James Nicholas Bethell, Baron Bethell, is a British hereditary peer and Conservative politician in the House of Lords, who is also a former Health Minister. He talks with Pamela about his mother, who struggled with postnatal depression.

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Please note that this podcast contains discussions of subjects that some may find upsetting, including suicide. We recommend this podcast for ages 16+.