Area(s) of Emphasis:

Global Health, Lifespan Diseases, Health Services Policy & Population Health

Research Interests:

Maternal Mental Health, Maternal Infant Attachment, Babywearing, Breastfeeding, Attachment, Adverse Childhood Events

Current Research Summary:

I am interested in the impact of maternal health (mental health) on attachments between mother and infant. I am working to explore practices which promote maternal mental health and positive attachments between caregiver and child. Maternal Mental Health is gaining attention as a national and global health priority.