drkat, Author at Well Mind Perinatal

drkat

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167: When Your Own Thoughts and Feelings are Overwhelming

Podcast, Postpartum PsychosisJanuary 13, 2020528Views 0Likes 0Comments

Welcome to a new year! This is a monumental year for me, as it marks ten years since I was pregnant with my daughter and experienced postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD. I never dreamed back then that I would be where I am today, trying to help moms and families because of my personal mental…

166: You’re the Strongest People I Know

PodcastDecember 23, 2019634Views 0Likes 0Comments

As we close out the year, I’m reflecting on my work over the past years. I’m struck by how incredibly strong you all are, and I mean every person who’s endured a perinatal mental health condition. Perinatal mental conditions are very difficult to encounter, and many people navigate their way through these experiences without any…

165: Encore! Holiday Self-Care and Stress Reduction

Podcast, Stress/ Burnout / PerfectionismNovember 25, 2019702Views 0Likes 0Comments

Do you find the holidays stressful? We would all have to say YES if we’re completely honest. For a pregnant mom, a postpartum mom, or a mom experiencing loss, the holiday obligations can be overwhelming in magnified ways. In today’s solo episode, we will discuss how to survive the holidays and manage stress by setting…

164: Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for Reproductive Health

Fertility / Infertility, PodcastNovember 11, 2019590Views 0Likes 0Comments

We’re diving deep into acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. We’re talking specifically about how these treatments can be used in support of people dealing with reproductive health issues and mental health conditions. Abigail Morgan is a mother of two, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, and a writer. She is board certified by the state of…

163: “Dear Scarlett: The Story of My Postpartum Depression”

Podcast, Postpartum DepressionOctober 28, 2019610Views 0Likes 0Comments

Today’s show is a personal story of the darkness of postpartum depression and the healing that comes through professional help, self-awareness, and gentleness. The best part of my guest’s experience is the passion she’s gained for helping other moms reach through the darkness to the other side of hope and healing. Teresa Wong is a…

162: Pregnancy After Loss Support

PodcastOctober 14, 2019945Views 0Likes 0Comments

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we are trying to honor each and every one of those losses. Each one has brought significant pain to many people, including grief that is most difficult to acknowledge and navigate. Today’s show focuses on one such loss that has led to the creation of a…

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