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Dr. Kat's Postpartum Story
I am sharing my postpartum story, in honor of Maternal Mental Health Month. Karen Kleiman is interviewing me, as the guest. Yes that's right!
I last told my story way back in Episode 1 in June 2016. I want all of you who know me as Dr. Kat professionally…
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"Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts"
We continue in the month of May, Mental Health Awareness Month!
We always need more awareness and advocacy for mental health in general, but for far too long, maternal mental health has been underrecognized and underdiagnosed. So many people have suffered without good resources and the proper support…
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Treatment-Resistant Postpartum Depression
The message of today’s conversation is that postpartum depression and anxiety don’t always have simple, easy fixes. Medications, therapy, and other supports don’t help some as quickly as others. In these cases, suffering mothers need to know that they are not alone and that others are going through the…
Severe Postpartum Anxiety and Depression
My guest today shares her personal story of severe postpartum anxiety and depression while appearing in a high-functioning state to those around her. It is important for us to hear real-life accounts from those who look like “everything is fine.” Join us for a closer look from this unique perspective.…
Immigrants and Culture Shock
Perinatal mental health is important for every new mom, but there are extra challenges for moms who are immigrants living in a country and culture that are unfamiliar. Such is the story of today’s guest. Join us to hear how she overcame many difficulties to turn her trauma into her renewed…
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…