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246: Beyond PPD: Healing and Supporting Suffering Mothers

Body / BodyImage / Body Shaming, Podcast, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum DepressionDecember 5, 2022816Views0Likes0Comments
My guest today shares her story of pregnancy and postpartum where she experienced “the sampler platter” of issues. Her experiences were varied, and they amounted to more than just the classic PPD symptoms. Because she didn’t understand what was happening, she felt like she was a bad parent in every way even though she appeared…

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244: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety’s Impact and Healing Journey

Podcast, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum DepressionNovember 21, 2022860Views0Likes0Comments
Today’s story is from a mom who experienced postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and rage. Many of us have been through one or more of these symptoms, and it’s especially hard for mental health providers to acknowledge these conditions. Postpartum depression and anxiety can take you by surprise, even if you know what to look for…

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postpartum anxiety and coping with a congenital birth defect diagnosis

243: Postpartum Anxiety and Coping with a Congenital Birth Defect Diagnosis

Baby's Medical Condition, Podcast, Postpartum AnxietyNovember 14, 2022958Views0Likes0Comments
https://youtu.be/ihGMBAPVdDM Even though postpartum anxiety is common and carries less stigma than it once did, things escalate to a whole new level when a birth defect diagnosis enters the mix. The stress and anxiety of a mother, father, and caregivers are compounded when new parenthood involves caring for a baby with special needs, and these parents…

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value of fathers and the Black voice in parenthood

242: The Value of Fathers and The Black Voice in Parenthood

BIPOC, Men / Fathers, Podcast, Postpartum DepressionNovember 4, 2022884Views0Likes0Comments
https://youtu.be/-vL5cjGkzFo I’m excited to introduce you to my guest, who is doing amazing work with fathers. His work is very important and very needed in today’s world, and he’s working to combat the negative stereotypes around uninvolved fathers. I met him recently at the Postpartum Support International conference, where he won an award for his work,…

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241: From Pregnancy Anxiety to Making Impactful Change for New Parents

Podcast, Postpartum Anxiety, Resources / Support / Documentary, Wellness / PreventionOctober 31, 2022838Views0Likes0Comments
https://youtu.be/HnIWt7ob8DU Even in our modern world, we still have progress to make in terms of education around pregnancy, motherhood, and maternal mental health. Education and information are key in keeping parents from feeling blindsided and helping them feel supported when issues arise. Out of her personal motherhood experience, my guest is making an impact in the…

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