Episode 74: Perinatal Mental Health and "Impossible Parenting" with Dr. Niki Nephin, NDEpisode 74: Perinatal Mental Health and "Impossible Parenting" with Dr. Niki Nephin, ND
The Good Mood Podcast
Dr. Niki Nephin shares her journey through post-partum mental health challenges on 'The Good Mood Podcast'.
1:56:38•18 Mar 2022
Navigating Perinatal Mental Health: Insights from Dr. Niki Nephin
“We have to stop putting the blame on the mother, and I mean and, and we're on the primary caregiver cause it could be. Not only do we drop people off without the knowledge and the aspect? Right, what kind of support do we have helping people heal from the physical, even just the physical stuff of birth, like what's, you know, I mean like negotiating with your partner how to have conversations where you can both feel empathy for each other, even if you're not directly experiencing what the other's experiencing.”
Parenthood is a journey filled with joy and challenges, and perinatal mental health is a crucial aspect that often gets overlooked. In this episode of 'The Good Mood Podcast', Dr. Talia Marcheggiani sits down with her friend and fellow naturopathic doctor, Dr. Niki Nephin, to have an honest conversation about the ups and downs of perinatal mental health. Dr.
Nephin, a mother of three and a naturopathic doula, shares her personal experiences with post-partum anxiety and depression, offering a raw and relatable perspective on the subject. They discuss the hormonal rollercoaster that comes with pregnancy, labour, and the post-natal period, and how these changes can impact mental health. The episode also delves into the societal and environmental factors that shape post-partum mental health, including the shame and stigma that often silence struggling parents. Dr.
Nephin emphasizes the importance of recreating a supportive village for new parents, stressing that it truly takes a community to raise a child. If you're navigating the complexities of parenthood or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice on coping with the challenges of perinatal mental health.
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