Overcoming Motherhood

Season 2. E 1. Birth & Breastfeeding Trauma and their Effects on Body Image with Abigail Barth MSW RSW

May 25, 2023 Gillian Yuan Season 2 Episode 1
Overcoming Motherhood
Season 2. E 1. Birth & Breastfeeding Trauma and their Effects on Body Image with Abigail Barth MSW RSW
Show Notes

Trigger Warning:  This episode discusses or mentions birth and breastfeeding trauma, sexual trauma, and perinatal mental health challenges such as postpartum depression and anxiety.  If you do not feel able to listen to this episode at this time, please know that we see you and we hold space for you.  Please feel free to skip this episode and listen to any of the previous ones in Season 1 or future ones in Season 2.

If you have experienced birth and/or breastfeeding trauma, and feel ready to learn more about it, you will find this episode helpful.  You are not alone, and we are here to inform and support you in your healing journey. 

If at any time you feel you need support during or after this episode, please call either your local area's Distress Line or 
the Postpartum Support International Line at 1-800-944-4773

Summary:

  • What is Birth and Breastfeeding Trauma?
  • Societal messages about birth, breastfeeding, and motherhood that impacts how Moms feel about these and themselves.
  • The speakers' personal stories about these issues
  •  Moving forward, start the healing process.

 
If you're interested in more of Abigail Barth (MSW, RSW)'s work, you can find her on Instagram or her Website.

You can find me Gillian Yuan (BN, BSc, MBEC) on Instagram, and my website, and to get started in accepting your body today, download the free guide to feel good in your body now.

Disclaimer: The opinions and views discussed in this episode are for information and educational purposes only and are not intended to be used as personal therapy or medical/ mental health advice.  Please consult with your personal registered professional for advice based on your individual circumstances.

The thoughts and opinions discussed in this podcast are solely the opinion of Gillian and/or her guests and for information/ educational purposes only. Gillian is not a licensed health or psychology practitioner. Please consult your healthcare providers prior to utilizing any information presented in the podcast.