Nourished with Dr. Anikó
On Nourished with Dr. Anikó, you’ll discover a refreshing, integrative approach to whole-person wellness, motherhood, and authentic living. Hosted by Dr. Anikó Gréger, a double board-certified Integrative Pediatrician and Postpartum specialist trained in perinatal mental health, this podcast is a powerful space for people who are ready to feel deeply supported, emotionally connected, and truly nourished—physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Nourished is rooted in both clinical expertise and lived experience. As a mother and a healer, Dr. Anikó shares thoughtful conversations, solo episodes, and expert guest interviews that explore the many layers of what it means to live a nourished life. From Integrative Medicine and nervous system regulation to postpartum recovery, mental health support, hormone balance, lifestyle practices, and relationship dynamics, each episode offers transformative insights and practical tools to help you reclaim your vitality and inner calm.
You’ll learn how to nourish your body with intention, support your emotional well-being, strengthen your relationships, and reconnect with your sense of purpose. Whether you're navigating early motherhood, midlife transitions, or simply seeking a more mindful and empowered way of living, this podcast meets you where you are and helps you grow.
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Nourished with Dr. Anikó
48. Postpartum Truths with Dr. Michelle Haggerty, The Fourth Trimester & Maternal Mental Health
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In this episode of Nourished with Dr. Anikó, Dr. Anikó continues her special perinatal and postpartum series with a deeply honest and compassionate conversation on the realities of the fourth trimester, maternal mental health, and what true support actually looks like.
Joined by Dr. Michelle Haggerty, a physician specializing in family, integrative, and lactation medicine, this episode explores the often unspoken emotional and physical challenges of postpartum life, including pregnancy loss, identity shifts, and the profound transformation into motherhood.
This conversation also acknowledges the weight of navigating motherhood in a complex and often overwhelming world, while offering a powerful reminder that caring for yourself and your baby is meaningful, necessary work.
If you are in the postpartum period, supporting someone who is, or seeking a deeper understanding of maternal health, this episode offers both validation and hope.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
03:00 Honoring “angel babies” and how personal loss shapes postpartum care
06:00 Holding grief, motherhood, and real-world challenges at the same time
16:00 The postpartum care gap, why most maternal deaths happen after birth
19:00 The limitations of the standard six-week postpartum visit
23:00 Why postpartum is a lifelong transformation, not a “bounce back” moment
32:00 What the fourth trimester really is and why it matters for long-term health
41:00 Intrusive thoughts in postpartum, what’s normal and how to find support
46:00 The connection between breastfeeding, mental health, and societal support
52:00 What true postpartum care can look like, in-home, relationship-centered support
This episode is part of an ongoing series on perinatal and postpartum health, where we explore the support, care, and conversations every birthing parent deserves. Be sure to follow Nourished with Dr. Anikó so you don’t miss the upcoming episodes in this series.
Dr. Michelle Haggerty: Dr. Michelle Haggerty, DO, MPH, ABOIM, NABBLM-C, IBCLC, PMH-C, RYT-200 Founder & CEO, Board Certified Integrative Family Physician, Breastfeeding & Lactation Medicine Specialist, and Perinatal Mental Health Specialist
Learn more at:
Website: https://www.fourthtrimesterdoc.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fourthtrimesterdoc
Center for Fourth Trimester Care:
https://www.c4tc.co
Resources Mentioned:
Maternal Mental Health Hotline (24/7):
1-833-TLC-MAMA
988 Mental Health Crisis Line
Postpartum Support International:
https://www.postpartum.net
Dr. Michelle Haggerty:
Website: https://www.fourthtrimesterdoc.com
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The content of this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views expressed are those of the host and guests and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast.