About this episode
1-833-TLC-MAMA What if one call could change everything for a struggling mom? In this episode, Sarah is joined by Jamie Belsito , fierce advocate and founder of the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance . Together, they talk about the journey that led to the creation of the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline , why maternal mental health is a policy issue , and how we can finally stop failing mothers one text or call at a time. More about Jamie Belsito Jamie founded MMHLA in 2019 to prioritize national policy on maternal mental health and currently serves as Director of Policy and Partnerships. A key advocate for maternal mental health, she has helped: pass three federal laws, establish the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, secure funding for state programs, and create the first maternal mental health program for the U.S. military. Jamie represented the 4th Essex District in the Massachusetts general court and is currently the Town Moderator for the Town of Topsfield. She served as: a Trustee of Salem State University, a Commissioner on the Ellen Story Special Commission on Postpartum Depression, and a Board member of the Massachusetts March of Dimes. She is also a former U.S. Congressional candidate, advocating for mothers and families. 24/7 Call or text the Maternal Mental Health hotline @ 1-833-TLC-MAMA Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance: MMHLA National Maternal Mental Health Hotline | MCHB Fact Sheets — Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance: MMHLA