This week we tackle the pretty intense topic of postpartum depression (PPD).  I very honestly share my own personal struggles with PPD and offer a number of facts in order to give the stigma attached to postpartum depression a big ole middle finger. 

*Disclaimer - This episode includes some very raw and true accounts of my PPD experience.  Some listeners may be TRIGGERED by some of the situations, feelings or wordings used in this episode.  Below, please find a list of Supports & Resources for you should you feel like you need to reach out. 

Supports & Resources: 

Pacific Post Partum Support Society  www.postpartum.org   Toll free: 1-855-255-7999 

Canadian Mental Health Association http://cmha.bc.ca/documents/postpartum-depression-3 

Reproductive Mental Health Program at BC Women's Hospital  Toll free: 1-888-300-3088 Ext. 2025  *referral required 

Health Link BC  www.healthlinkbc.ca  Call: 811 

Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Centre of BC  http://crisiscentre.bc.ca  Toll free: 1-800-784-2433