75: Demystifying Perinatal Mental Health. With Bethany Warren

Are you looking for answers to your mood shifts during pregnancy or postpartum? Listen in to find your answers. Our mental health during the reproductive years can be a lot to handle. Learning what to watch out for and knowing when to ask for help is critical. Listen in as Bethany shares her expertise with us. What We Talked About: The importance of supporting new parents, parents-to-be and those struggling with fertility.  What exactly are Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) Some red flags that might mean you’re suffering from PMADs How to parent while recovering from birth or reproductive trauma Breaking multigenerational patterns and learning to parent in our own ways Things to Remember: “Your moods are going to change when becoming a parent, your emotions are going to change during pregnancy and the postpartum period. It’s important to de-pathologize that.” “You’re the best advocate and expert on you. If you are feeling off, please get help.” “If you’re noticing that you’re struggling on whatever level, it doesn’t have to be that you are severely impacted, you deserve support and care." - Bethany Warren "Do I wish I had never endured postpartum depression? Absolutely. But to deny the experience is to deny who I am." - Bruce Dallas Howard "You are not alone. You are not to blame. With help, you will be well. - unknown "Being a mom has made me so tired. And so happy." - Tina Fey Click here for Show Notes and more from Jeanne-Marie, Your Parenting Mentor