In this soul-stirring conversation, Dr. Stephanie Hack, MD, MPH, sits down with Dr. René Stokes, MD—renowned psychiatrist and founder of Whole First Psychiatry—for an unfiltered yet deeply nurturing dialogue on birth trauma. With compassion and clinical clarity, they explore how trauma can quietly shape the postpartum experience and emotional health, especially for Black mothers and birthing people. This episode offers validation, insight, and a gentle path toward healing. If you've ever felt unseen in your birthing journey, this one’s for you.