No One Told Us

Episode 59: Surviving Postpartum Psychosis with Ayana Lage

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Episode 59: Surviving Postpartum Psychosis with Ayana Lage @ayanagabriellelage 


In this episode, Rachael has a candid chat with Ayana Lage, writer, influencer and mental health advocate, who shares her experience with postpartum psychosis. Ayana details the devastating toll postpartum psychosis took on her and her family, as well as how it impacted future family planning. She discusses the symptoms she experienced, the hospitalization process, and the support she received in the aftermath. Ayana also talks about the decision process to have another child, and how she and her husband are preparing for postpartum this time around.


Inside this episode:

  • All about the serious and under-discussed condition: postpartum psychosis.
  • Signs and symptoms of postpartum psychosis
  • The impact that support from friends and family, including checking in and providing practical help, can provide during the postpartum period and beyond
  • How to set boundaries and prioritize self-care during pregnancy and postpartum
  • The value in sharing experiences and raising awareness about postpartum mental health
  • Why we need to dismantle the stigma attached to this condition and to medication and treatment for postpartum mothers
  • How to prepare for postpartum with a history of perinatal mood disorders
  • And so much more!


    • Mentioned in this episode:

    • Ayana’s website: https://ayanalage.com/ 
    • Ayana’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayanagabriellelage 
    • Ayana’s postpartum psychosis article: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/health-fitness/a43340622/postpartum-psychosis-personal-essay/ 


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