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Perinatal Mental Health: Overcoming Shame and Seeking Help
Heal Your Roots Podcast
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How did you become a therapist?
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How Nicole Bolognini became a therapist
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The most common issues associated with postpartum depression.
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What makes a traumatic birth experience?
14:09
Ocd and Ocd in new moms.
20:48
Intergenerational attachment and childhood trauma.
23:44
How having a child opens up past wounds.
26:42
Screening women after birth for anxiety and depression.
32:15
Postpartum depression and trauma.
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Dealing with insensitive comments from family and friends.
42:15
Breastfeeding is a decision to be made with the whole family in mind
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Heal Your Roots Podcast
Perinatal Mental Health: Overcoming Shame and Seeking Help
Mar 29, 2023
Season 2
Episode 3
HYR Productions
In this episode of the Heal Your Roots Podcast, we sit down with therapist Nicole Bolognini, LCSW, PMH-C, owner of Skylands Wellness in New Jersey, to discuss the critical landscape of perinatal mental health.
In this episode, we explore:
⚠️ Trigger Warning
Today's episode includes discussions of postpartum mood issues, including intrusive thoughts of harm, as well as conversations regarding miscarriage. We encourage our listeners to prioritize their well-being; if these topics are difficult for you, please listen with care.
You are not alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (24/7)
Additional resources for pregnancy loss support can be found in our show notes.
Connect with us:
Check out more episodes at:
https://healyourrootspodcast.com/episodes/perinatal-mental-health-overcoming-shame-seeking-help
Timestamps:
In this episode, we explore:
- Nicole’s journey into the field and her inspiration for specializing in perinatal mental health.
- Common issues associated with postpartum depression and the factors that contribute to birth trauma.
- Insights into Postpartum OCD and the impact of intergenerational attachment and childhood trauma.
- How having a child can resurface past wounds and the urgent need for routine anxiety and depression screenings.
- Navigating the complex relationship between postpartum depression, trauma, and insensitive comments from loved ones.
- The realities of breastfeeding and the importance of prioritizing the well-being of the whole family.
⚠️ Trigger Warning
Today's episode includes discussions of postpartum mood issues, including intrusive thoughts of harm, as well as conversations regarding miscarriage. We encourage our listeners to prioritize their well-being; if these topics are difficult for you, please listen with care.
You are not alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (24/7)
Additional resources for pregnancy loss support can be found in our show notes.
Connect with us:
Check out more episodes at:
https://healyourrootspodcast.com/episodes/perinatal-mental-health-overcoming-shame-seeking-help
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Intro and Maternal Mental Health
- 02:27 Becoming a Therapist
- 03:14 Perinatal and Family Building Specialties
- 04:42 Common Postpartum Challenges
- 07:01 Myths and Stigma Regarding Postpartum
- 10:55 Understanding Traumatic Birth Experiences
- 15:05 Postpartum OCD and Anxiety
- 17:45 Letting Go of Control
- 21:22 Attachment Styles in Parenting
- 24:46 Couples Counseling Postpartum
- 27:09 Advocating for Better Screening
- 32:31 Postpartum Issues for Dads
- 34:11 Miscarriage and Fertility Grief
- 36:23 Setting Boundaries with Family
- 41:35 Specialized Perinatal Certification
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