How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…
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Let's talk about Prenatal, Pregnancy and Postpartum health! This podcast is all about authentic conversations centred on Perinatal health and wellbeing; from mood and anxiety disorders, to breastfeeding challenges, to grief and loss in the Perinatal period and literally everything in between! This is the place to have real and honest conversations about these experiences so we can break down barriers to accessing treatment and crush stigma! I open these conversations up by sharing my knowledge as a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional, interviewing others with lived experience and talking with colleagues who also work in the Perinatal field supporting clients and sharing their wisdom. You will walk away with more knowledge and understanding of the Perinatal period and ideas for coping with the many challenges that can come up in this period. You are not alone and there is a community of support waiting for you! For more information about Perinatal Wellbeing visit our website www.perinatalwellbeing.ca. If you want to submit a question to be answered on a future podcast please email me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca.
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Let's talk about Prenatal, Pregnancy and Postpartum health! This podcast is all about authentic conversations centred on Perinatal health and wellbeing; from mood and anxiety disorders, to breastfeeding challenges, to grief and loss in the Perinatal period and literally everything in between! This is the place to have real and honest conversations about these experiences so we can break down barriers to accessing treatment and crush stigma! I open these conversations up by sharing my knowledge as a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional, interviewing others with lived experience and talking with colleagues who also work in the Perinatal field supporting clients and sharing their wisdom. You will walk away with more knowledge and understanding of the Perinatal period and ideas for coping with the many challenges that can come up in this period. You are not alone and there is a community of support waiting for you! For more information about Perinatal Wellbeing visit our website www.perinatalwellbeing.ca. If you want to submit a question to be answered on a future podcast please email me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca.
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Send us a text Content Warning: Cancer, death, losing a parent, mention of miscarriage, perinatal loss Description: On today’s episode of the PWO Podcast, Kate Love joins me to share her story of navigating the loss of a parent and becoming a parent herself. Highlights: 1:28 - Kate introduces herself 5:24 - Kate shares her story of her mom’s cancer diagnosis as she became pregnant 10:42 - Grieving and how Kate carries her mom with her and her mom’s passing 16:09 - Death phobia, grief in the Perinatal Period. 28:57 - The timeline of grief, “grief isn’t fixable.” 36:42 - Legacy and grief rituals 42:43 - Being aware of our own mortality and parenting little ones 49:16 - Kate’s advice to people grieving and people supporting those who are grieving 50:37 - Kate’s favourite memory of her mom, Mimi Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find Kate on Instagram @katelovestherapy Be Ceremonial App - https://www.beceremonial.com/ Book: Crying at H Mart by Michelle Zauner Book: When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chödrön Book: When Dinosaurs Die by Laurie Krasny Brown Book: Grief is Love: Living with Loss by Marissa Renee Lee Andrea Warnick https://andreawarnick.com/ You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
Send us a text On today's episode, I am joined once again by Anneke to discuss the stress that the holidays can bring. We chat about the pressures of "the perfect celebrations," the weight of capitalism on gift-giving, and the unique mental load parents carry during the season. Highlights: 2:03 - Anneke's experience with celebrating holidays 6:47 - Capitalism and the impact on gift giving as parents 11:52 - Traditions and social norms and how isolating they can be 28:31 - Mental load of parenting and managing holidays Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode, don't hesitate to contact me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca , and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: suicidal ideation, CAS involvement Episode description: On today’s episode I am talking with Elaine about the often unspoken challenges of parenting with a disability. From discovering her pregnancy at seven months to confronting societal stereotypes and medical assumptions, Elaine's story is a testament to resilience and the power of unwavering determination. Highlights: 1:44 - How Elaine came into parenting, 5:24 - Elaine found out she was 7 months pregnant, 10:45 - Doctor’s assumptions about parenting with a disability, seeking out a midwife, 24:35 - Elaine’s support system, 31:32 - Elaine experienced depression during pregnancy and suicidal ideation, she was isolated and felt more alone, 34:50 - Welcoming a second baby, experiencing mental illness postpartum, parenting during the pandemic, 41:04 - Elaine had support from CAS with her first child but wasn’t able to access support for her 2nd child, she received support from Safe Families Canada, 46:35 - Parenting a child with a disability, restrictions in the school system, 57:51 - Advocating for herself as a disabled parent and for a disabled child and burnout, 1:04:05 - How does Elaine’s disability impact her parenting, 1:09:37 - Coming to terms with that Elaine’s “just a parent”, society not valuing paid work, 1:19:26 - What does Elaine think is needed for resources for parents with a disability; finding a community/support groups, more supports for single parents with a disability, connecting to mainstream supports. Resources mentioned in this episode: Healthy Babies Healthy Children - https://www.ontario.ca/page/healthy-babies-healthy-children-program Safe Families Canada - https://safefamiliescanada.com/ Living Diverse Podcast CNIB - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/cnib-podcast-network/id1548337187 You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com Support the show…
1 Changing the Narrative Around Motherhood with Amanda Gurman 1:12:03
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: c-section, medical procedures, swearing, rage, mental illness On today’s episode I am talking with Amanda Gurman who hosts the podcast Honest as a Mother, about her introduction to motherhood and the impact on her mental health. Amanda shares honestly and openly about her experiences with postpartum anxiety, depression and rage as well as how her recent diagnosis with ADHD impacts her parenting. Amanda also talks about her recovery and how she supports new parents by talking about the realities of parenting and how she is trying to change the narrative around motherhood. Amanda is an author (check out her books in the show notes), a podcast editor, a mom and an amazing person! Highlights: 1:21 - Amanda’s introduction to motherhood; c-section, challenges with nursing, 6:56 - Changing the narrative around motherhood, not loving the work of parenting, 12:47 - Giving permission to do what works for me, 17:30 - Amanda had her daughter in 2016 and experienced irritability, anger, rage, 22:36 - Feeling not like yourself, intrusive thoughts, 25:33 - Amanda was diagnosed with postpartum rage, 32:13 - Amanda was recently diagnosed with ADHD, 37:22 - We all struggle with parenting, now Amanda puts herself first, 39:15 - Relationship dynamics with her husband, husband needed support 43:08 - Coming to terms with the experience of postpartum rage/anxiety/depression, 44:17 - Grief around that period of time, 55:29 - Amanda’s recovery; therapy and ADHD, Amanda started writing, baby’s first birthday, 1:01:33 - Amanda’s writing and podcast Honest as a Mother, 1:09:51 - You’re not alone, it’s ok to not be ok, don’t be afraid to seek help. Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find Amanda on Instagram @amanda.gurman You can listen to Amanda’s podcast Honest as a Mother on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/honest-as-a-mother/id1516360281 You can get Amanda’s Books Honest as a Mother Book 1 and 2 on Amazon (Book 2 was just released in September!) https://www.amazon.ca/stores/Amanda-Gurman/author/B0BG8WV4CS?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true And check out Momming Hard that Amanda co-authored https://www.amazon.ca/MOMMING-HARD-Normalizing-Beautiful-Motherhood/dp/1777017769/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OZHKD4ZN1ZTK&keywords=Momming%20Hard&qid=1669733691&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=m%2Caps%2C827&sr=8-1 You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Special: Roundtable Discussion 1:28:32
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text On today’s special bonus episode of the Perinatal Wellbeing Podcast, I am thrilled to be joined by a panel of amazing guests, including Anneke Van Den Berg, Gabrielle Griffith, Laine Halpern Zisman, Lisette Weber, and Olivia Scobie. Together for this roundtable discussion, we delve into our pivotal roles in supporting our local communities across Ontario. We explore the everyday hurdles and obstacles individuals in these regions face to access vital perinatal mental health services. This candid conversation promises to shed light on the challenges, triumphs, and indispensable support networks that underpin the journey toward perinatal wellbeing. Please donate to the Climb here https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/healthy-start-healthy-future-inc/p2p/COTDCanada/team/team-ontario-virtual/ Highlights: 0:50 – Introductions 9:33 – What barriers do you see when trying to access perinatal services? 16:01 – Cultural norms and expectations. 20:58 – The importance of educating professionals and caregivers on intrusive thoughts. 32:12 – Accessibility of perinatal services. 36:38 – When personal biases influence the care we provide and the impact on service users. 55:46 – The system for help is broken, and organizations like PWO can better support people. 1:05:51 – Survivors of trauma: Lack of trauma-informed care, how not to retraumatize. 1:18:04 – What is needed for change to occur and make perinatal services more accessible? You can find our guests on Instagram below: Gabrielle Griffith @yourqueerdoula Lisette Weber @togetherwaterloo Laine Halpern Zisman @queerconceptions Olivia Scobie @perinatalmentalhealthtrainings Anneke van den Berg @anneke.m.vandenberg Please check our directory for supports in Ontario https://www.perinatalwellbeing.ca/ontario-directory . You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode, please email me so I can help you find support in your area or online. You can look for an individual therapist at www.psychologytoday.com . Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, free online support groups, and a provider directory. Support the show…
Send us a text Please donate to the Climb here https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/healthy-start-healthy-future-inc/p2p/COTDCanada/team/team-ontario-virtual/ Episode Description: Today’s episode is a special one for PWO’s Climb Out of the Darkness fundraising event. On these 2 bonus episodes we are going to talk about accessing different types of supports in the Perinatal period when we are experiencing symptoms of a mood and anxiety disorder. On today’s episode I am so excited to have Amber Sperling talking about the benefits of individual therapy and Kelley Hassanpour about the benefits of group work and group therapy. Highlights: Amber Sperling discusses the benefits of Individual therapy: 2:13 - Introducing Amber 2:32 - Amber shares her story of challenges when having her babies 7:06 - Amber moved into working in the Perinatal Mental Health field 8:42 - What is individual therapy? 19:16 - How can people access individual therapy in Ontario? 27:06 – Transition between segments Kelley Hassanpour discusses the benefits of Group Therapy: 27:10 - Introducing Kelley 27:37 - Kelley’s experience with PPA, accessing private therapy and how to do that 30:29 - Finding a therapist that aligns with your values 35:17 - Kelley’s shift in her professional life, developing groups for new parents 39:46 - What does Kelley see that clients take away from groups 43:39 - The benefits of our NICU therapy group You can reach all of our guests below: Karin Thoms Instagram @karin_pwo Email: peersupport@perinatalwellbeing.ca https://www.perinatalwellbeing.ca/group-peer-support Dr. Niki Nephin Website https://nikithenaturopath.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/nikinephinND/ Instagram @nikithenaturopath Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine https://ccnm.edu/ Kelley Hassanpour Website https://www.parentingfromwithin.ca/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ParentingFromWithin Instagram @ parenting_from_within_ Amber Sperling Website https://www.ambersperling.ca/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081392572507 Instagram @amber.sperling.rsw Allison Flynn-Bowman at Life With a Baby Website www.lifewithababy.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LifeWithABaby Instagram @lifewithababy You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca Support the show…
1 Special: Climb Out of the Darkness Event: Episode 1 1:20:46
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Please donate to the Climb here https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/healthy-start-healthy-future-inc/p2p/COTDCanada/team/team-ontario-virtual/ Description: Today’s episode is a special one for PWO’s Climb Out of the Darkness fundraising event. On these 2 bonus episodes we are going to talk about accessing different types of supports in the Perinatal period when we are experiencing symptoms of a mood and anxiety disorder. Highlights: Karin Thoms discusses the benefits of Peer Support: 2:13 - Introducing Karin 2:55 - Karin story with PPD PPA; accessing individual therapy after 1st and 2nd baby, 5:13 - Accessing peer support and the magic of group support, 11:06 - Karin describes the peer support program that she accessed, 14:12 - Karin’s peer support work through PWO, 17:59 - What advice would you give to someone who’s hesitant to reach out for help?20:28 – Transition between segments Dr. Niki Nephin discusses the benefits of Naturopathic Support: 20:33 - Introducing Niki 21:17 - The challenges that Niki sees when accessing PMH supports in Ontario 24:22 - Approaching perinatal mental health support with a naturopathic doctor including: 24:46 - Systems approach 26:00 - Physical support 35:10 - Looking at what was going on before baby and how that shows up postpartum 39:50 - How the system is not working for us 46:46 - How can people access a Naturopathic Doctor if finances are a barrier 50:34 – Transition between segments Allison Flynn-Bowman talks about Life With a Baby and grassroots fundraising: 50:30 - Introducing Allison Flynn-Bowman – what brought her into this work. 57:48 - What is LWAB – Life With a Baby? 59:42 - What is coming up for LWAB 1:03:18 - What is the Climb Out of the Darkness campaign? 1:10:32 - The struggles with fundraising for grassroots organizations You can reach all of our guests below: Karin Thoms Instagram @karin_pwo Email: peersupport@perinatalwellbeing.ca https://www.perinatalwellbeing.ca/group-peer-support Dr. Niki Nephin Website https://nikithenaturopath.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/nikinephinND/ Instagram @nikithenaturopath Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine https://ccnm.edu/ Kelley Hassanpour Website https://www.parentingfromwithin.ca/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ParentingFromWithin Instagram @ parenting_from_within_ Amber Sperling Website https://www.ambersperling.ca/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081392572507 Instagram @amber.sperling.rsw Allison Flynn-Bowman at Life With a Baby Website www.lifewithababy.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LifeWithABaby Instagram @lifewithababy You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email Support the show…
1 Gabriella Talks about Navigating the Loss of her Sister in the Postpartum Period 1:20:05
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Gabriella Carafa, MSW, PMH-C is a social worker, psychotherapist and consultant working with people in the perinatal period experiencing mental health issues as well as parents with disabilities. Gabriella welcomed her daughter 2 years ago and then at 3.5 months postpartum lost her sister to an opiate overdose. Gabriella shares her story of love and loss while trying to juggle adjusting to parenthood and grieving the loss of her sister simultaneously. I’m so grateful to Gabriella for sharing her story in a vulnerable and authentic way. Content Warning: Death, grief, opiate overdose, substance use/misuse, addiction, trauma Highlights: 1:52 - Gabriella introduces herself and how professional and personal lives intersect 4:09 - Gabriella shares her story of becoming a parent and about her relationship with her sister 10:00 - Feeling guilt about her sister’s journey and passing (might have to edit some out here) 13:59 - Gabriella’s postpartum experience and heightened anxiety 17:41 - Gabriella’s sister passed away 24:14 - Grief in the postpartum period and having to be grateful because there was a baby 38:48 - Having compassion for her sister and herself 44:23 - Grief in the perinatal period related to loss and becoming a parent 52:15 - How losing her sister impacted her postpartum period 1:06:04 - Grief rituals and making meaning post loss 1:17:05 - Gabriella shares her favourite memories of her sister Resources mentioned in this episode: You can reach Gabriella by email at gcarafa.rsw@gmail.com You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Real Talk About the Physical Changes in Pregnancy and Post Birth 1:05:09
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: Medical procedures, c-section procedures, physical functions, swearing, gendered language, poop talk, swearing To say that I’m excited for today’s episode would be an understatement. This is my dream episode because I just want to be real about the physical changes that come with pregnancy, birth and post birth. I love real talk and I love humour and Anneke brings both of those into whatever she does. Anneke van den Berg is a mother of 4, who made her home in Canada over 15 years ago. Originally from the Netherlands, adjusting to life in Canada was difficult and lonely, but it has become home. Mental health has been a struggle for her throughout all her pregnancies and postpartum, partly due to isolation and being an immigrant. Using these experiences to relate to others, parents specifically, has given her a sense of purpose and helped her healing process. There is SO much more we want to talk about but here is what came up in today’s episode! Let us know your thoughts and what you would love other expecting parents to know! Highlights: 3:21 - Constipation postpartum and fear of a bowel movement postpartum 9:27 - C-section healing; Anneke had a c-section wound 16:20 - Impact of motherhood as martyr on processing our birthing experiences 20:20 - Physical changes to our body postpartum; our organs going back into place, contractions during nursing 29:17 - More about the motherhood as martyr impact on us and how this translates to feeling guilt and pressure as a pregnant person 38:45 - Intimacy postpartum 49:12 - Periods changing after babies 53:16 - Pregnancy symptoms getting worse with each pregnancy 59:22 - Final thoughts on what we want people to know about pregnancy and postpartum Resources mentioned in this episode: You can reach Anneke by email at annekepwo@gmail.com . You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Navigating Plus Size Pregnancy and a Fat Phobic Midwife: Chelsey’s Story 1:15:45
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: fat phobia, labour interventions, COVID delivery, birth trauma, post-birth hemorrhage On today’s episode, Chelsey Creed shares her experience of having her first baby as a plus size person and the fat phobia she faced from her midwife. Chelsey’s experience is so relatable in that a lot of gestational parents face fat phobia in their care and this has a big impact on how they feel about and relate to their bodies and their pregnancy journeys. Chelsey also talks about delivery after COVID hit, her experience as a first-time mom delivering a baby including induction, pain relief options, the impact of fat phobia on her care during delivery, and the scary experience of hemorrhaging post-delivery. Chelsey shares her story in an honest and open way and talks about how she approached the delivery of her second child. Thank you to Chelsey for shining a light on fat phobia in perinatal care! Highlights: 1:29 - Wanting and looking for a midwife for obstetric care 3:38 - Covid hit at 28 weeks; worrying about hospital policies for delivery, end of pregnancy during Covid 8:41 - Delivery started; not being informed about procedures and being told “you don’t know because this is your first baby” 15:45 - Midwife stated she couldn’t deliver baby because she didn’t write down her pre-pregnancy BMI, induction started and very intense and unable to move around due to interventions 22:25 - Chelsey went into freeze mode and was unable to advocate for herself 25:51 - Pain relief; morphine, epidural and how it felt 30:17 - Transferred care to OB from Midwife and getting to 10cm 32:10 - Pushing with no guidance and not being able to feel contractions 34:03 - Baby arrived after 3 hours of pushing, midwife thought baby would be big 45:08 - Post delivery; bonding with baby, tired, felt good 46:58 - 7 hours postpartum Chelsey started hemorrhaging, feeling very scared and helpless again, midwife said “I knew this would happen, but I was too tired so I went home” 50:12 - Midwifery care postpartum; baby lost too much weight had to transfer to pediatrician, decided to end midwifery care, was able to complain to midwife clinic 1:02:13 - Impact of this experience on her 2nd birth, Chelsey advocated for a new midwife and what she wanted in her care plan and labour and delivery plan and it was a healing experience 1:06:37 - Having a doula made a big difference in her support, thinking about mental preparation for 2nd birth 1:11:05 - Birth trauma is not your fault, you deserve quality care, you’re not alone, Chelsey went to therapy to process her experience. Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Talking Birth Trauma with Jen and Emma from Birth Trauma Ottawa 1:05:16
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: Birth Trauma, Trauma responses, mention of c-section, medical procedures Jen Gillean and Emma Fernando are the co-facilitators of Birth Trauma Ottawa. After connecting for the first time in 2017 at a birth trauma retreat, it was clear that they shared a similar passion to spread the word, provide resources and support those that had been affected by birth trauma. Hoping to find a way to help others by holding the heartache that comes with the unique experience of living with birth trauma, they created Birth Trauma Ottawa in 2022. Birth Trauma Ottawa holds space for those struggling to navigate life after and related to birth trauma, loss and/or abortion experiences at any point in their perinatal journey and creates regular connection points for the community related to birth trauma. Here members can share their stories and challenges with peers and be met with compassion and understanding. Today, Jen, Emma and I are going to talk about birth trauma, what it is, what can the aftereffects of birth trauma look like, what help, support in community and treatment can look. If you have experienced birth trauma, you are not alone and there is hope for recovery. Highlights: 3:03 - How Jen and Emma met and starting Birth Trauma Ottawa 8:04 - The impact of the pandemic on birth people and traumatic experiences 11:45 - Risk factors to experiencing trauma 15:57 - What is birth trauma? 24:43 - Risk factors to experiencing trauma Pt. 2 26:44 - What is trauma? Nervous system responses 38:36 - What can the aftereffects of birth trauma look like (for example, high anxiety, PMADs, trauma responses, fear of another baby, etc.) 49:22 - What help, support and treatment can look like post birth trauma 59:07 - Support at Birth Trauma Ottawa Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find Jen and Emma and Birth Trauma Ottawa online at https://mailchi.mp/e46083061ba5/birthtraumaottawa and on Instagram @ birthtraumaottawa You can find Jen on Instagram @Inthemomentwithjen You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Parenting with ADHD and BPD: Embracing the journey 1:07:56
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text On today’s episode Lorraine Lowry talks about how her symptoms of ADHD and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) show up and impact her parenting. Lorraine is 3 years postpartum and was recently diagnosed with ADHD. Lorraine was also diagnosed with BPD after her son was born. Lorraine shares that “it’s been a whirlwind learning who I am while trying to help him figure out who he is, especially when I see similar traits and I get scared for his future”. Highlights: 1:36 – What is BPD/ADHD and how does Lorraine define them for herself 13:08 - How did BPD/ADHD affect Lorraine’s parenting 16:51 – Sensory issues, feeling touched out and overstimulated 23:30 - Sleep vs rest - How lack of sleep impacted symptoms in postpartum period - Making a plan for postpartum coping 35:00 - Seeing symptoms in her son, guilt of hereditary symptoms 46:46 - What are the advantages of ADHD in parenting 1:00:31 – Advice for neurodivergent & neurotypical parents. Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find Lorraine on Instagram @bpdifferentmom and @llowryinspires You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Divide and Conquer: Ashley and Adam's Strategy for Managing a Toddler, Twins and a NICU Stay 1:10:57
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: C-section delivery, NICU stay, delivery during COVID, guilt, anxiety 🎙️Today’s episode is part 2 of Ashley and Adam’s story and their experience of staying in the NICU with one twin. Be sure to listen to last week’s episode where they discussed their journey to parenthood through a fertility journey. Ashley and Adam talk about the difficulty of having one twin in the NICU and one twin being discharged all with a toddler at home. Ashley and Adam continue to share honestly and openly about the impacts on their emotional and mental health throughout this next phase of their parenting journey. Highlights: 0:55 - One twin had to go to NICU, Adam and Ashley having to divide and conquer 15:30 - Discharged with one baby, other baby transferred to another hospital 30:34 - Bringing baby home 37:57 - Impacts on mental health, Ashley’s experience with anxiety 49:23 - Adam’s experience with guilt in the postpartum period 1:04:31 - How does this experience continue to impact you in the present day? Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find Ashley and Adam on Instagram @ajherridge @adam.mets You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Adam and Ashley’s Journey Into Parenthood 1:03:17
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: Fertility challenges, fertility treatments, c-section delivery On today’s episode, Ashley and Adam share their journey to becoming parents. It started with fertility challenges that they faced head on despite the many ups and downs they experienced. Ashley and Adam very candidly share about their fertility testing and treatments including IUI attempts and IVF resulting in the birth of their first child as well as twins! Ashley and Adam explore their feelings about all of the challenges and milestones they faced when becoming parents. I so appreciate their vulnerability and authenticity. Stay tuned for next episode which is part 2 of Ashley and Adam’s story. Highlights: 1:19 - Ashley and Adam’s journey into parenting, fertility challenges 8:32 - Adam’s struggles with fertility and the mental health impacts 17:43 - IVF journey 25:31 - Finding out we’re pregnant 31:50 - Delivery 38:02 - Trying for another baby 41:23 - Reaction to twins 48:22 – Donating the remaining embryos 51:56 - Twin Pregnancy and delivery via c-section Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find Ashley and Adam on Instagram @ajherridge @adam.mets You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
1 Experiencing a NICU stay with Sydney Tricand 1:17:55
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Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Αναπαραγωγή αργότερα Λίστες Like LikedSend us a text Content Warning: trauma, NICU stay, c-section, anxiety, challenges with nursing, grief Sydney shares her story of having her first baby and experiencing a NICU stay with him. Sydney talks honestly and openly about the challenges she faced when welcoming her baby into the world. Sydney discusses the delivery, the experience of baby going to the NICU, how traumatic that was for her and how that experience impacted her mental and physical health. Sydney also talks about her challenges with nursing and the grief she experienced as a result of how her story unfolded. Highlights: 1:16 – Sydney shares what the lead up to the delivery was like 2:11 – C-section delivery 6:36 - Worked with bereaved families and families in NICU previously 8:34 - Social norms of the NICU 10:11 – Discussing NICU experiences and not wanting to hear other trauma stories 15:10 – Sydney felt they were traumatized from their NICU stay 18:24 – Fear and anxiety around baby’s health 20:23 - Impact of all the stress on Sydney’s recovery; including challenges with nursing and high blood pressure 24:56 – Anxiety and losing trust in our parenting following traumatic experiences 38:32 - Grief 56:30 - Sebastian’s 1st birthday Resources mentioned in this episode: You can find us at www.perinatalwellbeing.ca on Instagram @perinatalwellbeing_ontario or by email info@perinatalwellbeing.ca If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this or any episode please reach out to me at info@perinatalwellbeing.ca and I can help you find support in your area or online. Check out Postpartum Support International at www.postpartum.net for more information about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as free online support groups and a provider directory. You can look for an individual therapist on www.psychologytoday.com . Support the show…
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