The transition into motherhood impacts our physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual state. Throw in a global pandemic and you've got a whole lot of lonely moms trying to figure out how to be healthy and whole in isolation. Even moms who aren't new to the parenting game have been thrown a loop and are starting from scratch all over again. Almost exactly a year after her second conversation with M4M, Elizabeth Cheroutes joins us for Mental Health Awareness Month to discuss maternal mental health during these challenging times and why finding your people is so important for new parents. Elizabeth takes a special interest in the unique experience of new and expecting parents and has dedicated several years to understanding the dynamics of perinatal mental health. She is the co-founder of the Jackson Perinatal Advocacy Project. She has lived in the Jackson Hole Community since 1992. Elizabeth works as a social worker and therapist specializing in trauma-informed care. She is active in many local social service agencies. She is a former President of the Wyoming Chapter of National Association of Social Workers. This conversation was recorded on September 24, 2020 Mindfulness 4 Mamas supports the well-being of mamas by gathering in a safe, non-judgmental space and providing mothers of all ages and stages access to mindful practices and shared community.   Learn more about M4M and receive weekly updates by signing up for our enewsletter, Mindful Musings, at https://www.mindfulnessformamas.org  Connect with us on facebook and Instagram  @mindfulness4mamas  https://www.facebook.com/mindfulness4...  https://www.facebook.com/groups/23627...  If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the like button and consider sharing with a friend or family member! Thank you!!!