In this deeply personal episode of Nourished with Dr. Anikó, Dr. Anikó opens up about the sacred realities of the postpartum period. She shares her honest story from the emotional highs of childbirth to the devastating pain of miscarriage and how these experiences reshaped her understanding of pregnancy, miscarriage, childbirth, and mental health.

Key Takeaways: 

• The emotional complexity of postpartum recovery
• Coping with miscarriage and navigating pregnancy after loss
• The mental health challenges that often go unspoken
• How meaningful support can transform the postpartum experience

Episode Highlights: 

00:00 Introduction to the Postpartum Period
02:07 Discovering Pregnancy: A Personal Story
04:54 Navigating Pregnancy and Birth
07:01 Challenges and Triumphs of Breastfeeding
09:18 Experiencing Miscarriage and Loss
11:39 Pregnancy After Loss: Anxiety and Hope
16:55 Postpartum Mental Health and Support
22:07 The Sacredness of the Postpartum Period

Whether you're a new parent, a practitioner, or simply someone seeking to understand the depth of this season, Dr. Anikó’s vulnerability offers wisdom, comfort, and connection.

Affirmation Resource Mentioned: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belleruth-naparstek-acsw-bcd-969a8126/

PLEASE NOTE: This episode is not for everyone, as it discusses pregnancy loss and mental health crisis. Please skip it if this does not feel like the right fit for you right now. If you or someone you love is having a mental health emergency, call 988. For maternal mental health support that is free, confidential, and available 24/7, call 1-833-TLC-MAMA  Love to you all!

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