In this enlightening episode of Dare to Care with Michelle, we delve into the often-overlooked topic of maternal mental health with Nicola Crawley 🌸, a reflexologist, hypnotherapist, and Master NLP Practitioner.
Nicola shares her personal journey through peri and postnatal depression 🤰💔, offering valuable insights into the challenges faced by many mothers.
She discusses the impact of neurodivergence 🧠 on maternal mental health and emphasizes the importance of breaking the taboos 🚫 surrounding these issues to create success and well-being for mothers 👩👧👦.
Key Takeaways:
Understanding Maternal Mental Health: Gain insights into the prevalence and impact of peri and postnatal depression, affecting up to 40% of Black and Latina mothers, which is twice the rate of their White counterparts 📊 (policycentermmh.org)
Neurodivergence and Maternal Health: Explore how conditions like ADHD and autism can influence the experience of maternal mental health challenges 💡.
Breaking the Silence: Learn strategies to overcome societal taboos and foster open conversations about maternal mental health 🤐💬.
Nicola's dedication to supporting mothers through her practice in Newport, South Wales, underscores the importance of accessible mental health care for all 💖.
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Join us for this empowering conversation aimed at raising awareness and providing support for maternal mental health 🌱.
Always remember to Dare to Care because Caring is Cool. ❣️
