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Postpartum Anxiety

253: Healing Through Trauma From Birth and the Pandemic

Podcast, Postpartum, Postpartum Anxiety, Wellness / PreventionJanuary 23, 2023852Views 0Likes 0Comments

Those trained in perinatal mental health can still struggle with perinatal mental health conditions. Having professional knowledge of the issues doesn’t make someone immune from any mental health problems. I’m grateful that today’s guest is sharing her story to show that those in the helping professions can experience the same struggles that any other person…

252: Preparation and Prevention of Perinatal Mental Health Conditions

Podcast, Postpartum, Postpartum Anxiety, Wellness / PreventionJanuary 16, 2023810Views 0Likes 0Comments

Today’s focus is on thinking ahead in your perinatal mental health journey. Most of us learn about our problems as they are happening, and we have to learn how to cope along the way. When someone who has “been there” is open and honest about their experience, we can plan ahead and be better prepared.…

251: No More Shame: Therapists Need Help, Too

Podcast, Postpartum, Postpartum Anxiety, Wellness / PreventionJanuary 9, 20231KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Talking about your own mental health can be even more difficult if you work in the mental health field. There is shame and stigma attached to a therapist who admits that they need help because the assumption is that therapists don’t need help with mental health. My guest shares her story of postpartum struggles and…

248: Challenges of Postpartum Depression and Anxiety in a Rural Community

Podcast, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum DepressionDecember 15, 2022579Views 0Likes 0Comments

Having a perinatal mood disorder is challenging on its own, but it becomes even more difficult in rural communities where the right resources are not readily accessible. In addition, rural areas are made up of small communities where everyone knows everyone else’s business, which further stigmatizes anyone seeking mental health resources. My guest shares her…

246: Beyond PPD: Healing and Supporting Suffering Mothers

Body / BodyImage / Body Shaming, Podcast, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum DepressionDecember 5, 2022843Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…

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

Podcast, Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum DepressionNovember 21, 2022884Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…