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Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're sitting down to discuss yet another incredible program here at PSI! We'll be talking with Elizabeth Lilley about the vital work of PSI's Legal Justice Program, which focuses on educating legal professionals about perinatal mental health disorders and helping improve the support available to parents and families involved in the legal system in the context of a perinatal mental health disorder. This conversation covers PSI's free resources for legal professionals and families, volunteer opportunities, and the importance of reducing stigma around mental health disorders — which are temporary and treatable. Altogether now: perinatal mental health disorders are temporary and treatable. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode spotlighting PSI's Legal Justice Program.Mentioned on today's episode:PSI's Legal Justice ProgramEmail: legaljustice@postpartum.netPSI NewslettersInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're sitting down with … ourselves! PSI's Annual Conference is right around the corner, and we know what that means — familiar faces, big energy, and a lot of people who are going to walk past the Climb table and think, wait, what is that? So we figured — we have microphones. Let's talk about it! Before I ever led a Climb, I attended one. I showed up to support a friend. What I didn't know at the time was that I was there for me, too. I just didn't know it yet. Whether you're thinking about attending a PSI Climb event, leading one, partnering with one — or you've heard about The Climb and aren't entirely sure what we're talking about — this one's for you. And if you're headed to PSI's Annual Conference this year, come say hi to us at the Climb table! Without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and let's talk about how to get involved in a Climb near you!Mentioned on Today's Episode:Support or lead a Climb!PSI's Annual ConferenceInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're talking about matrescence. And if that's a word you've never heard before, you are not alone and you are in exactly the right place. Matrescence is the process of becoming a mother. It's a developmental passage, biological, emotional, social, spiritual. It can begin before birth. And according to our guest, Chelsea Robinson, it may even last a lifetime. Think of it like adolescence, but for motherhood. Messy, disorienting, and probably nothing like what you expected. Chelsea is a licensed clinical social worker, and she brings both the clinical grounding and genuine passion for this topic. We dive into why so many mothers feel blindsided by the identity shift that comes with parenthood. I know that this rings true for a couple of podcast hosts. We also talk about why simply having a name for this experience can be quietly life-changing, and how to know what's normal versus when we might need some extra support. Whether you're in the thick of early motherhood or years in wondering why it still feels like a lot, this one's for you. So without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode all about matrescence. Mentioned on today's episode:What were some things you were afraid to say when you became a parent? Email us! dani@postpartum.netPSI's HelpLine: 800-944-4773Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 833-852-6262PSI's Peer Support GroupsMore on MatrescenceInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Elizabeth Lilley, a doula, perinatal mental health advocate, and the manager of PSI's Legal Justice Program. Elizabeth shares openly about her own journey into motherhood, her experience navigating a cross-country move away from her existing system, and how those personal experiences helped shape the work she does today. We'll also talk about Elizabeth's professional path, including her work in legal justice, her dedication to supporting families in the perinatal period, and what it looks like to balance caring for others while also making space for your own healing, boundaries, and self-care. This conversation touches on motherhood, mental health, advocacy, support, and the ways our personal and professional lives can deeply intersect. We were honored to sit down and record this conversation. So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Elizabeth.Mentioned in today's episode:PSI's Legal Justice ProgramPSI's Annual ConferenceWatching: Will Trent; Grey's AnatomyConnect with Elizabeth: Lilley Wellness; legaljustice@postpartum.netInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Independent journalist Terrell Jermaine Starr discusses expanding the definition of race and how racism informs politics both in the U.S. and abroad. He explores the relatively brief period of American history dedicated to "getting things right," explains why he dislikes comparisons between the modern U.S. and Nazi Germany, and shares his experience being embedded with Ukraine's territorial defense forces during the Russian invasion.Additionally, Terrell breaks down the Russian word for "Black," reveals what he would ask Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an interview, and offers a unique perspective on "woke culture."Support and follow his work:Patreon: patreon.com/TerrelljstarrofficiaSubstack: terrellstarr.substack.comContributions: venmo.com/u/Terrell-Starr or paypal.me/terrellstarrWebsites: terrellstarr.com and blackdiplomats.netFind the full audio library of Blue Vote Café episodes at bluevotecafe.com. Remember to register and request your ballot every year at votefromabroad.org.

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're joined by the one, the only, Katie Crenshaw - PSI's Brand & Integrated Marketing Manager - to chat all about Maternal Mental Health Month 2026. We'll cover the need-to-know details: what Maternal Mental Health Month is, why awareness matters, how you can get involved, and of course, all of our other burning questions. We'll talk about PSI's Connect the Dots campaign, the power of storytelling, and how sharing real experiences can help reduce stigma, build connection, and even save lives. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode spotlighting Maternal Mental Health Month 2026.MMH Month 2026Campaign Creator KitThe Blue Dot Project's InstagramInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the I Am One podcast. On today's episode, we're talking about something that doesn't get nearly enough attention in all of those months of getting ready for baby: your mental health after they arrive. We plan for birth, for feeding, for the nursery and the car seat in a hospital bag or bags. Listen, nobody's judging, okay? You pack as many bags as you need. But the emotional reality of postpartum, that part usually gets skipped or saved for after the fact when you're already in the thick of it. Luckily, PSI has a free postpartum planning class designed to change that. It helps expectant parents think ahead about their own well-being, not just the newborn logistics, so that when things get hard, you've already got something in place to help. So without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode spotlighting PSI's postpartum planning class. Mentioned on today's episode:Postpartum Planning ClassPostpartum Planning Class en EspañolPostpartum Planning PDFLearn more about MatrescenceConnect with Patricia: ppclass@postpartum.netInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Shatiera Amankrah — a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is connected to PSI in so many ways, and who brings both clinical expertise and her own lived experience with infertility to this conversation. We'll chat about isolation and depression, unexplained infertility, male factor infertility, why perinatal mental health care needs to start long before the positive test, and the power of boundaries, self-love, and community support — among many other topics. Grab a pen and paper, or open a new note on your phone, because Shatiera came ready to share resources! So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Shatiera.Mentioned on today's episode:PSI's Peer Support Groups@theperioddoctorPodcast: Reality With The KingWatching: The PittRESOLVE: The National Infertility AssociationASRM: The American Society for Reproductive MedicineThe Cade FoundationThe Broken Brown EggConnect with ShatieraInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the incredible Sarah Kotranza — who is currently serving on PSI's Board of Directors, where she focuses on Legal Justice and Policy and Advocacy. Driven by her own lived experience, Sarah has been a passionate voice at the intersection of perinatal mental health and policy since 2013. We'll chat about her journey through postpartum depression after the birth of her son, how community and treatment helped her not just survive but actually enjoy motherhood, and why she's so committed to making sure legal professionals understand perinatal mental health disorders. She also shares her thoughts on self-love, music as meditation, and letting yourself not have everything figured out. So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Sarah.Mentioned on today's episode:Maternal Mental Health Leadership AllianceThe Blue Dot ProjectMind the GapPSI ChaptersPodcast: The Emily ShowWatching: Tournament of ChampionsConnect with Sarah: skotranza@postpartum.netInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Patricia Hoppmann — a Peer Support Program Assistant here at PSI and, as she puts it, the team's unofficial 'sweeper.' That's a sports reference … sigh … nevermind. We'll chat about how Patricia's journey into motherhood was unplanned. The road that followed included early labor, the NICU, breastfeeding challenges, PPD, and the very real fear of being honest about how she was feeling. What changed everything? Peer support — and finding the right therapist. This one is honest, heartfelt, and full of the kind of realness that makes you feel less alone. So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our good friend, Patricia.Mentioned on today's episode:PSI's Postpartum Planning ClassPSI's Peer Support GroupsPodcast: Good HangWatching: 30 Rock; Parks and Recreation; Seinfeld; Schitt's Creek; Severancewww.doesthedogdie.comConnect with Patricia: ppclass@postpartum.netInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for pro...

Send a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Deb Flashenberg — certified doula, childbirth educator, founder of the Prenatal Yoga Center in NYC, and host of the Yoga | Birth | Babies podcast (heeeeey!). We'll chat about how her own postpartum experience, including some physical and emotional challenges after childbirth, shaped the way she teaches and supports others today. We'll talk yoga, perinatal mental health, community, informed consent, pelvic health, and radical self-care! So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Deb.Mentioned on today's episode:The Placenta & Umbilical Cord Explained: Functions, Risks & Birth Facts with Dr. Jessica VernonPodcast: Yoga | Birth | Babies; The Daily; The Official Gilded Age Podcast; The RetrievalsWatching: The Great British Baking Show; Ted LassoConnect with Deb: prenatalyogacenter.com; InstagramInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Send a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Ashley Tabata, a Perinatal Mental Health Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a staff member here in PSI's Chapters Program, and just an overall wonderful human being. Truly. We were so honored to talk about her daughter, Harper, and to hold space for this very vulnerable conversation about trauma, loss, grief, and healing. Maybe grab the tissues. (Did someone cut the onions?) Stick around until the end for some lightning round firsts! Without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Ashley. Mentioned on today's episode:PSI Perinatal Loss TrainingPSI Chapters ProgramPodcast: It's OK That You're Not OK with Megan DevineWatching: Stranger Things; How I Met Your Mother; Schitt's CreekReading: It's OK That You're Not OKContact Ashley: atabata@postpartum.netInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Dr. Rebecca N. Thompson, a family medicine and public health physician from Portland, Oregon, who specializes in women's and children's health. She's also the author of Held Together: A Shared Memoir of Motherhood, Medicine, and Imperfect Love. We'll chat all about her lived experience with fertility issues, about not just finding meaning but making meaning, and about letting go of our stories instead of holding them in. You know, we really should start an I AM ONE Podcast book club! Anyway, we're thrilled to share this conversation with you. So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Becca.Mentioned on today's episode:Held Together by Rebecca N. Thompson, MDPodcast: The MothWatching: The Good Place, Arrested Development, Ted Lasso, The OfficeListening to: Six (the musical)Rebecca's WebsiteInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with our good friend and perinatal mental health certified PSI English Support Groups manager, Megan Roberts. She has created some absolute magic here at PSI with the help of the incredible Peer Support Services team by creating and offering over 50 free specialized support groups online every month. We'll chat about matrescence, why specialized support groups are so important, and how lived experience changed the trajectory of Megan's career. I belly laughed through our very lighthearted lightning round. So, you know, make sure you're not sitting in a library or anything while you're listening. Okay, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend Megan.Mentioned on today's episode:PSI's Online Peer Support GroupsPodcast: Good HangWatching: Love is BlindReading: Broken CountryEpisode 31: DR. NICOLE PENSAK, PhD, PMH-C - I AM ONE Clinical Psychologist and PMHD Expert Who Was Rattled By Early MotherhoodContact Megan: groups@postpartum.netInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

A turtle of great renown receives a great gift, and with that gift, a terrible burden no other turtle has ever known. Genre: Fable, Mythology   Excerpt:When Gaharalil slipped into the water, he was seized by a sensation. It rippled across the surface of his body, his skin. The spark of sensation bolted through his skin to his muscles, his belly, his heart. It flooded him with joy. It raised him up like a cresting wave. He floated in the sensation to the water's surface and beyond, up into the heavens, where the stars dwelt and all was wonder.   The Wheel of Fiction Turns. What did it land on this time?Each Season 9 story follows a theme chosen by the Wheel of Fiction. Thirteen spokes. Eight are the themes from previous seasons. One is "Turn Again." One is a wild card. And three are covered in question marks and will be revealed when the wheel lands on them. This episode landed on ELEMENTS. See a story trailer and a (satisfying) video of the wheel turning here: Gaharalil Find more stories and episodes featuring this theme here: Year of Elements.   TURTLE MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring the turtle?Here's the direct link: Smiling Turtle With Purple Flowers merch on TeePublic   Please visit my Store page for up-to-date info on where you can buy merchandise featuring my artwork: STORYFEATHER STORE The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create)Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me)  Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written? I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover.You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE CREDITSStory: "Gaharalil" Copyright © 2022 by Nila L. PatelNarration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production: Nila L. Patel  Music:"Adventure Track #1 (looped)" by ANDREW SITKOV (Intro & Outro)"Abstract Vision #5" by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)   Music by TRG Banks"Lake in the woods""The silver bus""Father Green""Packed lunch""Horse ride 4""Interchange""Great Aunt Henrietta"  Musci by ANDREW SITKOV (MuzStation Game Music)"Scary Theme #3""Medieval Track #1""Medieval Theme 2""Adventure Track #1 (looped)" Tracks by Andrew Sitkov are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market. Music by Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev MarketMusic by TRG Banks is licensed under CC0 1.0 UniversalSound effects from AudioJungle and GameDevMarket Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.  Find more music by Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.netFind more music by TRG Banks at freemusicarchive.org/music/TRG_BanksFind more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description:Digital drawing. A turtle seen in left profile facing left, resting on a patch of green earth at the edge of a body of a water. The forelimbs are visible. The turtle's mouth is open wide. Bunches of purple flowers with five petals surround the turtle. The sky is bright and bare of clouds. Watermark of "Storyfeather" along the turtle's left forelimb.

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the incredible Kayleigh Summers, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & friend of PSI. Kayleigh supports folks in the perinatal period especially as it relates to birth trauma - including consultation, therapy, support groups, workshops, a blog, sharing her lived experience at PSI trainings, and a little ‘ol podcast called The Birth Trauma Mama. (In case you didn't pick up on the sarcasm, there isn't anything little about Kayleigh's podcast … at all!) Today, we'll be chatting about the lived experience of an Amniotic Fluid Embolism survivor, which includes vivid details that may feel difficult for some listeners to hear. Please tune in with that knowledge and pause at any point, if you need. We were honored to sit down and record this conversation. So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Kayleigh.Mentioned on today's episode:The Birth Trauma Mama PodcastHope for HIEPSI's Perinatal Loss TrainingPodcast: The NICU Space; Dear NICU Mama, TV: Task; Nobody Wants ThisBook: The Academy; Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

The unlikely encounter between a river fisher bird and a slug of the sea inspire both to strike a bargain to explore the powers and limits of their forms. Genre: Fable   Excerpt: Halceyx cocked her head. "I've never encountered a poisonous river slug before. This is most adventurous." "I am not a river slug. I am a slug of the sea. I am called Irsid. And I have come to the river to explore."   The Wheel of Fiction Turns. What did it land on this time?Each Season 9 story follows a theme chosen by the Wheel of Fiction. Thirteen spokes. Eight are the themes from previous seasons. One is "Turn Again." One is a wild card. And three are covered in question marks and will be revealed when the wheel lands on them. This episode landed on PROMPTS. See a story trailer and a (satisfying) video of the wheel turning here: River Fisher and Blue Dragon Find more stories and episodes featuring this theme here: Year of Prompts.   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create)Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me)  Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork?Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: "River Fisher and Blue Dragon" Copyright © 2022 by Nila L. PatelNarration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music:"Spinning Tavern" by JONATHAN SHAW (Intro & Outro)"Abstract Vision #5" by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro) Music by JONATHAN SHAW"Checking Inventory""Afternoon Chat""In Tranquil Spring""A Tale of Wind""Out of Time""Spinning Tavern""A Tale of Water""Cold Sanctuary""A Tale of Peace"   All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Jonathan Shaw and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev MarketSound effects from AudioJungle and GameDevMarketChanges made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.   Find more music by Jonathan Shaw and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.netFind more music by Jonathan Shaw at jshaw.co.ukFind more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. At center, a bird in right profile, head tilted up, beak slightly parted and holding a slug-like creature. The bird is perched on a patch of earth, at bottom left corner, along the shore of a river. At top of frame, glowing balls of light float through the air. The bird appears to be a river kingfisher of the Ceyx genus. The bird bears feathers of many different colors. The front half of the slug has the shape of a garden slug, with streaks of many colors. The slug's eyes are directed toward the bird. The bottom half of the slug appears like a blue dragon sea slug with blue coloring and plume-like appendages. Both animals are speckled with sparks of light. Watermark of "Storyfeather" along the bird's chest.

A self-help instructor helps himself to the most dazzling part of his newest protégé…her soul. Genre: Fantasy, Horror, Mystery   Excerpt: This 'man who dazzles' seemed to be the real deal.  Under the smoothed down hair, and the pressed suits, and the glinting gold cuff links, the rings, the chains, and that slight brush of coppery glitter just at his temples, there was substance.  There was a man who could teach others to dazzle as well. I wanted to meet him and talk to him.   The Wheel of Fiction Turns. What did it land on this time?Each Season 9 story follows a theme chosen by the Wheel of Fiction. Thirteen spokes. Eight are the themes from previous seasons. One is "Turn Again." One is a wild card. And three are covered in question marks and will be revealed when the wheel lands on them. This episode landed on REVISITATION. See a story trailer and a (satisfying) video of the wheel turning here: The Apprentice Who Dazzles   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create)Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me)  Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork?Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: "The Apprentice Who Dazzles" Copyright © 2022 by Nila L. PatelNarration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music:"Abstract Vision #5" by ANDREW SITKOV (Intro & Outro)"Try Anything Once" by LEE ROSEVERE (Outro)   Music by LEE ROSEVERE"Baldachin" "Try Anything Once""It's A Mystery""Heat Haze""Slow Lights""Under Suspicion""Thoughtful" "Small Steps""How I Used To See The Stars"   Music by Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev MarketMusic by Lee Rosevere is licensed under CC BY 4.0Vocal effects created with AudacityChanges made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.   Find more music by Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.netFind more music by Lee Rosevere at freemusicarchive.org/music/lee-rosevere and leerosevere.bandcamp.com Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. At center, a man seen from thighs up, facing forward with head raised up, eyes and mouth slightly parted. He wears a sparkling shirt with a ruffled front, fancy cuffs, and ornate belt. A sparkling half-cape hangs from his left shoulder and is tied over his right shoulder. His right arm is bent, hand raised to his temple. A dangling earring with linked golden hoops hangs from his left ear. His shoulder-length hair is loosely pinned behind the ear. Watermark of "Storyfeather" along the right side of his torso.

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the incredible Katie Crenshaw, an award-winning content creator, public speaker, best-selling author and mother of three who has dedicated her career to increasing awareness and decreasing stigma of perinatal mental health disorders. We'll chat about the importance of sharing stories, how to handle criticism, and why authenticity matters. We were thrilled when Katie joined us as a colleague at PSI, and now it's our pleasure to share her story with you. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Katie!Mentioned on today's episode:The Blue Dot ProjectThe Policy Center for Perinatal Mental HealthScary Mommy Article: https://www.scarymommy.com/birthmark-pityPodcast: The Lazy Genius; We Can Do Hard ThingsListening/Reading: Untamed; The Life of a ShowgirlInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Three siblings created their own game to play each year at winter solstice, a game that has grown and changed as they have, sometimes in unexpected ways. Genre: Fantasy Excerpt: No one knew anything in the beginning of their journeys. They only started knowing things by going on the journey. By making decisions before they even knew what the right decision was. And they told me that it was better to learn some lessons in a game than it was to learn them in real life.   The Wheel of Fiction Turns. What did it land on this time?Each Season 9 story follows a theme chosen by the Wheel of Fiction. Thirteen spokes. Eight are the themes from previous seasons. One is "Turn Again." One is a wild card. And three are covered in question marks and will be revealed when the wheel lands on them. This episode landed on CHALLENGE. See a story trailer and a video of the wheel turning (if you're into that sort of thing) here: A Carnival of Cakes   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create)Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me)  Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork?Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: "A Carnival of Cakes" Copyright © 2021 by Nila L. PatelNarration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music: "Donjon keeper (bonus track)" by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Intro & Outro)"Joy" by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Outro)"Abstract Vision #5" by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)  Music by ANDREW SITKOV (MuzStation Game Music)"Percussion Loop #11"   Music by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Dark Fantasy Studio)"Compass" "Fallen leaves""Scroll of the wind walker""Adventure" "A story of gold""The harbor""Winterheart (seamless)""Donjon keeper (bonus track)""Joy"   All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev MarketChanges made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.  Find more music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.netFind more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. Background, a two-layer round chocolate cake with a slice cut out, with orange frosting, chocolate glaze on top and dripping down the sides, and overlapping round orange slices wrapped around the bottom. Tall glowing triangles of sugar candy crown the top. Foreground left, a square piece of two-layer cake with sprinkles, frosted with whipped cream, topped with three berries in a diagonal, and sprigs of tiny leaves. Foreground right, a square cake seen from top and along one corner, with frosting piped at the bottom and top borders. The word "Farewell" is written on the top. The word "Level" is written on both visible sides. A shadowy hand emerges from right and reaches for the cakes. From below, another hand grasps the first at the wrist. Watermark of "Storyfeather" along bottom of cake at right.

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're spotlighting PSI's Online Support Groups - an incredible, FREE resource available to anyone! PSI Support Groups are not a replacement for therapy. They are, however, an incredible way for folks to connect with others & feel less alone. Hip, hip, hooray for Peer Support! For this conversation, we're bringing in an expert - the charismatic Kristina Ledlow. She's a Certified Childbirth Educator, she's certified in Perinatal Mental Health, and we can certify that she's doing SO much to support folks in the perinatal here on Postpartum Support International's staff and as a volunteer. She does a fantastic job of answering all of our burning questions! So, if you are interested in peer support - in the form of a FREE specialized online support groups, know someone who is, or are just interested in learning more – sit back, relax, and enjoy this special episode spotlighting PSI's Online Support Groups!Mentioned on today's episode:PSI Online Support Groups (English)PSI's Postpartum Planning Class Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with one of the loveliest humans on this planet, Lisa Zeitlin. She's a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker, hailing from the City of Angels - Los Angeles, CA, and is currently PSI's English-Language HelpLine and Intervention Manager. We'll chat all about the importance of having different care options, creating spaces that feel safe for help-seekers, and imposter syndrome (which is a real thing - even among providers). It was a pleasure to hear how Lisa's professional experience led her to all of the incredible work she's doing to support folks now at PSI! So, without further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Lisa.Mentioned on today's episode:Podcast: Coach Bennett's PodcastTV: Outlander; Outlander: Blood of my Blood; The Summer I Turned PrettyBook: Binding 13 & Keeping 13 by Chloe WalshContact Lisa: lisaz@postpartum.netInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the truly awe-inspiring, Dr. Nicole Taylor – the Medical Director for PSI's Psychiatric Consultation Program and an Executive Member at Large for the PSI Board of Directors. We'll chat about her experience with undiagnosed PPA after becoming a mother, identifying gaps in medical care, and all of the ways she's supporting folks (including parents & providers) – even if that means INVENTING support that doesn't yet exist. She quite literally does it all, and yes – we made sure she has time to sleep. It was such a pleasure to record this conversation and we can't wait for you to hear it. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax and enjoy this episode with our friend, Dr. Taylor.Mentioned on today's episode:Psych Consultation ProgramEp. 48 - I AM ONE PSI Resource: Perinatal Psychiatric Consultation Program Podcast: Mom and Mind Podcast with Dr. Katayune KaeniTV: Ginny & Georgia - Netflix Drama SeriesInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the incredible Kara Kushnir! Seriously, she is impressive. Kara is a perinatal mental health certified licensed clinical social worker who's impactful support of the perinatal population is not only felt through her extensive involvement with PSI, but also through the skilled support she provides for families in her local community of Bergen County, New Jersey. We'll chat all about HG, OCD, PTSD, seeking help without a diagnosis, dismantling misinformation, and having empowering conversations with kids about mental health - just to name a few. This entire episode was such a joy to record. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Kara!Mentioned on today's episode:PSI's Climb ProgramPodcast: The Birth Trauma Mama; Jess Press PlayTV: Arcane; The PittBook: What My Bones KnowKara's book: Mama's ThoughtsContact Kara: @takingkara.humans; @aworkofheart_counseling; A Work of Heart CounselingInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. & Canada): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for p...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're spotlighting PSI's English Helpline - an incredible, FREE resource available to anyone! The PSI Helpline is NOT a crisis hotline. It is a toll-free telephone number anyone can call or text to get basic information, support, and resources related to mental health during pregnancy, post-loss, and the postpartum periods. For this conversation, we're bringing in an expert - the lovely Lisa Zeitlin, a licensed clinical social worker, Perinatal Mental Health-Certified specialist, and the English Helpline & Intervention Manager here at Postpartum Support International. She does a fantastic job of answering all of our burning questions! So, if you are in need of non-emergency support, know someone who is, or are just interested in learning more – sit back, relax, and enjoy this special episode spotlighting PSI's English Helpline! Mentioned in today's episode:PSI's HelplineCall 1-800-944-4773 (#1 En Español, #2 in English). Text “Help” to 800-944-4773 (English)Text en Español 971-203-7773Connect to PSI Helpline via web formNational Maternal Mental Health Hotline988Volunteer on PSI's HelplinePSI's Perinatal Consultation ProgramInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for parents, providers & support people in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for profe...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down for an I AM ONE Podcast “first”! It's our first-ever trans-continental conversation (recorded in Poland & the United States) with Karolina Lazarov, who is a yep - you guessed it - a Polish-born Perinatal Mental Health-Certified therapist, now living in the United States who is connecting the dots between parents, providers & resources on MORE than one continent. Wow! As if the title didn't give it away, we will, in fact, chat all about how medical gaslighting impacted Karolina's childbirth experience, how she found support and how she's finding ways to connect folks here and abroad to the vital the resources they need. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Karolina!Mentioned on today's episode:Find a Local PSI CoordinatorPodcast: Nothing Much HappensBook: The Little Book of HyggeKarolina's WebsiteInstagram: @women_wellness_therapyInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

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Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Michelle Yu, a perinatal mental health advocate, PSI volunteer, and the Co-Founder & CEO of a company providing targeted, 1:1 mental health and career coaching support before, during, and after parental leave. We're so excited to chat today about a topic we don't often hear about - supporting working parents! So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Michelle.Mentioned on today's episode:Local PSI VolunteerPodcast: Mel Robbins PodcastBook: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori GottliebTV: HacksMusic: Sufjan StevensContact Michelle: michelle@myjosie.com; http://myjosie.com; Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Dr. Jessica Vernon, a NYC based Board-Certified OB/GYN. She serves as the Membership & Professional Outreach Chair on PSI's Board of Directors, and is a published author of a brand new book, “Then Comes Baby” (seriously - click on the link in the show notes & go get yourself a copy). Today, we'll chat all about matrescence, the importance of speaking about the unspoken aspects of parenthood, & debunking the fallacy that parents are supposed to effortlessly do it all. Dr. Vernon is not just Perinatal Mental Health-Certified; we can certify that she is an incredible advocate for folks in the perinatal period, and we can't wait for you to hear from her! So without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Dr. Vernon.Mentioned on today's episode:Dr. Vernon's Book: "Then Comes Baby"Podcast: We Can Do Hard Things; Mom & Mind Episode 279Book: The Hollow HalfTV: HacksContact Dr. Vernon - @drjessicavernon; drjessicavernon.com; LinkedIn; Oula HealthInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-852-6262Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the incomparable Divya Kumar - a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified psychotherapist, writer, speaker, co-founder of what is now The Alliance for People of Color & longtime friend of PSI! We'll chat all about the complexities of perinatal mental health at all kinds of intersections (I'm gesturing vaguely – there are just so many intersections). We'll touch on the evolution of support systems, the need for cultural sensitivity in mental health care, & the significance of building bridges for better understanding and support. The list goes on. You don't want to miss this one. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Divya.Mentioned on today's episode:Women & Infants (IOP in Providence)The Alliance for People of ColorPSI Annual ConferencePodcasts: Mom & Mind; Healing the TigressBook: House of Caravans Parenting hack: GO TO THERAPY!Contact Divya: Website; Instagram: @bothbrownandtherapistInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're doing something … a little different! We're sitting down with Rachell Dumas, IAO podcast guest from episode 44, who was kind enough to answer some of our burning questions about her hometown of New Orleans - where PSI's Annual Conference is being hosted this July. For any listeners attending the PSI conference, this one's for you. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy this light-hearted episode, full of hot tips from a local, all about the Big Easy! (And don't forget to stop by the podcast table and say “Hi”!)Mentioned in today's episode:PSI Annual ConferenceInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're spotlighting PSI's Perinatal Psychiatric Consultation Program - an incredible & FREE resource (did I mention FREE?!?) for medical providers supporting folks in the perinatal period. To do so, we're bringing in an expert! We're sitting down with awe-inspiring Dr. Nicole Taylor, a psychiatrist specializing in perinatal mental health, who (among MANY OTHER roles) serves as the Medical Director for the Psychiatric Consultation Program and as an Executive Member at Large for the PSI Board of Directors. Dr. Taylor answers all of our questions about this program. So, if you know a provider, are a provider, or are just interested in learning more – sit back, relax, and enjoy this special PSI Resource spotlight episode! Mentioned in today's episode:Perinatal Psychiatric Consultation Program Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Nancy Goh Kelly, a PSI coordinator in the state of Minnesota, a skilled healthcare strategist and operator, and (surprise, surprise!) a massive perinatal mental health advocate! We'll chat about how parenthood can inspire career change, about the difference that specialized care can make for parents (I'm looking at you, Perinatal Mental Health-Certified advocates and professionals!), & about how striking up a conversation with a pelvic floor physical therapist just might be what connects someone to PSI. Be sure to keep an eye on the I AM ONE Podcast socials because we're going to try out Nancy's best parenting hack and report back. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Nancy!Mentioned on today's episode:PSI Chapters ProgramPSI's BlogPodcast: Good Inside w/ Dr. BeckyBook: Smart BrevityConnect with Nancy: https://www.nancygohkelly.com/Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with the incomparable Charlotte Ramberg - a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified Licensed Professional Counselor & advocate in North Georgia, who may just be one of the biggest helpers we know. We're thrilled that Charlotte was willing to share her experience with surrogacy - specifically as a gestational carrier - for two wonderful families, and soon - for a third and final family who are the latest grant recipients from The Surrogacy Foundation. Mentioned in today's episode:PSI Specialized CoordinatorPSI's Climb ProgramPerinatal Mental Health CertificationThe Surrogacy FoundationFamily MakersPodcast: Mom & Mind Podcast with Dr. KatBook: The Soul of an Octopus; Meditations for MortalsContact Charlotte: Cherokee Rose Counseling & Consulting, LLCInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Biblical Citizenship Part 2is a deep dive you do not want to miss. How can we live peacefully with others? Are we commanded to do so? Pastor Douglas Marco joins us to unfold the practical ways we are to obey God's word while keeping our dual citizenship in mind. WE WANT TO SEE YOU IN HEAVEN, so pull up a seat and get comfortable. You will learn how to ensure your eternity there in today's episode.Find pastor Marco and many soul-winning resources atPreachingChrist.netFind us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kjandthee?igsh=N255c2psaTdhZWpp#KingJamesBible#Citizenship#Biblical#Heaven

Send us a textTW: Cancer Diagnosis, HysterectomyOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Kaitlyn Gardner, a passionate Perinatal Mental Health-Certified advocate, Licensed Professional Counselor, PSI volunteer, OH - and the founder of a non-profit supporting parents in the perinatal period in her home-state of Arkansas (just to name a few things)! Today, we'll chat about receiving a cancer diagnosis during pregnancy, an unexpected hysterectomy at the age of 31, and the stigma associated with the prevention and treatment of HPV. We're so thankful for her willingness to speak so frankly on these topics - because they deserve to be discussed. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this incredible episode with our friend, Kaitlyn.Mentioned on today's episode:Perinatal Mental Health CertificationPSI-Arkansas ChapterArkansas Maternal CoalitionConnect with KaitlynPodcast: I've Had ItTV: Mayfair WitchesBook: The Midnight LibraryInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Peter from HDWERKS, a standout name in Florida's custom automotive scene. Known for their meticulous craftsmanship and bold designs, HDWERKS has built a reputation for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in vehicle modification. Peter shares the story behind the brand, the challenges of running a high-end custom shop in a competitive market, and what inspires their most iconic builds. Whether you're a car enthusiast, a fellow builder, or just curious about the artistry behind custom vehicles, this conversation offers a rare peek into the mindset of a true creator in the automotive world.Learn more about Peters custom builds at HDWERKS: https://hdwerks.netFind us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS -  @HDWERKSMerch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code "RHDGUYS" athttps://nizmopartsplug.com

Send us a textTW: Recurrent Pregnancy LossOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Rachell Dumas, a registered nurse, keynote speaker, and the founder of A Light After Nine -  a nonprofit dedicated to supporting women and families navigating infertility and pregnancy loss. We'll chat about underserved populations, equity and compassionate care, & how Rachell transformed her personal adversity (of 8 pregnancy losses and one stillbirth) into a mission to empower others. When we heard about the incredible work she's doing to support families in the perinatal period, we didn't walk … we ran to the podcast studio. Fair warning - today's episode includes giggles, includes lots of tears, and more laughter. It was an absolute pleasure to record this story, and an honor to share it with you now. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Rachell. Mentioned on today's episode:PSI Annual ConferenceMovie: Braving the Wilderness; Atlas of the HeartConnect with Rachell: https://www.alightafternine.org/; @alightafternine (IG); Rachell Marie (FB); rdumasrn (TT)Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

In this episode, we tackle one of the most important figures in the history of religion, philosophy, mysticism & the esoteric - the writer calling himself Dionysios, and who would create a synthesis between Neoplatonic philosophy and Christianity in ways the echoed down the centuries.Check out the Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP) for more Dionysius content: https://shwep.netFind me and my music here:https://linktr.ee/filipholmSupport Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/talkreligiondonateSources/Recomended Reading:Lossky, Vladimir (1944). "The Mystical Theology of the Eastern Church". James Clarke & Co.Luibheid, Colm (Translated by) (1987). "Pseudo-Dionysius: The Complete Works". Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press International.McGinn, Bernard. "The Presence of God" Series, in several volumes. Perhaps the best and most comprehensive introduction to Christian mysticism. Published by Crossroad Publishing Co.McGinn, Bernard (2001). "The Mystical Thought of Meister Eckhart: The Man From Whom God Hid Nothing". Crossroad Publishing Co.The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy Entry on Pseudo-Dionysius: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/pseudo-dionysius-areopagite/Earl's section:Human and celestial hierarchies compared: EH 373AB, 376BC; CH 208BCD; EH 501A-D.Angelic triads: CH 200D: 3 threefold groups of angels, as taught by Pseudo-D's sacred initiator (i.e. Hierotheos); CH 257C: each angelic triad has Iamblichean-style first and last terms with a necessary median term. Cf. Iamb. De myst. V.8.225.5-8; CH 273C ditto; EH 501A: triads au go-go.Angelic mediation between humans and god: CH 180A. God never appears without intermendiaries, even to the saints: m180C. Even to Jesus: 181C. Long discussion of Isaiah and the Seraphim: 300B ff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A young woman has trained and studied so that she could wield the mysterious powers she has inherited. Genre: Fantasy, Mythology   Excerpt: “Did I almost die or something?” I asked. My mom frowned. “Don't say things like that.” But then she glanced from side to side and peered at me. “Do you…see anything?” I shook my head. But I wasn't worried. I had studied the “pragmata agnosta,” the “things unknowable” since I was a kid. Since the day I accepted them into my body and became a living container for them, a living amphora.   What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode?Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. This story revisits the Year Four story entitled “Amphora Incarnate,” in which a young woman who has accepted the responsibility of being a physical vessel for unknowable powers and knowledge, begins to hear the voices of those powers on the eve of passing them on.   NEW MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork?Please visit my Store page for updated info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   MY FIRST BOOK IS OUT!Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. The book title takes you straight to the book on Amazon. Or you can visit my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE (Hint: The Store page has a sign-up form for my email newsletter, where you can get tales of my fictioneering mischief and writing tips from me for free.)   CREDITSStory: “Pragmata Agnosta” Copyright © 2021 by Nila L. PatelNarration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music:“Abstract Vision #6” by ANDREW SITKOV (Intro and Outro)“Abstract Vision #5” by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)   Music by ANDREA BARONI (Cyberleaf)*“Cozy Afternoons"“Evolving Cities”“Fugue For One Synthetic Heart (No Percussion)”“Forest Bathing”“Night Time (No Percussion)”   Music by ANDREW SITKOV (MuzStation Game Music)*“Scary Theme #2 (Version 2)”“Abstract Vision #6”“Medieval Theme 5”“Scary Theme #4 (Version 2)”“Abstract Vision #9”   *These tracks were part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market. Music by Andrea Baroni and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Sound effects from AudioJungle, and GameDevMarket, and Soundly (through Hindenburg)Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration. Find more music by Andrew Sitkov and Andrea Baroni at gamedevmarket.netFind more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. A young woman, seen from nose to waist, with glasses and a bob stands with her back to the viewer and her hands in the pockets of her jacket. Emblazoned on the jacket's back is a symbol: an owl with wings outspread, as if swooping down to a landing, antlers extending along the inside of the owl's wings, and two spears rising from behind the owl. On the woman's right shoulder is perched a bird that looks like a small owl. Watermark of “Storyfeather” along jack just beneath the collar.

To rescue her child, Florisse places all her hopes upon a dangerous and alluring enchantment that may be broken. Genre: Fairy Tale, Fantasy   Excerpt:Florisse looked down at her daughter and spied the twinkle in the baby's eye. Perhaps she had caught hold of what she truly wanted after all. Baby Fawnette was not yet a year old, and as expected, she had upended the merry lives of her mother and father. Also, as expected, she had quite captured their hearts.   What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode?Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. This week's story is connected to the Season One episode entitled “The Everwalker,” in which a young woman dons a pair of enchanted slippers that promise to lead her to her true love.      NEW MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork?Please visit my Store page for updated info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   MY FIRST BOOK IS OUT!Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. The book title takes you straight to the book on Amazon. Or you can visit my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE (Hint: The Store page has a sign-up form for my email newsletter, where you can get tales of my fictioneering mischief and writing tips from me for free.)   CREDITSStory: “The Whereverwalker” Copyright © 2020 by Nila L. PatelNarration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music:“Escape and live” by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Intro and Outro)“Abstract Vision #5” by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)   Music by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Dark Fantasy Studio)*“Transfiguration"“Winterheart”“The last stand”“Fallen leaves”“Call of the wild”“Runes”“In the shadows”“Flames on ice”“For the king”“Escape and live”“Sancta terra”   Music by ANDREW SITKOV (MuzStation Game Music)*“Medieval Track #1” *These tracks were part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Sound effects from AudioJungle, and GameDevMarket, and Soundly (through Hindenburg)Vocal effects created with AudacityChanges made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration. Find more music by Andrew Sitkov and Nicholas Jeudy at gamedevmarket.netFind more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing of a woman bent over in a running pose as she hovers over a misty chasm.  Behind her is a mountain afflicted with glowing cracks. The woman is wearing a pair of short boots with wings sprouting from the sides. There's a sling over one shoulder. Her long coat flutters behind her. The rectangular image at center is made square with borders at top and bottom with a blurred extension of the mountain's shape. Watermark of “Storyfeather” along mountain at right.

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Nicole McNelis - speaker, writer, therapist-mom & mom therapist. For anyone who attended PSI's 2024 Annual conference in Washington, DC - you may remember Nicole from the highly-attended session that she led on rage. And if you didn't attend, I'm sure you heard all kinds of buzz about that session afterward because this is a topic that people are READY to talk about. We'll chat about compromised needs, violated expectations & "good enough parenting" ... oh, and our plans for a little meet-up to try the Philly's best cheesesteak. Anyone want to join us? Make sure to stick around to the very end of the lightning round, when we ask Nicole a question that brings all 3 of us to tears. We laugh, we cry, we say the quiet thoughts out loud. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Nicole.Mentioned on today's episode:PSI Annual ConferencePerinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C)Podcast: How Did This Get Made?Movie: The Wild RobotConnect with Nicole: @therapist.mom.collective (IG); nicolemcnelis.comInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Aaisha Alvi, Postpartum Psychosis advocate, writer, and she also has a brand new title – a published author! We'll hear all about her lived experience with Postpartum Psychosis on two separate occasions; we'll chat about the importance of education and awareness - because Aaisha wasn't diagnosed until seeing a 6th doctor; and finally, we'll discuss how Postpartum Psychosis IS treatable and does not have to end in tragedy. If you're interested in learning more about PPP, be sure to check out the show notes for links to a plethora of resources, and do check out Aaisha's book, “A Mom Like That: A Memoir of Postpartum Psychosis.” available online, in audio format, and in a bookstore near you. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax and enjoy this episode with our friend, Aaisha.Mentioned in today's episode:Learn more about Postpartum PsychosisA Mom Like That: A Memoir of Postpartum PsychosisConnect with Aaisha online: @aaishaalviwrites (Instagram)Fave TV show: Unsolved MysteriesInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Keisha Reaves, a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified  Licensed Professional Counselor in North Georgia who has a lot to to say about the state of mental health care for BIPOC parents in the United States. Speaking from personal experience, Keisha is a passionate advocate on a mission to educate parents and practitioners about the myriad of resources that are quite literally at their fingertips. We'll talk about “Strong Black Woman Syndrome '', dating around for that special someone (hey, we're talking about finding the right therapist), and taking your power back! So, wIthout any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Keisha. Mentioned in today's episode:Podcast: Wiser Than MeTV: Couples TherapyBook: Before I Let GoConnect with Keisha: keishareaves.com; @keisha_reaves (Instagram)Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textTRIGGER WARNING: Traumatic Birth,  Intrusive ThoughtsOn Today's episode, we're sitting down with Lisa McCarty, a women's health advocate, a mom, and a writer - who has long amplified her voice through words on paper. Today, we're in for a treat when Lisa's words will travel straight from her mouth and into our earbuds. We'll chat about what it felt like to step away from a successful career - something she had never anticipated doing, managing a flood of mixed emotions after IVF, and the importance of sharing stories. Well talk infertility, anxiety, PPD & OCD. So without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Lisa.Mentioned in today's episode:Lisa's article on PSI's Blog: "Stories of Hope: Lessons Learned Through Fertility Struggles and Traumatic Birth"Podcasts: Raising Good HumansBooks: 1,000 Words; You Could Make This Place Beautiful; The Way ForwardInterested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textOn today's episode, we're sitting down with our fabulous friend Courtney Ginder, who works at PSI on the Communications team and who first came onto our radar as a volunteer in The Climb program! We'll hear all about how the pandemic impacted her entry into parenthood, how access to care and prompt support from her providers got her on the quick road to recovery, and oh, my goodness – please do yourself a favor and listen all the way through the lightning round when Courtney shares what she wishes she could say to her newly postpartum self. It's a tear-jerker … the good kind – don't worry. So without any further ado, please sit back, relax and enjoy this episode with our friend, Courtney!Mentioned in today's episode:PSI's The ClimbPodcast: Mom & Mind (Ep. 245 with Courtney Ginder!)TV Show: The CrownFind Courtney online: @beyondppd (IG); @beyondpostpartumdepression (FB)Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a textTrigger Warning: Traumatic Birth, PsychosisOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Kriti Lodha, a successful marketing leader in the business world, whose entrée into parenthood has turned her into a powerhouse of a perinatal mental health advocate! We'll hear about the dichotomy of feeling both isolated during the pandemic and supported by her South Asian community, and about the importance of raising awareness about Postpartum Psychosis as a treatable diagnosis instead of marketing it as a sensationalized character flaw. We'll talk about self-love, radical acceptance, we'll hear about very serious moments, and even some silly ones. So please, sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Kriti! Mentioned in this episode:PSI's Pregnancy and Postpartum Psychosis Support for SurvivorsPSI's The ClimbPodcast: Rethinking with Adam GrantTV Show: Girls 5EvaFind Kriti on LinkedIn!Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a Text Message.TRIGGER WARNING: Traumatic BirthOn today's episode, we're sitting down with one of our dearest friends and colleague, Stacey Figg. She is a postpartum doula, a PSI staff member in the coordinators program & one of the silliest, funniest, realest people we know. Today you'll hear about some of the most serious & vulnerable moments from her entry into parenthood, and how her lived experience at an inpatient facility that was poorly equipped to serve the perinatal population is now positively impacting folks in her community, and specifically at that same facility today! You don't want to miss this one! So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax and enjoy this episode with our friend, Stacey. Mentioned in today's episode:PSI CoordinatorsPSI's Postpartum Planning Class for Expecting ParentsPodcast: Armchair ExpertBooks: Screaming on the Inside; Untangled; Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a Text Message.Trigger Warning: Intrusive thoughts, Pregnancy LossOn today's episode, we're sitting down with one of the world's loveliest human beings, Lynn Turcotte-Schuh - a Certified Birth Educator, a speaker, a perinatal mental health advocate, a long-time PSI volunteer & a mentor for mothers everywhere! We'll chat about parenting through debilitating anxiety, social media's impact on both our mental health and overall capacity, and what it means to find and live with Radiant Joy. This episode is packed full of silliness and also some serious truth bombs. So without any further ado, please sit back, relax and enjoy this episode with our friend, Lynn.Mentioned in today's episode:PSI's The Climb ProgramPodcasts: Wow in the World!; The Jasmine Star ShowBooks: Fair Play; The 5 Love Languages of Children; Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Send us a Text Message.Trigger Warning: Traumatic BirthOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Claire Hewson, an educator, a counselor & a PhD student at Queen's University in British Columbia, Canada! Not only that, Claire is the very first PSI intern to hop into the recording studio with us. We'll chat all about breast, chest and body feeding, trouble with bonding and the grief that followed, how all of this affected Claire after the birth of both of her children, and the full-circle experience she is having by creating a unique and supportive space at PSI for parents just like her! So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Claire.Mentioned in this episode:PSI Support Group - "When Breastfeeding & Bodyfeeding Ends Before You Are Ready"Contact Claire: claire.hewson@queensu.ca Social Media Accounts to Follow: @lowsupplymom; @theformulamomPodcasts: Unruffled; Why Won't You Date Me?TV: LetterkennyBooks: Bottled Up; Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...