“Our mental health journeys begin before we ever leave the womb and are bound up in the mental health of those who raise us.” - Ernestine Benedict, Host

Associate Producer - THE EARLIEST

The Earliest takes a deep and personal look into mental health in the earliest years of life. In Season One, Host Ernestine Benedict presents the birth story of early childhood expert, doula, and mother Elizabeth Pihlaja and explores pregnancy, birth, trauma, mental health, and well-being in the earliest years of life – the years that matter most.

As AP, I scheduled guests, conducted pre-interviews and voiceover sessions with the host and guests, ordered transcripts, and organized files and archival footage. I also reviewed audio drafts, wrote host and ad copy, and provided editorial feedback throughout the production process.

The Earliest launched on May 5, 2022, in conjunction with Mother’s Day and Mental Health Awareness Month.