Ep 21 | Navigating Postnatal Depression with the Help of Mother-Baby Units | Tarra’s Journey

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Welcome to Episode 21 of Touched Out! A Mental Health Podcast for Parents.
In this heartfelt conversation, we delve into the experiences of Tarra as she shares her journey through motherhood, postnatal depression, and mental health struggles. Tarra opens up about her challenges, the support she received, and the importance of seeking help and finding effective treatment.

Tarra's Story of Postnatal Depression

Tarra shares her deeply personal experiences with postnatal depression, highlighting that it can affect mothers regardless of their desire to be a parent or their love for their child. She discusses the importance of seeking help and support when facing mental health challenges during the postpartum period.

Impact of Trauma and Past Experiences

Tarra emphasizes how trauma and past experiences can significantly impact mental health during pregnancy and motherhood. She underscores the importance of addressing and processing these traumas with the help of therapy and support.

Journey Through Mental Health Treatments

Tarra opens up about her mental health struggles, including her experience with electroconvulsive therapy and her time in a subacute unit. She shares insights into her recovery journey and the role of different treatments in her mental health care.

Embracing Self-Care

In her current life, Tarra discusses the importance of self-care and accepting help. She highlights her upcoming therapy sessions using dialectical behavior therapy, emphasizing the significance of taking one day at a time and finding enjoyment in every day.

Building Supportive Networks

Tarra’s story underscores the importance of accessing appropriate mental health care, such as parent-infant mental health units and therapy. She also discusses the value of creating a supportive network and connecting with others who have similar experiences for mental health and well-being.

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Chapters

1. Ep 21 | Navigating Postnatal Depression with the Help of Mother-Baby Units | Tarra’s Journey (00:00:00)

2. Tarra's Family and Background (00:03:02)

3. Pregnancies and Births (00:05:17)

4. Challenges and Trauma in Birth (00:09:02)

5. Postnatal Depression (00:13:08)

6. Second Pregnancy and Birth (00:15:44)

7. Lack of Attachment and Seeking Help (00:21:57)

8. Tarra's Traumatic Experiences (00:26:12)

9. Seeking Help: Parent-Infant Mental Health Unit (00:34:12)

10. Struggles and Recovery: Adult Acute Mental Health Unit (00:38:17)

11. Prioritizing Self-Care and Routines (00:41:36)

12. The Importance of Asking for Help (00:44:46)

13. Dialectical Behavior Therapy and New Beginnings (00:49:29)