Our Scars, Our Stories: Season 1 finale with my incredible Wife

The Touched Out Podcast

In the season finale of the touched out podcast Carter chats to his wife, George. Join us as we discuss George's early life detailing parental separation, institutionalization at 14, and a non-fatal attempt at suicide. George's raw honesty pierces through the veil of silence that often shrouds mental health issues. From reactive depression to PTSD, her evolving diagnosis offers invaluable insight into the complexities of mental health.
We then discuss her journey to find love amidst toxic relationships, leading us to the shared history and trauma that bonded her and I together. Our unconventional romance and swift transition into marriage sets the stage for the trials and triumphs we face together.
Additionally, we delve into the challenges we faced during the births of our children. From our birth experience with our daughter, Hendrix, and her diagnosis with IUGR (interuterine growth restriction), the challenges of labor leading to an emergency C-section during the birth of our son Roman and going past term with our daughter Salem leading to yet another emergency c-section (this time under general anaesthetic) which resulted in a torn uterus, a severed artery and over 3 litres of blood loss, George's birth stories are filled with resilience, strength and bravery.
The episode wraps up with a celebration of the Touched Out podcast's first season and the healing experience of filming the mini Mother’s Day episode. Be sure to tune in for an episode filled with personal insights, emotional journeys, and the power of resilience.
notable discussions in this episode include:

• Self-Harm and Overcoming Mental Health Challenges
• The volution of Mental Institution Diagnoses
• Navigating Toxic Relationships and Finding Love
• Our unconventional Romance and Rapid Life Changes
• Traumatic Birth Experiences and Complications
• Difficult Birth and NICU Stay
• The medical debate on Risks of Going Post-Term
• Challenges and Resilience in Childbirth
• Support in accomplishing life goals by creating the Touched Out Podcast

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