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Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...

1:44 - Setting yourself up with a postpartum support system (like a therapist, night nurse, postpartum doula, etc.) that is most aligned with your unique needs.

4:21 - Before you come home with your new baby ask yourself the questions: What are my vulnerabilities? What do I anticipate being challenging for me?

6:46 - Understanding the typical and appropriate biological changes that occur in pregnancy and postpartum.

8:09 - Be proactive—don't wait until you're in crisis to reach out to a therapist or your support system.

11:04 - Psychologists who specialize in postpartum care can serve as a hub for your full support team and collaborate with your primary therapist, psychiatrist, OB/GYN, etc. to provide you with comprehensive care.

13:44 - Holistic and non-therapeutic approaches you can take to support your anxiety levels in pregnancy and postpartum.

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