041: Understanding Postpartum Depression
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In this episode of the ABCs of Preschool, host Ms. Amber, an experienced mom and early childhood expert, opens up about her personal journey with postpartum depression. She discusses the importance of addressing this often-stigmatized topic and encourages women to seek help without shame. Ms. Amber explains what postpartum depression is, how it differs from the baby blues, and shares her own experiences with panic attacks and treatment. The episode calls for a more open dialogue about mental health in motherhood, aiming to empower and support mothers experiencing postpartum depression.
Key Highlights:
Postpartum Depression - Personal Journey (1:14 - 3:05)
· Ms. Amber shares personal experience with postpartum depression.
Importance of Mental Health Conversation (3:05 - 4:11)
· The need for open conversations, urging women not to carry shame and to seek help.
Understanding Postpartum Depression (4:32 - 7:03)
· Postpartum depression and it symptoms
· How it differs from the typical "baby blues”
Statistics and Normalization (10:50 - 11:14)
· Startling statistic that 1 in 7 mothers experience postpartum depression
· He need to normalize the conversation and support affected women.
Hormonal Changes and Their Impact (11:14 - 12:00)
· How hormonal changes after childbirth contribute to postpartum depression
· The significant impact these changes can have on a mother's mental health.
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Website: www.thelovingstartway.com
Instagram: thelovingstartway
Ms. Amber is the author of the ABC's of Preschool and the founder of Loving Start Learning Centers. www.lovingstartlearningcenter.com and founder of the Loving Start Way Academy.
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Tweetable Quotes:
“We are not a bad person because we are suffering and we feel like we have darkness in us.” -Ms. Amber
“As women were supposed to be nurturers and caretakers and we’re supposed to be super women all the freaking time.” -Ms. Amber
“It’s so fascinating. 1 out of 7 moms, 14% experience PPD. That is crazy.” – Ms. Amber
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