A podcast by the VNPC, for everyone.

The VNPC Bear Hug Conversations podcast takes listeners on a journey into the world of maternal and infant health in Virginia. From community to clinical perspectives, Bear Hug Conversations is a space for you to expand your horizons and learn something new.

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The third episode of Bear Hug Conversations covers information pregnant and postpartum women need to know for emergency room visits, and features guest speaker Dr. Shannon Walsh.

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Welcome to the conversation

New episodes are released on the first Friday of the month.

Welcome and Introductions

Tiffany Carter & Terrance Dixon (VNPC)

March 2025

Monitoring Urgent Maternal Warning Signs with Support

Stephanie Spencer (UBB)

April 2025

Moms: What Your ER Doctor Needs to Know

Shannon Walsh, MD

May 2025

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The Bear Hug Conversations podcast is available to stream online on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

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Visit our website to find more information about VNPC initiatives and maternal and infant health events and resources.