Colin shares his experience as a partner navigating postpartum psychosis after the birth of his second child. He recounts getting punched twice in the face and wrestling on the kitchen floor, and later juggling communication with both of their workplaces and making it to each visitation opportunity. Through it all, Colin managed the acute crisis with remarkable foresight. He shares a raw, honest view of what it’s like on the partner side of such a crisis.

He reflects on therapy, processing anger and fear, and the work of growing from the experience both individually and as a couple. Colin also weighs in on a recent New York Times article about postpartum psychosis and the DSM, highlighting the need for better definitions, data, and support for families. A candid, grounded, and hopeful conversation for anyone navigating postpartum psychosis  ...