Supporting Queer Families in the Perinatal Period: Moving from Tolerance to Cultural Humility

Includes a Live Web Event on 10/29/2024 at 2:45 PM (EDT)

Only available as part of a package

This workshop will provide participants with a deeper understanding of the range of LGBTQIA2S+ identities, families, language, and potential needs during the perinatal period, with a lens towards the right of folks to self-identify. Through small group discussion, lecture, and learning exercises participants will be given the opportunity to examine their own learned biases, how they impact the work, and steps towards change.

Rachel Hess

CPD, MS

Rachel Hess is a CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula deeply committed to improving the lives of children and families in the greater Boston area. She works individually with new families, leads parent support groups and is an experienced trainer and facilitator within the perinatal community. She has presented on the topic of supporting LGBTQIA2S+ families for the Partners in Perinatal Health Conference and for the Boston Association of Childbirth Educators. Her article “Supporting LGBTQ Families: Tips for Doulas” is available in the collection Round the Circle. Previous work includes supporting new families at Isis Parenting and Mama and Me. Rachel holds a MS from Wheelock College and a BA from Oberlin College. She lives in Roslindale with her two children.