The Healing Mindset Podcast

Is Ketamine Safe for Moms Struggling With Depression? | Melissa Whippo

Marpa Minds Season 1 Episode 16

Is ketamine a safe treatment option for moms struggling with depression or postpartum challenges?
In this episode, ketamine researcher and psychotherapist Melissa Whippo breaks down the real science behind ketamine’s safety, especially for mothers.

Inside this conversation, we cover:
Is ketamine safe for breastfeeding mothers?
What the latest research shows about ketamine in breast milk
Why postpartum depression is so difficult to treat
How ketamine offers rapid relief for severe depression
Safety protocols used in clinical ketamine therapy
How family support and preparation impact healing
Ethical considerations for moms seeking ketamine treatment

If you or someone you know is a mom struggling with depression, anxiety, or postpartum symptoms, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and real clinical insight.

👤 About Marpa Minds

Marpa Minds is a next-generation mental health network offering Spravato® and Ketamine treatments for depression, trauma, and emotional numbness. We combine science, therapy, and compassion to help you feel again.

👉 Learn more about Marpa Minds: www.marpaminds.com