 (New England) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, the Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression will hosted the first in a series of roundtable discussions on the State of Black Maternal Health in Massachusetts on January 24th. Click here to view the event recording.
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October 2023
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The trauma and grief surrounding miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant and child loss have long-lasting mental health implications for parents.
The Ellen Story Commission hosted a virtual event on October 25th where we discussed the mental health impacts of pregnancy and infant loss, kick counting as a means of preventing stillbirth, and brainspotting as a tool for healing from trauma. Check out the recording here!
September 2023
The Ellen Story Commission held a hybrid quarterly meeting on September 21, 2023. A recording is available on the Meetings page.
May 2023
The Ellen Story Commission held a virtual quarterly meeting on May 10, 2023. A recording is available on the Meetings page.
The Commission's 8th annual Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Day commemorated International Bereaved Mother's Day and took place on Friday, May 5th, 2023 in the Great Hall at the State House. We are so grateful for everyone who came out to honor the little ones who have been lost and to surround their parents with love and support. Thank you to all of the incredible speakers and vendors who made it such a special and meaningful day.
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The Ellen Story Commission held a virtual quarterly meeting on February 15, 2023. A recording is available on the Meetings page.
February 2023
December 2022
The Ellen Story Commission met virtually for a supplemental meeting on December 14, 2022. A recording is available on the Meetings page.
October 2022
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The trauma and grief surrounding miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss have long-lasting mental health implications for parents. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@ppdcommission) for related information and events.
The Ellen Story Commission held its quarterly meeting virtually on October 27, 2022. A recording is available on the Meetings page.
September 2022
September is Maternal Suicide Awareness Month. Suicide and overdose are a leading cause of death for individuals during pregnancy and first year postpartum. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@ppdcommission) for related information and events.
May 2022
Our 7th annual Awareness Day took place virtually on May 17, 2022. Check out the program below!
View the recording of the event by clicking here.
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Opening Remarks - 4:00-20:23
MCPAP for Moms and PSI-MA -
20:23-1:09:42
Out of Hospital Birth Care Model -
1:16:07-1:58:50
Screening and Uplifting Fathers -
2:05:33-2:48:50
Closing Remarks - 2:48:50-2:57:35
