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439: Caring for Two: The Essentials of Psychiatric Medication in Pregnancy

Watch on YouTube: Caring for Two: Psychiatric Medication During Pregnancy “I have to stop taking my mental health medications during pregnancy, right?” This question is a common one for pregnant moms, and the answer might surprise you. There are many misconceptions about medications during pregnancy, especially those for mental health conditions. Many moms have been…

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Breastfeeding and D-MER

434: Behind the Sessions: Re-Release- Breastfeeding, D-MER and Maternal Mental Health

Watch on YouTube: When Suffering is Minimized: The Journey Through Undiagnosed Pregnancy and Postpartum Mood Disorders We are hearing Alyssa’s story in today’s episode. She shares her experience with postpartum anxiety, depression, and OCD, as well as her lifelong battle for mental health. We’ve discussed many times on the podcast that a history of mental…

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Hysterectomy, Childbirth Trauma

406: Mothers Share Impacts of Hysterectomy and Childbirth Trauma

Watch on YouTube: Mothers Share Impacts of Hysterectomy and Childbirth Trauma Today’s show is unique in that we have four guests sharing their stories of losing a uterus to survive childbirth, and the chaos left behind after this traumatic event. These four women have connected over the struggle to rebuild their lives, the constant dismissal…

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401: Behind The Sessions: Understanding Feeling Disconnected From Pregnancy

Watch on YouTube: Behind The Sessions: Understanding Feeling Disconnected From Pregnancy It’s not uncommon to feel disconnected from your pregnancy and your unborn baby. These feelings bring shame for not living up to the idealized standard of what pregnancy and motherhood “should be.” This shame can lead to isolation, confusion, painful fears, and an emotional…

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292: Sports Psychology Strategies for Empowered Birth with Dr. Carla Meijen

Watch on YouTube: Sports Psychology Strategies for Empowered Birth Welcome back for another great episode! I’m joined by Dr. Carla Meijen to discuss her book, Empowered Birth: Lessons From Sport Psychology for Your Maternity Journey. Her book is a fascinating take on how pregnancy can be viewed as an endurance sport. Join us to learn…

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