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Navigating the complexities of **perinatal and postpartum OCD** can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. In this essential episode of the *Heal Your Roots Podcast*, we are joined by expert **Dr. Katie Manganello** to shed light on these often misunderstood experiences. Together, we offer compassionate insights and actionable strategies designed to help mothers move from the weight of anxiety toward true empowerment. Whether you are seeking clarity on your own mental health or looking to build resilience during this transformative life stage, this conversation provides the tools you need to reclaim your journey.
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Episode Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Welcome and Intro to Hosting
• 01:00 - New Format: Therapist to Interviewee
• 02:08 - Understanding Postpartum and Perinatal OCD
• 06:26 - OCD vs. Normal Parental Anxiety
• 13:59 - Shame, Guilt, and Onset Timing
• 16:38 - OCD Experiences for Fathers and Partners
• 18:31 - Transitioning to New Parent Roles
• 20:26 - Managing Private Practice as Parent
• 26:42 - Balancing Therapy Work and Pregnancy
• 31:17 - Navigating Body Image and Changes
• 37:25 - The Stigma of Sharing Early News
• 40:18 - Life as a New Parent
• 47:02 - The Brutality of Sleep Deprivation

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