In this weeks episode I am joined by the delightful Abigail Cook. Abbey and I became friends through a local gym class and I am so grateful to have her join me on this episode.
She opens up and talks us through her experience with postpartum anxiety and depression. A topic that is so so important and not spoken about enough. With around 14% of Australia women experiencing PND (1 in 7) it is more common than you may think.
We talk about how and where it started and what it looked like for her. With fear being a reoccurring theme, I just know there are many mothers (and fathers) out there who are going to resonate with her story. With so many things changing, pressure to do or be a certain type of 'mum' and the stress of keeping a new born healthy and alive it is no wonder many new parents have a difficult time. Listen in to hear why she feels that everyone going through this journey should have access to a therapist and what may have helped her looking back
There is something in here for everyone to walk away with.
You can find Abigail at @abigail.g.cook on instagram
LINKS
https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Depression-during-pregnancy.pdf
https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/resources/fact-sheets
Thank you for taking the time to listen, I am SO glad that you are here with me today!
Find ME on instagram at either @hightidelowtideau or @a_girl_and_the_ocean
Please note that in these episodes we will discuss mental health and all that it entails. Some time we will talk about suicide and self harm, if this is triggering for you please take a moment to decide if you should continue to listen.
If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help now, call triple zero (000). You can also call Lifeline on 13 11 14 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Other helplines available in Australia include
Mens help line (24/7)- 1300 78 99 78
BeyondBlue (24/7)- 1300 22 46 36
Sane Australia (10am-10pm)- 1800 18 72 63
Suicide Call Back Service (24/7)- 1300 659 467
