Description

Most people know about postpartum depression, but many do NOT know about the array of other mood disorders that can in the perinatal period. Therapist Beth Ahlin and I discuss these, address why they are so common in our industrialized culture, and encourage moms to reach out if they ever feel symptoms of any of these, as it is NOT shameful to need help.

**TRIGGER WARNING: WE TALK ABOUT SUICIDE UNTIL ABOUT MINUTE 8**

• The "village" is gone; lack of help/support is 1 of several reasons postpartum mood disorders are so common now
• These issues will often start during pregnancy & increase postpartum
• A certain level of emotional changes/feeling, anger, worry, etc. is normal; but if you are unsure, reach out for help
• We explain many mood disorders and signs/symptoms of them
• We explain how to get help
• Beth and I share our personal experiences with postpartum mood disorders

Resources Mentioned:

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
• Postpartum Support International Hotline: 1-800-944-4773
• Mom's Line St. Louis: 1-314-768-6667
• Beth Ahlin: CE Ahlin, Facebook
• Doula Match

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