In the second episode of our series on Women's Wellbeing, we will hear from more of our interviewees about their experiences around societal expectations and stigma. We'll also discuss the pervasive role Reference Man has come to play in all our lives.

Season three of Embracing the Mind will focus on Women's Wellbeing. In our first episode, we're going to focus on the societal pressures and obstacles that women have historically faced, and how these are still impacting our lives today.

Welcome to season three of Embracing the Mind, our investigation into women's wellbeing.

You’ll hear from ministers, educators, celebrated authors, advocates and business leaders. Some of the stories we have to share in this series may trouble you, but the heart of Embracing the Mind has always been in telling stories that are profoundly human.

Season three coming on 16 July.

We bring this special three-part investigation into birth trauma to a conclusion by discussing the stigma parents can face and the importance of validation from healthcare professionals.

We also examine the other layers of support available to young families, and the importance of storytelling as a means of combating stigma, creating change and providing purpose.

TW: This episode contains discussion of content that may be distressing to some viewers, including still birth, depression, discussions of trauma, dissociation and postpartum psychosis.

If this episode has caused you distress, please reach out to a loved one or call Lifeline on 13 11 14. You can also call the PANDA National Helpline on 1300 726 306, Monday-Saturday.

Embrace is supported by its principal partner, Rio Tinto.

You can follow our host Alix @drwoolard on Instagram.

In the second episode of our three-part investigation, we hear stories from parents about the impact birth trauma has had on their lives.

They share some of the circumstances that led to the resultant birth trauma, and we unpack the loss of control that many parents experience before, during and even post-labour.

TW: This episode contains discussion of content that may be distressing to some viewers, including still birth, depression, discussions of trauma, dissociation and postpartum psychosis.

If this episode has caused you distress, please reach out to a loved one or call Lifeline on 13 11 14. You can also call the PANDA National Helpline on 1300 726 306, Monday-Saturday.

Embrace is supported by its principal partner, Rio Tinto.

You can follow our host Alix @drwoolard on Instagram.

TW: This episode contains discussion of content that may be distressing to some viewers, including still birth, depression, discussions of trauma, dissociation and postpartum psychosis.

We're closing season two of Embracing the Mind with a special three-part investigation into birth trauma.

In our first episode, you’ll be introduced to Hannah Kelly, a mother-of-one who experienced post-partum psychosis after failing to receive adequate support in the birthing suite.

You will also hear about risk factors from Dr Kelli MacMillan, a senior lecturer and clinical psychologist at Murdoch Uni and King Edward Memorial Hospital.

If this episode has caused you distress, please reach out to a loved one or call Lifeline on 13 11 14. You can also call the PANDA National Helpline on 1300 726 306, Monday-Saturday.

Embrace is supported by its principal partner, Rio Tinto.

You can follow our host Alix @drwoolard on Instagram.

TW: This episode contains discussion of content that may be distressing to some viewers, including dissociation, burnout, intrusive thoughts, compulsive behaviour and suicidal OCD.

In our episode on obsessive compulsive disorder, I speak to Dr Leigh Sheppard about how receiving a diagnosis of OCD changed her career trajectory, and now sees her treating patients with OCD at her GP clinic, and making a difference with her not-for-profit OCDWA.

I’m then joined by Curtin University’s Dr Rebecca Anderson, who busts a few myths about what OCD commonly looks like and tells me about the treatments available to people with the condition.

If this episode has caused you distress, please reach out to a loved one or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Embrace is supported by its principal partner, Rio Tinto.

You can follow our host Alix @drwoolard on Instagram.

TW: This episode contains discussion of content that may be distressing to some viewers, including mention of suicide.

Today, we’re focusing on the impact that working FIFO,

We also speak to Dr Laura Fruhen, of Radboud

If this episode has caused you distress, please reach out to a loved one or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Embrace is supported by its principal partner, Rio Tinto.

You can follow our host Alix @drwoolard on Instagram.

TW: This episode contains discussion of content that may be distressing to some viewers, including serious injury following a car accident, burn injury and depression.

Today, we’ll be looking at post-traumatic growth – where people have been able to unlock newfound perspectives after suffering hardship.

In this episode, we’re going to speak to 18-year-old Josh Forde, whose entire future was rewritten following an awful car accident just one year ago. Josh’s attitude in the months after the crash is a testament to his character and his ability to find the positives in anything.

We’re then joined by Dr Lisa Martin from the Fiona Wood Foundation, who unpacks some of the theories about how post-traumatic growth occurs.

If this episode has caused you distress, please reach out to a loved one or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Embrace is supported by its principal partner, Rio Tinto.

You can follow our host Alix @drwoolard on Instagram.

TW: This episode contains discussion of content that may be distressing to some viewers, including anxiety and stigma.

In today’s episode on attention deficit hyperactivity

Telethon Kids Institute researcher and UWA PhD student Irene Mateo Arriero then explains the best practice for parents and family members to discuss their child’s ADHD with others, and counters the common misconceptions around overdiagnosis.

If this episode has caused you distress, please reach out to a loved one or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Embrace is supported by its principal partner, Rio Tinto.

You can follow our host Alix @drwoolard on Instagram.