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This presentation explores the essential role of occupational therapy in supporting individuals during the immediate postpartum period within the acute care hospital setting.
It highlights the unique physical, emotional, and functional challenges faced by new mothers and birthing parents, and outlines how OT interventions can promote recovery, optimize occupational performance, and support the transition to parenthood.
Attendees will gain insight into assessment strategies, therapeutic interventions, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advocacy efforts necessary to establish and sustain postpartum OT services in acute care.
Clinical examples and practical implementation tips will equip therapists to build a strong foundation for this emerging area of practice.
Identify the unique occupational therapy needs of individuals in the immediate postpartum period within the acute care setting.
Describe evidence-based OT assessment and intervention strategies to support postpartum recovery and occupational engagement.
Discuss the role of OT in interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance postpartum care outcomes.
Outline practical steps for initiating and implementing postpartum OT services in a hospital-based acute care setting.
Advocate for the inclusion of occupational therapy in standard postpartum care through education, documentation, and program development.
Stacey Rosselot
With over a decade of experience, Stacey specializes in acute care, maternal mental health, pelvic floor therapy, and infant/pediatric care. She is a certified Perinatal Health Specialist and and is currently pursuing her Level I certification as a Pelvic Floor Practitioner. Her doctoral research explored the role of postpartum social support in reducing the risk of postpartum anxiety and depression. Stacey is deeply passionate about supporting individuals through pregnancy and postpartum -- treating holistically from “Belly to Baby.”
This lecture was created to support professionals committed to advancing maternal and women’s health. Once inside, you’ll be able to watch on your own time and revisit the content whenever you need.
