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Data were analysed using modified grounded theory methodology, ensuring rigor through interrater reliability.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Main Outcome Measures<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Black women's experiences of mental health following sPTB, barriers and facilitators to MMH, and their recommendations for improving MMH after sPTB.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Thirteen interviews were completed, averaging 1.5\u2009years post\u2010delivery. Interrater reliability showed almost perfect coding agreement (mean kappa 0.99 (SD 0.01)). Participants experienced self\u2010blame, anxiety, isolation, and prolonged duration of mental health symptoms. Dismissiveness, neglect, and medical racism were mental health barriers. Person\u2010centred care, family\u2010centred care and racial congruency were mental health facilitators. Participants recommended transparent communication, specialised mental health providers, support groups, and culturally sensitive care to improve MMH.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Black women with sPTB endured prolonged mental health sequelae heightened by neglect, dismissiveness, and medical racism. 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