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184: Personal Journey of Birth and Adoption as an Adult Sexual Assault Survivor

Adoption, PodcastAugust 10, 20202KViews 0Likes 0Comments

In many ways, our life experiences around reproduction impact us and our mental health significantly. Today’s show focuses on the story of adult sexual trauma and how our guest was affected as she became a mother. **The nature of this topic of sexual trauma and differing birth experiences prompt a sensitivity warning for some listeners.…

183: Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and OCD – Alisa’s Story

Podcast, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Depression, Postpartum OCDJuly 27, 20202KViews 1Like 0Comments

Perinatal mood and anxiety disorder can leave you feeling lost, alone, and confused by the symptoms. This is why it’s so important that we hear personal stories of others that show us we are not alone. Alisa Pastecki is a Sales Executive for a network equipment and services provider that works with telecommunications companies all…

182: Pediatricians’ Important Role in Perinatal Mental Health

PodcastJuly 6, 20202KViews 0Likes 0Comments

We are constantly learning more about the importance of mental health and its impact on the overall health of parents, children, and the entire family. More and more clinicians are getting trained in perinatal mental health, which is exactly what is needed. In today’s show, we get a pediatrician’s perspective of stepping in to help…

181: Fathers and Perinatal Mental Health

Men / Fathers, PodcastJune 22, 20202KViews 0Likes 0Comments

We have the honor of hearing from Dr. Sheehan Fisher about new fathers, the transitions they may go through when a baby comes along, as well as the challenges and strengths that they may experience. There are quite a few gems in our talk today, one of which is how the role of fatherhood is…

180: There’s More to My Postpartum Story

PodcastJune 15, 20201KViews 0Likes 0Comments

My goal is for the show to be a mix of personal stories, expert interviews, information, and education. Even though my story isn’t usually at the forefront, I find that it’s powerful and meaningful to share my experiences, and that’s the focus of today’s episode. Join us! You know me as Dr. Kat, but my…

179: Black Women Birthing Justice

BIPOC, PodcastMay 25, 20202KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Have you ever considered how the systemic and institutional racism, implicit bias and disempowerment of women might be played out with birth? This is especially true for Black women, many of whom are experiencing discrimination, bias, racism and/or poor care while pregnant, birthing or postpartum. Today’s show explores these dynamics, the findings of a research…