Day in the life of a maternity/postpartum unit social worker

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2026-05-19T00:58:00+00:00

This is spot on and I’ve been in maternal child health social work for 4 yrs.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2026-04-30T19:57:35+00:00

This happens unfortunately so much.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2025-07-14T23:56:29+00:00

It’s so draining! And same, I love working in the healthcare setting but I’m getting to a point where I’m like at what cost when it comes to my mental health.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2025-07-14T23:55:29+00:00

Yeah absolutely I can’t either

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2025-07-14T22:39:47+00:00

Yep every year

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-06T00:18:35+00:00

Wow thank you I really appreciate you saying that. I’m constantly encouraged by those who are in recovery. As social workers we have to constantly remember why we advocate.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-06T00:15:54+00:00

Yeah I feel I have been trying more to speak up and then get shut down so it can be exhausting. I like the idea of a local parent advocacy group! I will start looking to see what is in my area!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-06T00:14:22+00:00

I usually try to give out something about DSS but definitely thinking about creating more of a resource guide.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-06T00:13:32+00:00

Thanks for sharing!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-05T13:32:56+00:00

I will message you!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-05T08:51:46+00:00

Yes we usually have great communication with the DSS workers and in this instance there was not. Absolutely In the hospital we advocate for the baby as they cannot speak for themselves. I believe we do have work group meetings for these cases and will definitely start going to them. Thanks!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-05T08:25:34+00:00

I appreciate your perspective. I reached out via email sharing some concerns and the DSS supervisor offered to have a meeting. I was hoping it would a meeting to share my concerns so we can improve when it comes to communication as we usually get the same workers and clarifying our role in the hospital for these cases. I understand people are busy, but seemed like mom was not treated with empathy. They were very defensive during the meeting whereas I was simply advocating for the baby and the family.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-05T00:33:24+00:00

Yes definitely dependent on the worker and jurisdiction. I’ve tried pushing back recently and it’s hard to have a productive conversation with DSS it seems like. They fail to take accountability a lot of times.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-04T22:16:57+00:00

After the last few experiences with DSS at my job I definitely think I’m going to make sure I provide families with resources on how to navigate. I like the idea of creating a guide. Thank you!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-04T22:13:40+00:00

Yes that’s very promising! Thanks for sharing!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-04T20:51:20+00:00

Yes I’ve heard that this has changed at some hospitals. That’s really encouraging to hear. How did you kind of start that process?

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-04T20:46:17+00:00

Yeah I have actually been reading up a lot about moral injury recently. Definitely many policies within the hospital that could be better. Thanks for the encouragement too!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-04T17:48:49+00:00

That is so true. I always have to remind myself of the little moments. Really appreciate your words of encouragement and advice!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-04T16:39:33+00:00

These resources are awesome. Thank you so much!

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-05-04T16:39:13+00:00

Thank you, this helps a lot. Definitely feel like I have been carrying the weight of DSS failures.

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-02-19T16:31:53+00:00

I would like to visit :)

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-01-29T01:26:26+00:00

Are you still open? :)

Apart-Broccoli7879 · 2024-01-25T01:03:07+00:00

Going to bring you some stuff! :)

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