04. Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders: Asking Mom's if They're 'OK' with Kristina Ledlow

https://swiy.co/WhatAreYourThoughtsIn today’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with my amazing friend and co-chair of the Kalamazoo Perinatal Mood Disorders Coalition, alongside myself, Kristina Ledlow ICCE, CD, CPD. After two very challenging pregnancies and postpartum periods, Kristina became especially passionate about educating families and other healthcare professionals about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. Kristina holds certifications as a Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She also works for OB-GYN, P.C. as their Patient Educator, and teaches classes for Bronson Methodist Hospital. Let’s dive into Kristina’s story and expertise so that, whether you are in pediatrics, a parent, or someone who knows a parent, you can be well equipped to help moms or even yourself get connected and be okay.[00:01 - 07:50] Opening SegmentIntroducing today's guest and my friend, Kristina Ledlow, and what we will be talking aboutCertified in Postpartum Support International (PSI)DoulaPatient educatorKristina talks a bit of journey to expertise in PMAD and preventionSevere depression and anxiety during two birthsSeveral Risk factors going into both pregnanciesManifested OCD tendencies Connected with a therapist and put on medication Went into childbirth education and perinatal mood disorders[07:51 - 12:44] The Effects of PMADI talk about my shared experience with postpartum depressionKristina talks about the impact on partners and babiesMothers mood affects everyoneLosing function1 in 5 moms affected, 1 in 10 dads affectedDad’s can also break down from the stress and exhaustion Each baby comes with their own personality and challenges [12:45 - 25:30] Ask Mom’s if They’re OkScreening moms during pregnancy and postpartum Worry of opening a pandora's boxKristina talks about the importance of asking Using the Edinburgh tool Negative hormones in the mom affect the baby during pregnancy Social workers and network to work with patients Asking is therapeutic You’re not crazy, this happens, let me get you connected PMAD Virtual Care Get them connectedHave a plan We need to get moms connected to the right people Use  Postpartum Support International and get a coordinator involved94% of moms have ‘scary thought’1: OCD thoughts 2: Postpartum psychosis (rare but dangerous)Believing the thoughts to be true and acting on it It’s common to feel like this, it’s ok and there is helpPutting strategies in placeGetting good sleep by chunking [25:31 - 34:46] Practical Advice and Actions to Face PMADThese disorders can last up to two yearsThe strongest moms can feel like a failure Postpartumstress InstagramDon’t tie your self worth to social mediaIt’s ok to feel the way you doKristina shares self care tipsReach out and ask for helpSupport is keyAsk: how can I help? <a href="https://momsbloom.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

Fecha de Publicación: 23 de septiembre de 2020

Duración: 43 min