Podcasts about postpartum progress

A new pill could help hundreds of thousands of women who suffer from postpartum depression each year. Thousands of beagles are celebrating one year of freedom after being rescued from an inhumane breeding facility. And V chats with NPR culture critic Aisha Harris about her new book, “Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes Me,” and what it means to be a critical consumer of pop culture media. Follow Aisha Harris @craftingmystyle on Twitter and @aha88 on Instagram. Keep up with V on TikTok @underthedesknews and on Twitter @VitusSpehar. And stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Lemonada and Apple Books have teamed up for an audiobook club. This month's pick is "Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes" by Aisha Harris. Learn more at www.apple.co/lemonadabooks.  For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new pill could help hundreds of thousands of women who suffer from postpartum depression each year. Thousands of beagles are celebrating one year of freedom after being rescued from an inhumane breeding facility. And V chats with NPR culture critic Aisha Harris about her new book, “Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes Me,” and what it means to be a critical consumer of pop culture media. Follow Aisha Harris @craftingmystyle on Twitter and @aha88 on Instagram. Keep up with V on TikTok @underthedesknews and on Twitter @VitusSpehar. And stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Lemonada and Apple Books have teamed up for an audiobook club. This month's pick is "Wannabe: Reckonings with the Pop Culture That Shapes" by Aisha Harris. Learn more at www.apple.co/lemonadabooks.  For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Well Mind is a space for meaningful conversations about a broad range of wellness related topics and this episode is a beautiful example of that mission. I'm your host Dr. Ben Kohls. I've been a practicing clinical mental health counselor for over 15 years and am currently a counselor educator and director for the CMHC graduate program at Bethany Lutheran College. My guest for this episode is Elizabeth DeBolt. She is a professor and researcher from Liberty University and has truly invested herself in the topic of maternal mental health for a number of years now. The knowledge and compassion that Elizabeth has for this topic is truly outstanding. She has presented on this topic multiple times at national conferences and I feel really blessed to share her with the Well Mind community. Pregnancy and birth are life altering experiences that bring change to roles, responsibilities, identity, and relationships. There is, what I perceive to be, a good amount of focus on mom and baby from a physical health basis and preparing for the arrival of the baby, but less attention is given to the shifts in identity and the impacts this experience has on emotional wellbeing. If you are thinking that maternal mental health is a ‘just for moms' episode, I'm going to ask you to suspend that perspective and listen in, because this episode is for everyone. Moms, Dads, those planning for and hoping to be parents in the future, anyone that knows and cares about a mom or dad, and certainly all those in the church community that desire to support parents. Please join me in welcoming Elizabeth DeBolt in Episode 38: Maternal Mental Health. Notes from Episode 38 Postpartum Support International- https://www.postpartum.net/ Postpartum Progress- https://postpartumprogress.com/    The Blue Dot Project- https://www.thebluedotproject.org/ Mass. Gen Hospital for Women's Mental Health- https://womensmentalhealth.org/ The Well Mind Podcast email: thewellmind@blc.edu

Heidi is a limited license clinical mental health counselor. A two-time survivor of perinatal mood disorders she has worked in the maternal mental health field for over eight years through peer support and training. Heidi has training through Postpartum Support International, The Bloom Foundation, and Postpartum Progress focusing on postpartum mood disorders, treatment, and therapy. Heidi's personal experience postpartum and as an Adult Child of an Alcoholic give her the knowledge and tools to help families through the transitions of parenthood and complex family systems. Heidi is passionate about supporting and guiding clients with other mood disorders as well including bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. Additionally, she is also a patient advocate for Sage Therapeutics, the leading developer of Zulresso the first and only FDA-approved medicine specifically for postpartum depression. Heidi is currently practicing counseling in the Metro Detroit area, for more information please contact Heidi directly at heidi@phoenixpathway.com .

In Part 1 of this series, hosts Katherine Goldstein and Angela Garbes shared their own mental health challenges over the past year. They definitely aren't the only ones who have struggled -- and in this episode we hear directly from some listeners who've sent us voice memos about how they are also not OK. We share some of the most pressing issues we are hearing about with Dr. Amber Thornton, a clinical psychologist and a motherhood wellness consultant. We discuss moms' needs coming last, challenges in accessing care, additional obstacles for women of color in getting mental health support, some realities around self medicating, and more.  You can find out more about Dr Amber at https://www.balancedworkingmama.com/ (Balanced Working Mama), and her podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-balanced-working-mama-podcast/id1520168735 (The Balanced Working Mama Podcast). https://www.balancedworkingmama.com/ & https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-balanced-working-mama-podcast/id1520168735 If you love the Double Shift Podcast, sign up for our newsletter,https://www.thedoubleshift.com/newsletter ( thedoubleshift.com/newsletter).  Resources: If you are needing mental health support, please check out the following organizations: https://postpartumprogress.com/%20- (Postpartum Progress )https://postpartumprogress.com/ https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/ (Postpartum Support International Hotline): 1-800-944-4773 (1-Spanish, 2- English) https://med.stanford.edu/content/dam/sm/ppc/documents/DBP/EDPS_text_added.pdf (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (In English and Spanish)) https://med.stanford.edu/content/dam/sm/ppc/documents/DBP/EDPS_text_added.pdf https://www.motherhood-understood.com/resources (Motherhood Understood), https://www.motherhood-understood.com/resources which includes Mother's Manual for Postpartum Mental Health, Cheat sheet to Medications, Cheat sheet to Partners, and other resources. SAMHSA's (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Helpline is 1-800-662-HELP (4357). They also have https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ (a treatment locator.) https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ (National Suicide Prevention Hotline): 800-273-8255 Membership: Consider joining The Double Shift member community, which is a social change laboratory for moms. Learn more here at https://www.thedoubleshift.com/join (thedoubleshift.com/join).

In Part 1 of this series, hosts Katherine Goldstein and Angela Garbes shared their own mental health challenges over the past year. They definitely aren’t the only ones who have struggled -- and in this episode we hear directly from some listeners who’ve sent us voice memos about how they are also not OK. We share some of the most pressing issues we are hearing about with Dr. Amber Thornton, a clinical psychologist and a motherhood wellness consultant. We discuss moms’ needs coming last, challenges in accessing care, additional obstacles for women of color in getting mental health support, some realities around self medicating, and more.  You can find out more about Dr Amber at Balanced Working Mama, and her podcast The Balanced Working Mama Podcast. https://www.balancedworkingmama.com/ & https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-balanced-working-mama-podcast/id1520168735 To become a member of The Double Shift go to thedoubleshift.com/join. It starts at $5/mo. If you are already a member and would like to up your contribution, sign in with your email address at: doubleshift.supportingcast.fm/account and hit the "change" button next to your email address, and select a different plan option. Resources: If you are needing mental health support, please check out the following organizations: Postpartum Progress https://postpartumprogress.com/ Postpartum Support International Hotline: 1-800-944-4773 (1-Spanish, 2- English) Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (In English and Spanish) https://med.stanford.edu/content/dam/sm/ppc/documents/DBP/EDPS_text_added.pdf Motherhood Understood, https://www.motherhood-understood.com/resources which includes Mother’s Manual for Postpartum Mental Health, Cheat sheet to Medications, Cheat sheet to Partners, and other resources. SAMHSA’s (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Helpline is 1-800-662-HELP (4357). They also have a treatment locator. https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 Thanks to Our Sponsors: Listen to Home. Made. a podcast that explores the meaning of home and what it can teach us about ourselves and each other, wherever you get your pods. https://link.chtbl.com/homemade?sid=podcast.thedoubleshift 1 in 5: check out this new documentary podcast from Ascend at the Aspen Institute about student parents. https://1in5.simplecast.com/

The mental health impact, especially on mothers, in the last year has been enormous. But the realities are something that's rarely talked about openly, and still carries a stigma. Hosts Katherine and Angela share their own personal stories of mental health diagnoses and experiences with antidepressants during the pandemic. Resources: If you are needing mental health support, please check out the following organizations: https://postpartumprogress.com/%20- (Postpartum Progress ) https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/ (Postpartum Support International Hotline): 1-800-944-4773 (1-Spanish, 2- English) https://med.stanford.edu/content/dam/sm/ppc/documents/DBP/EDPS_text_added.pdf (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (In English and Spanish)) https://www.motherhood-understood.com/resources (Motherhood Understood), which includes Mother's Manual for Postpartum Mental Health, Cheat sheet to Medications, Cheat sheet to Partners, and other resources. SAMHSA's (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) National Helpline is 1-800-662-HELP (4357). They also have https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ (a treatment locator.)  https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ (National Suicide Prevention Hotline): 800-273-8255 Also check out:  https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-under-the-influence-with-76687187/ (Listen to Under The Influence with Jo Piazza), an 8 episode deep dive into the “momfluencer” industrial complex, wherever you get your pods.  ---- If you love the Double Shift Podcast, sign up for our newsletter,https://www.thedoubleshift.com/newsletter ( thedoubleshift.com/newsletter).  Consider joining The Double Shift member community, which is a social change laboratory for moms. Learn more here at https://www.thedoubleshift.com/join (thedoubleshift.com/join).

Being high risk due to family history of mental health disorders, Shannon knew that it might happen but she truly thought that she had dodged the bullet. Then all of the things that could go wrong did. Her milk didn't come in, there was birth trauma, suppressed complex life trauma, sleep deprivation. And at 6 weeks, her thoughts were spiraling, inclusive of moments of psychosis. Resources mentioned in this episode:Postpartum Progress - https://postpartumprogress.com/Healthy Babies Healthy Children - http://www.children.gov.on.ca/htdocs/English/earlychildhood/health/index.aspxCanadian Mental Health Association - https://cmha.ca/documents/postpartum-depression

Today Trista will be talking with us about paternal mental health and the importance of addressing the mental health of fathers during pregnancy and the postpartum time. Fathers are often left out of the perinatal process, yet they are one half of the parenting relationship. Trista will be talking about the prevalence of paternal mental health issues, risk factors, causes, symptoms and treatments, hormone implication gender bias and how children can be affected. Resources:  Saint Alphonsus Perinatal Mental Health Services   www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/family-center Postpartum Support International  www.postpartum.net First Monday of the Month Call in for Dads Postpartum Stress Center www.postpartumstress.com Postpartum Progress  www.postpartumprogress.com Postpartum Men  www.postpartummen.comPostpartum Dads www.postpartumdads.org Bio: Trista Kovach, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor specializing in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. After specializing in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders in private practice for over 11 years, Trista joined Saint Alphonsus in Boise in 2019 and developed a perinatal mental health program to support women and families struggling with pregnancy/postpartum adjustment. Trista graduated from Boise State University in 2006 with a Master's degree in counseling and received her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University in 1993. Trista also has advanced clinical training from the Postpartum Stress Center in Philadelphia and through Postpartum Support International.

One aspect of postpartum depression and anxiety that doesn’t get much attention is the rage that comes along with these issues. People who experience this rage can feel overwhelmed and confused, and it can be a scary scenario. Today’s guest shares her story of how she came through postpartum depression, anxiety, and rage, and how she uses her healing process to help other moms today. Jen Gaskell is a quality professional who works full-time outside the home. She and her husband live near Milwaukee with their two daughters, ages 8 and 11. Jen used her writing and her blog to help navigate her journey through postpartum depression and anxiety. She was a former co-producer of Listen To Your Mother Milwaukee, where she was part of the inaugural Milwaukee cast telling her story of PPD. Jen has written for Postpartum Progress and was a member of their editorial team for three years. Jen was a Climb Out of the Darkness team leader for Milwaukee for four years. She helps lead a Facebook group of local moms who’ve been through postpartum mood disorders and recently became a PSI helpline volunteer. Show Highlights: How Jen struggled with postpartum depression and anxiety following the birth of her youngest child When she didn’t know who or where to turn to, she turned to Google to research her symptoms How she knew she needed to see someone but was afraid of having her kids taken away How Jen found a therapist and was able to get help quickly The signs in the beginning that told Jen that something was wrong The pressure Jen put on herself because of gestational diabetes and the details of managing the risks How her anxiety turned to irritability during her pregnancy and then spiraled into rage in the postpartum The feelings of irritability and rage that Jen noticed The key indicators that something was wrong How Jen learned about her triggers and when to take a break The guilt Jen felt for needing a break from her kids The internal pressure to be “on top of things” all the time How Jen learned to cope, especially journaling and learning to give herself grace How hard struggling moms work not to let others know the truth of how they feel How Jen became comfortable in sharing her story to help others The importance of normalizing the therapy process and the steps to get better Jen’s hopeful message to other moms: “It’s not you. Those negative thoughts are not who you are. There is so much support available, so reach out. This is a common condition, and it’s treatable. It won’t be like this forever.” Resources: Tranquila Mama Twitter and Instagram: @jenrenpody Facebook: Tranquila Mama Blog Listen To Your Mother on YouTube

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A podcast resource for anyone looking to understand Maternal mental Health and the struggles of new parents. Resources below: Amy Corn - Maternal Mental Health Advocate & PSI State Coordinator amycorn.psi@gmail.com Debbie Turner: Professional Counselor and Perinatal Counseling Specialist debbiet@restorationcounselingatl.com Contact information for our parent organization of Postpartum Support International (PSI) can be found here: www.postpartum.net or www.facebook.com/PostpartumSupportInternational PSI GA Chapter: www.psiga.org and www.facebook.com/psigachapter Some other great maternal mental health resources are: Postpartum Progress: www.postpartumprogress.com Postpartum Stress Center: www.postpartumstress.com Mom & Mind Podcast: www.momandmind.com Resources for DADs: Postpartum Support International: www.postpartum.net/get-help/resources-for-fathers The Center for Men's Excellence: www.menexcel.com and www.facebook.com/MenExcel Postpartum Men: www.postpartummen.com Here is a link to the EPDS (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) which is a 5-minute survey moms and dads can take to see if they are at risk of having postpartum depression. It's free and is considered the gold standard of assessment tests for postpartum depression PPD: www.ahealthblog.com/postpartum-depr…ssion-quiz.html

A podcast resource for anyone looking to understand Maternal mental Health and the struggles of new parents. Resources below: Amy Corn - Maternal Mental Health Advocate & PSI State Coordinator amycorn.psi@gmail.com Debbie Turner: Professional Counselor and Perinatal Counseling Specialist debbiet@restorationcounselingatl.com Contact information for our parent organization of Postpartum Support International (PSI) can be found here: www.postpartum.net or http://www.facebook.com/PostpartumSupportInternational PSI GA Chapter: www.psiga.org and http://www.facebook.com/psigachapter Some other great maternal mental health resources are: Postpartum Progress: www.postpartumprogress.com Postpartum Stress Center: www.postpartumstress.com Mom & Mind Podcast: www.momandmind.com Resources for DADs: Postpartum Support International: www.postpartum.net/get-help/resources-for-fathers The Center for Men's Excellence: www.menexcel.com and www.facebook.com/MenExcel Postpartum Men: www.postpartummen.com Here is a link to the EPDS (Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) which is a 5-minute survey moms and dads can take to see if they are at risk of having postpartum depression. It's free and is considered the gold standard of assessment tests for postpartum depression PPD: https://www.ahealthblog.com/postpartum-depression-quiz.html

Coming back from a head cold,  lots of news items to cover, the proposed post-partum depression bill in California. a federal bill to provide mental health services to farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers, a book, and an app or two. Death might take a holiday but you don't have to join him. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:    KCRB story about the possibility of a California bill to require doctors to perform a mental health test on their patients before and after giving birth. Katherine Stone has a website that is devoted to issues about post-partum depression and treatment options called PostPartum Progress. Really good stuff about symptoms, treatment options and support. Via FarmAid.org, a post about a bill to support mental health treatment in farm and rural areas of the United States. The the name of the bill is Stemming the Tide of Rural Economic Stress and Suicide (STRESS) Act (H.R. 5259). How to Stop Freaking the %#$@ Out When Deep Breathing Doesn’t Work by Erin Pash and Kyle Keller. There is also an Amazon page where the book can be purchased. I've mentioned the Simply Noise app before but this time want to point to the download section where you for a very small amount of money, can purchase the specific sound noise that meets your needs. Special shout out to brown noise, which seems to draw more yarns that is normal for this time of day. Dan Harris 10% Healthier is geared to those folks that want and need the benefits of meditation without what they would refer to as the "bells and woo-woo." The app is available for iOS and Android users. Those of us on Windows Phones or on limited data plans can access the web version. There is a free section but there are also in-app purchases opportunities. If money is an issue there are accessible meditation resources, The UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness has a number of mindfulness stress reduction audio files on a variety of topic. Those with limited plans might want to download the files onto your desktop and then transfer to your media device.   Disclaimer:    Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Postpartum Psychosis, while rare, is very serious. 1-2 in 1,000 new mothers experience this and most have no idea what is going on. Kristina Dulaney shares her story and her journey through recovery. The recovery process can be long. Kristina tells us about the length of her recovery and what she did to get back to herself. This is another important highlight of why we HAVE to educate mothers, families, healthcare providers and whoever will listen. Prevention and early intervention are NECESSARY! Some of her story highlights why we HAVE to have more specialized units for postpartum mothers and very specifically for postpartum psychosis. We have to understand this experience, treat these mothers well, with respect and with dignity. Then we have to educate everyone, get more resources that will actually help, rather than just contain them. She describes how the support of her husband, family and faith really helped her to get to feeling better. Kristina is working to reduce stigma and increase awareness, gather resources for her community in Tennessee. She is looking into the future to make sure resources are available for moms and families going forward. Her message and hope for moms: reach out and get help. Connect with Kristina here: www.facebook.com/intothelightandthriving  Her story here on Postpartum Progress:  http://www.postpartumprogress.com/experience-postpartum-psychosis-hospitalization-recovery Kristina Dulaney now lives in East TN with her husband and 2 children, now 4 and 2. Her postpartum crisis occurred May 22,2015 when her youngest was 5 1/2 months old and they lived just outside of Greensboro at the time. She has made a full recovery and now advocates for perinatal mental health in her area. She enjoys spending time with her family and taking pictures!  

Welcome! It’s Maternal Mental Health Awareness week! Dr. Liz, a PMD specialist, spreads the word about how to help women who are struggling with depression and/or anxiety during pregnancy and postpartum (PMD and PPD). What you’ll learn: Dr. Liz’s own story of postpartum depression Symptoms of PMD Risk Factors for Postpartum Depression and Anxiety How to decrease risk with prevention. Three things you can do to help prevent Postpartum Depression and Anxiety. How Hypnosis is used in the treatment of PMD and to heal Traumatic Birth. How to get help for Prenatal and Postpartum Depression and Anxiety in your area. PPD can hit anytime in the first year after birth. See Symptoms, Risk Factors, and Resources at http://www.drlizhypnosis.com/episode25 See the YouTube Playlist on Pregnancy and Postpartum Timestamps Symptoms start at 9:00  |  Risk Factors at 18:56  | Prevention Tips at 26:26  | Treatment Tips at 28:35  | How to Get Help in your Area at 30:15 To get Help Postpartum Support International Warmline:  1-800-944-4773 and http://www.postpartum.net/ Postpartum Progress:  Postpartumprogress.com Maternal Mental Health Coalition:  http://mmhcoalition.com/mmhawarenessweek/ National Suicide Hotline (in the US):  1-800-273-8255. Get Free hypnosis FOR A BETTER PREGNANCY AT http://www.drlizhypnosis.com/episode25 --------- See more about Dr. Liz at http://bit.ly/drlizhypnosis Dr. Liz's book: http://amzn.to/2gE08FJ Dr. Liz's FB page: http://bit.ly/2eZ9rjG

This week, Kelly DeBie shares her story of postpartum anxiety and depression, including her experiences with intrusive thoughts. I also talk about Postpartum Progress's decision to close its operations. Show notes are available at PPDadventures.com. The intro music is "Cute" by Bensound.com. Thank you for listening and have a great week.

Postpartum depression is a rabbit hole many women face. In fact, 600,000 women in the US will suffer from PPD. It's not just the women we need to worry about. It's the children, thousands of them, who are at risk. PPD affects children’s development and puts them at a higher risk of future psychiatric illness.  In fact, maternal depression during infancy has a bigger impact on a child’s development than later exposure to maternal mental illness (Essex 2001, Moehler 2006, postpartumprogress, 2016). Stephanie Trzyna is a 36-year-old mother to one who has struggled with depression, anxiety and borderline OCD since age 14. After the birth of her daughter in 2006, she fell victim to Severe Postpartum Depression and Anxiety which ultimately led to her first hospitalization.  With the strength of her husband, parents and her daughter, she has survived six bouts of major depression and has become a huge advocate for mental illness and maternal mental illness.  She serves as a Climb Co-Leader for her local Climb Out Of The Darkness for Postpartum Progress and is a Warrior Mom Ambassador. Currently, she recovering from her 6th episode of Major Depressive Disorder.  You can find her as a frequent contributor to The Mighty and Stigma Fighters.  She also runs an active blog at spaigewrites.com where she discusses her over twenty years of struggling with mental illness.

Real and Personal Story from suffering to healing: Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, PTSD from Birth Trauma and OCD  *Sensitivity notice - difficult content* Amy Corn, Mom and Advocate, Is a mother of two and a survivor of postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD and PTSD. She is actively working as a volunteer and advocate for maternal mental health in her community north of the Atlanta Georgia area. She's been working with her pediatrician to develop a postpartum assessment program where all mothers with children 12 months and younger will be assessed at each well visit. She recently organized a workshop where 18 therapists received training specifically in postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Topics Discussed: Postpartum depression, Postpartum Support International, Postpartum Progress, coping skills, breathing, taking time for yourself- mommy time, Brook shields book: Down Came the Rain was helpful, screening at pediatrician’s offices, medication and recovery www.postpartum.net www.postpartumprogress.com  

I really hope this podcast goes viral. The irony would be too much!  That's because my guest is viral video vixen, writer, and mom Morgan Shanahan. Morgan is a Senior Editor for Buzzfeed and has her finger on the pulse of the internet. She stays on top of everything happening in the parenting world including funny videos, celeb news and topical parent-themed listicles because it's her job.  She's also an award-winning screenwriter and a director. Is there anything she can't do? Probably. But we didn't talk about that in this episode. We did talk about how I'm jealous of the Chewbacca mom, but not because of her fascination with Chewie. It's because she played the public like a fiddle. We also squeeze in some celeb talk about Ryan Reynolds.  Apparently he really is that nice! And she hints at a story about another celebrity involving a hamster and her car. But I've been sworn to secrecy. Sorry suckers! The most compelling part of my interview with Morgan was her honesty about dealing with postpartum depression. It's incredible that she's been through so much in the last several years, yet managed to build a hugely successful blog called the818.com, make millions of people laugh through Buzzfeed, and become an advocate for other women suffering from PPD. You have to hear her very moving story for yourself. If you or someone you know is suffering from postpartum depression and want them to know they're not alone, share this episode with them. It won't fix the situation, but it could help them to know they're not alone. You can also tell them about the charity Morgan is working with called Postpartum Progress. She's involved in a fundraiser to raise awareness and funds to help other women struggling through the complicated and devastating heartbreak of postpartum. To find out how you can get involved go to the818.com and learn more about Climb Out Of The Darkness. And don't forget to follow Morgan @the818 on Twitter or @BuzzfeedParents to support her fun comedy bits. And who wouldn't want to do that? You could be a part of creating the next viral video star!

Show Summary We’re in the process of changing our lives and we have the audacity to do it publicly as podcast series. We’ve been using Essentialism by Greg McKeown as a loose guide. One of the main tenets of the book is that we have to exercise our power of choice. Last week, Laura chose to quit her day job as full-time homemaker. This week we’re bringing clarity to what that actually means and how we can start supporting her in that transition. Our first step is simply making a list of what her job as a homemaker was and then also creating a list of things she chooses to keep doing. It was a lot harder than it sounds because what we do gets so mixed up with who we are. Then you throw depression into the mix and the difficulty hits ten. Show Resources Feed.press Essentialism by Greg McKeown ExpressionEngine Conference Greg Baugues – Developers and Depression Laura sees Tanya Beard, at Integrative Mental Health Partners. Post Partum Depression is more common 4 years after childbirth than in the first year, according to this report. Postpartum Progress – a resource site for PPD “You Can’t Tell a Mom has Post Partum Depression by Looking” – a devastating photo essay. You cannot tell. Show Notes “Laura’s Lists” Things I do that no one else can do but me Nurse Ethan Stuff Laura is Quitting as full-time homemaker Make breakfast Get kids dressed Change Ethan’s diaper Oversee homework/schoolwork Make snack Wipe bottoms Do laundry – wash, fold, put away Clean bathroom Make lunch Take Sophia to school Make supper Kitchen cleanup Oversee house tidying Put Ethan to bed Where everything is/is kept Car maintenance Kid hygiene Camacho family website Stuff Laura doesn’t want to do but is afraid to let go of Health information/doctor’s appointments Brush kids’ teeth Put Ethan down for his nap Household maintenance (inside and out) Yard maintenance (other than mowing) Garbage days Things Laura Chooses to keep doing (in order) Close, private friendship stuff MarriageStartup Support/Peer Group Read to kids (the current extent of homeschooling) Cooking when everyone is leaving me alone Finances Homeschool planning/kids’ education Spiritual Side project HeyLauraWhat Menu planning Grocery shopping Organizing/purging the house Seasonal clothes transitioning Clothing sizes/needs for kids Clothing needs for adults Support Glimmering Podcast

Biz and Theresa fall back on “making jokes” as our defense mechanism while we tackle the topic of Postpartum Depression, the way the media portrays it, and our own experiences with the ups, downs and way-downs of post-baby life. We then speak with Katherine Stone, founder of Postpartum Progress, who helps us understand postpartum depression and other mental illnesses related to pregnancy and childbirth, including postpartum anxiety, postpartum OCD, depression during pregnancy, and more.