This podcast is for new mothers, new fathers, families and the health care providers who support them. We discuss the things you need to know about your mental health during the transition to motherhood and parenthood. It's for partners too, who are also going through their own changes. Dr. Kat, specialist in maternal mental health, interviews moms, dads, experts and advocates about how to cope, manage and recover from perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. We talk about postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety and SO MUCH MORE! We get real. We get honest. We put on our stigma crushing boots and address the realities of the transition to motherhood and parenthood, while offering hope, healing and resources for help. Please find more information at www.momandmind.com
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2024-10-03 |
368: Behind the Sessions: Postponing Sleep: Time Alone of Anxiety? Today’s episode covers a common problem I see with clients in therapy; it’s the issue of fighting sleep. People are exhausted, running on empty, and not getting the sleep they need. When the kids go to bed, there is an urge to stay awake and get things... |
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2024-09-30 | When the uncertainty of motherhood is combined with caring for a special needs child, the demands can be overwhelming. Today’s guest shares what it’s like to mother a special needs child and fight through postpartum anxiety and depression to find heali... |
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2024-09-23 | It is an undeniable fact that our Western norms for prenatal and postnatal care of mothers are very different from other countries and cultures. Even the term “confinement” is not as familiar to most Americans as it is in other countries. Join us as we... |
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2024-09-19 |
365: Behind The Sessions: To-Do Lists and Self-Criticism: You’ve Done More Than You Think The idea of “not doing enough” comes up every week with moms in therapy who feel like they aren’t getting enough done on their to-do list, whether it’s an actual list or a mental list in their minds. Let’s explore this topic deeper. Show Highlights: ... |
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2024-09-16 | The transition back to work as a new parent can be a difficult time to navigate, and many factors can have a significant impact on our lives and emotional well-being. Even though the transition can cause anxiety, depression, and heavy emotions, there a... |
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2024-09-09 | Today’s episode carries a sensitivity notice for anyone currently processing a birth trauma and anyone who isn’t prepared for hearing a life-threatening birth story. Please care for your emotional health and use your judgment and join us for Kayleigh’s... |
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2024-09-05 |
362: Behind the Sessions: The Guilt of Wanting Alone Time as a Mom There are many different reasons that bring people into therapy. I often find myself angered by how societal impacts and pressures continue to haunt new moms to the point of making them feel bad about themselves. They can feel stuck and wonder if their... |
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2024-09-02 |
361: Healing Birth Trauma Through Storytelling and Sharing the Narratives of Black Mothers Today’s episode focuses on the narrative style of therapy, and it’s a topic that we haven’t covered on the podcast before. We always want to explore new therapeutic approaches and the various ways they can offer healing and support for more women. Ever... |
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2024-08-26 |
360: Clinical Hypnosis and Strategic Psychotherapy for Perinatal Mental Health Today’s episode is about the benefits of two lesser-known therapy modalities and how they can be used in perinatal mental health. Join us to learn more from our expert guest! Abigail Burd is a licensed clinical social worker, reproductive mental health... |
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2024-08-22 |
359: Behind The Sessions: Signs and Symptoms of Postpartum Anxiety with Dr. Kat Even though the experiences might be different, there are many similarities in postpartum struggles. It helps all of us to know that ALL of our experiences are real, and no one has it “all figured out.” Thinking that everyone else but you must have it ... |
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