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Today’s episode is one that every mom should listen to before having a baby. Trish is talking about something so many moms experience after birth, and that is scary, intrusive thoughts and postpartum depression.
Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, distressing, repetitive thoughts, thoughts that just keep coming into your brain, especially during times of stress - like right after having a baby.
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If you’ve experienced thoughts like “what if I dropped the baby?”, “what if something terrible happens?”, “what kind of mother thinks like this?” - you’re not broken, you’re not dangerous, and you’re absolutely not a bad mom.
Trish shares her own experiences with intrusive thoughts and emphasizes that this often happens to moms resulting from stress and hypervigilance to protect their babies.
Trish also offers practical techniques for managing distressing thoughts and encourages mothers to speak out and to seek support - either through trusted confidantes, mental health professionals, or supportive communities.
More Episodes:
Overcoming Mental Health Challenges in Motherhood with Danielle Sherman-Lazar | 167
What No One Tells You About Navigating Postpartum Emotions: Meredith Waymire | 81
The Mother Wound & Its Effect on Postpartum: Maranda Bower | 76
01:16 Understanding Intrusive Thoughts
02:14 My Experience with Intrusive Thoughts
03:15 The Nature of Intrusive Thoughts
05:33 Intrusive Thoughts vs. Postpartum Depression
06:49 Seeking Support and Healing
07:17 Community and Resources
10:46 Grounding Techniques and Final Encouragement
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