Diana Lynn Barnes, Psy.D. LMFT Topics discussed: The Psychological gestation of motherhood, transition to motherhood, societal pressures in motherhood, Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, Body and Mind, how chronic continuing stress has an impact on pregnancy and postpartum, who is the “good mother”. Diana Lynn Barnes, Psy.D., LMFT is a past president of Postpartum Support International and…
Real and Personal Story from suffering to healing: Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, PTSD from Birth Trauma and OCD *Sensitivity notice – difficult content* Amy Corn, Mom and Advocate, Is a mother of two and a survivor of postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD. She is actively working as a volunteer and advocate for maternal mental health in her…
Executive Director of Postpartum Support International, Dr. Wendy Davis!!! Wendy shares some of her personal story and how she came to specialize in perinatal mental health. We also discuss all of the amazing working parts of Postpartum Support International, including the training certifications, advocacy, volunteer opportunities, group support, phone support and much more! Wendy Davis,…
Rachel shares her personal story and discusses how breastfeeding complications contributed to her postpartum mental health. This is a story that so many mothers can relate to and connect with! Rachel is a licensed independent social worker with a background in behavioral health. She currently writes at http://www.fullmotherhood.com about emotional wellness for mothers. To learn more from…
Did you all know that you can get training or psychotherapy from Dr. Shosh? She is very active in treating, training and advocacy. Dr. Shosh is with us again today! We get to delve into the Postpartum Action Institute, that she co-founded with Jane Honikman. They offer small group training, support and guidance for therapists…
Dr. Shoshana Bennett This amazing woman has pushed the field of perinatal mental health forward with her advocacy, expert knowledge, training for psychotherapist, produced a film on PPD and even has an APP. Please listen in to this wealth of knowledge and look into the amazing resources that she offers! Affectionately known as Dr. Shosh, she…