Progressing Through Postpartum (P3) Program
1 in 5 mothers and one in 10 partners will experience a perinatal mood disorder such as depression and anxiety during pregnancy and up to a year after giving birth. Care teams at Mon Health Obstetrics and Gynecology are combating these statistics by offering postpartum support services to new families.
The Progressing Through Postpartum (P3) Program is a full-service virtual outreach program based at your Mon Health OB/GYN clinic. Our team of experts provide new obstetric education (even if it's not your first baby), pre-delivery feeding education, childbirth education and follow-up in person consultations. We also offer warm hand off referrals for any specialized care you may need. Lots of moms have mood changes related to pregnancy and post-partum hormone changes.
We are here to support you throughout pregnancy and your whole first year of post-partum. We are a text away. For our text information and more, click HERE.
What are some symptoms of mood changes?
- Sadness, anger, exhaustion, nervousness, and feeling out of control or overwhelmed
- Difficulty sleeping or eating
- Fears or scary thoughts that don't go away
- Feeling anxious or insecure, and nervous about being alone
Does this sound familiar to you or a loved one? We're here to help.
- Services we provide:
- In Person Feeding Support
- Getting you connected to Community Resources
- Virtual Support Groups
- Therapy & Psychiatry referrals to providers with specialized training in Maternal Mental Health
Virtual Support Groups
Mon Health System’s P3 Program offers a variety of weekly virtual support groups with topics that are designed to meet your needs on the journey to parenthood. Below are the group topics, dates/times, and registration links for each group. Please register for any that you may be interested in joining.
Please register for any groups that you may be interested in joining. After registering, you will receive an email with the link for recurring weekly meetings that you can save to your calendar.
After registering, you will receive an email with the link for recurring weekly meetings that you can save to your calendar.
Breastfeeding Support Group, Mondays at 10AM: Register here
Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group, Wednesdays at 10AM: Register here
Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group, Wednesdays at 5:30PM: Register here
Loss Support Group, Thursdays at 5:30PM: Register here
Baby Steps MATR Program
This program collaborates with OB/GYN practitioners, Mon Health and other necessary providers to ensure clients receive the comprehensive care and support they need. Click HERE to learn more.
Our Experts
Jennifer Bender, RN-C, IBCLC
Perinatal Nurse Navigator | Internationally Board-Certified Lactation Consultant
Text or Call: (304) 282-8511
Email: Jennifer.Bender@VandaliaHealth.org
Jennifer has worked in Obstetrics for over 20 years as a labor delivery nurse and lactation consultant. Jennifer moved to the Nurse Navigator role in 2020 and started the P3 Program.
Drawing from her experience she followed a proactive outreach approach to check in with families rather than waiting for them to reach out.
She offers in person or virtual pre delivery lactation consultations. She can also schedule follow up consultations after your baby arrives. She takes over outreach after the baby arrives and through the entire postpartum year no matter how you plan to feed your baby. She can answer feeding, new baby and postpartum questions and concerns. We know no matter how many babies you have checking on your mood and the mood of others in your household is important.
Kristen Frisco-Strosnider, RMA
Perinatal Navigator
Text or Call: 304-282-7769
Email: Kristen.Frisco-Strosnider@VandaliaHealth.org
Kristen has worked in OB/GYN since 2013 as a registered medical assistant. In November of 2023 she took a role in the P3 and Baby Steps MATR program as a Perinatal Navigator/OB coordinator. Kristen connects with all pregnant patients and continues to follow them until the baby is born. Kristen communicates via text message sending out education/information during certain milestones and or more frequently as needed during the pregnancy. Kristen connects with our pregnant patients that have a substance use disorder to help them navigate treatment/resources and the education they need for a healthy/successful pregnancy and delivery. Kristen serves as the point/go to person in the clinic.
Mindy Mussano, ADN, RN
Perinatal Nurse Navigator
Text or Call: 304-517-3007
Email: Mindy.Mussano@VandaliaHealth.org
Mindy provides comprehensive navigation throughout pregnancy and coordination of services for expectant families based on their individual needs. She offers evidence-based education and breastfeeding support for pregnant and postpartum patients. Mindy also facilitates support for those experiencing mental health or substance use concerns.
Click here to download the P3 Team Flyer.
Our P3 Program is made possible through the generosity of grants and community support. As we continue to expand and serve those in need, donations are always welcomed and greatly appreciated.