Made to Mom Episode #9: Postpartum Mood Disorders
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Summary & Episode Takeaways
In this episode I’m talking about postpartum mental health.
A mother’s mental health is important after birth as it can affect her health, and shape the health of her child.
Screening for mental health conditions is important, but so is accessing care.
Barriers of care can include stigma, lack of time, and lack of motivation
Social support, particularly from partners may help women access care to support their mental health.
Partners should know about the signs and symptoms of postpartum mood disorders
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Check out the blog post
Seeds of Hope: Nurturing Mental Health and Managing Perinatal Mood, Anxiety, and Related Disorders
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