My Reflections: Looking Back, Looking In, and Looking Forward
Mom Breaks: Science and Stories of Postpartum Psychosis by Meg
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In this episode I pause to reflect on what has emerged across this project — from interviews with clinicians and survivors, to my own ongoing recovery from postpartum psychosis.
Rather than introducing new research or new stories, this episode weaves together three perspectives:
- a look back at themes across conversations
- a look inward at how this work has shaped my understanding of my own experience
- and a look forward at partner perspectives and systems of care
We explore psychosis and meaning-making, why recovery often unfolds long after crisis care ends, and how uncertainty — even among experts — can be both grounding and humane. You'll hear reactions to my experience with psychosis from perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Catherine Birndorf, as well as survi ...
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postpartum psychosismaternal mental healthpsychosis survivorsmental healthparentingpostpartum psychosis memoirs
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