Tune In for PMHI's October Webinar
Monday, October 20th • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM • Irish Time
Perinatal healthcare providers have a powerful opportunity to shape the experiences and outcomes of LGBTQ+ individuals during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. This 90-minute session offers practical, evidence-based tools to help providers deliver affirming and inclusive care.
LGBTQ+ parents are at higher risk for depression, anxiety, and trauma—not because of who they are, but because of stigma, discrimination, and gaps in healthcare systems. By better understanding these challenges and the unique strengths of LGBTQ+ communities, providers can play a vital role in improving mental health outcomes and fostering trust in care.
Participants will gain clear, actionable strategies they can use right away, from using inclusive language and adapting forms, to integrating chosen family, addressing microaggressions, and creating visibly welcoming environments. Case examples and reflection activities will support providers in building both skill and confidence in serving diverse families.
This session is designed to be practical, encouraging, and relevant for anyone working in perinatal care. Attendees will leave with new knowledge, resources, and concrete steps to ensure LGBTQ+ individuals feel respected, supported, and empowered throughout their perinatal journey.
Monday, October 20th • 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM • Irish Time
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Why This Training Matters
LGBTQ+ parents face higher risks for depression, anxiety, and trauma—not because of who they are, but because of stigma, discrimination, and gaps in healthcare systems. Perinatal healthcare providers have a powerful opportunity to shape positive experiences and outcomes for LGBTQ+ individuals by delivering affirming, inclusive care that builds trust and supports mental health.
What You'll Learn:
Understanding unique challenges and strengths of LGBTQ+ communities in perinatal care
Practical strategies for using inclusive language and adapting forms
How to integrate chosen family into care plans
Addressing microaggressions and creating welcoming environments
Evidence-based approaches to reducing mental health disparities
Building confidence in serving diverse families
Concrete steps to ensure respectful, empowering care
Meet Your Instructor!
Dr. Leora DeFlumere,
Perinatal Psychologist and
Couples Therapist
Dr. Leora DeFlumere (@TheGentlePsychologist) is a PSI chartered psychologist dedicated to evidence-based support for new parents. With a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and a Masters in Applied Psychology from Trinity College Dublin, her diverse clinical experience has included community mental health, hospital, corporate, and private practice settings.
She currently works in private practice, providing specialist support to intending, expecting, and new parents in the form of individual and couples therapy, relationship assessments, and parent advice clinics. She, her wife, and their two children are based in Wicklow.
Join the PMHI Community Hub
Where Perinatal Providers Connect & Grow
€19/month gives you:
Attend ALL monthly webinars (with 90-day recording access)
Monthly peer consultation groups
Discussion boards & a treasure trove of resources
Discounts on all other PMHI trainings
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can't attend the live webinar?
Don't worry! When you purchase a live webinar, you'll also automatically receive access to the recording once it is available. This allows you to watch at your convenience if you can't attend live or want to review the content.
If you are a PMHI Community Hub member, you will be automatically invited to attend all live webinars. If you are not able to attend live, each webinar recording is available to you through your membership for 3 months after it was recorded.
Will I receive CPD credits for attending?
You'll receive a certificate of attendance for each webinar, which you can use for your continuing professional development records. The certificate includes the webinar title, presenter, date, and duration.
How do I join the live webinar?
After registration, you'll receive an email with all the details and a Zoom link. We'll also send reminder emails closer to the event date. Simply click the link at the scheduled time to join.
Is there a discount for purchasing multiple webinars?
The most cost-effective way to access multiple webinars is through our PMHI Community Hub membership. For €19/month, you get access to all upcoming monthly webinars plus any recorded webinars from the previous 90 days. You'll also get additional benefits like peer consultation groups and resource libraries.
What technology do I need to participate?
You'll need a device with internet access and the ability to run Zoom. While you can join from any device, a larger screen is recommended for viewing presentation slides. A microphone is helpful for the Q&A portion but not required, as you can also submit questions via chat.
Are the webinars interactive?
Yes! Each webinar includes time for Q&A with the presenter. You can submit questions via the chat function or use your microphone to ask directly during the designated Q&A period. Some presenters also welcome questions ahead of time and when they do, we'll send an email with a form to submit your questions before the event.
What level of expertise is required to benefit from these webinars?
Our webinars are designed to be accessible to professionals at all levels while still providing valuable insights for experienced practitioners. Each webinar description includes information about the intended audience to help you choose the most relevant sessions.
Can I share my registration with colleagues?
Each registration provides access for a single viewer. We appreciate your understanding that sharing access with others impacts our ability to continue providing quality education.
