A Mother is Born
A Mother Is Born is a podcast to support women and their partners through trying to conceive, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum—guided by values, intuition, and intention. Through real conversations about preconception planning, navigating maternity care, and the identity shift into motherhood, you'll find grounded support, practical education, and empowering guidance for every step of the journey.
A Mother is Born
OCD in Pregnancy and Postpartum
In this episode of A Mother Is Born, I sit down with Grace, a therapist who specializes in OCD and trauma, to talk about how OCD can show up during pregnancy and postpartum—and why so many parents don’t realize they’re experiencing it.
We cover:
- What OCD actually is (and common myths)
- The difference between intrusive thoughts and intuition
- How to find safe, informed providers
- Treatment options beyond medication
- Our personal experiences with postpartum OCD
Whether you’re a new parent, a birthworker, or just curious about what no one tells you about intrusive thoughts—this episode is packed with clarity, compassion, and practical support.
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