What happens to a woman's body as she transforms into a mother, and how can we better support her during this critical life stage? Join us in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr Oscar Serrallach, a GP specializing in postpartum care for women and couples.

In this episode, we explore the profound physiological, hormonal, and psychological changes during matrescence, the significance of the placenta, and the importance of understanding the unique needs of mothers before, during, and after pregnancy.

We discuss the intricate dynamic between a mother and her baby, the ancient mammalian pathways enhanced for humans, and how traditional cultures had their own language for the postpartum period. Learn how to differentiate between normal fatigue and postpartum depletion, and discover the best ways to provide mothers with the support they need during this transformational time.

Lastly, let's dive into the unique landscape of postpartum neuroinflammation and how to identify and support mothers experiencing it. Hear about the power of relaxation practices, the role of supplements in reducing neuroinflammation, and the first-ever approved drug for postpartum depression.

This insightful conversation with Dr Oscar Serrallach is a must-listen for anyone wanting to better understand and support mothers during this critical time in their lives. Don't miss it!


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About Dr Serrallach:
Dr Oscar Serrallach is a Doctor of Functional Medicine with a special interest in Post-Natal Wellbeing. After completing his Fellowship in General Practice and Family Medicine (Board Certification), in 2009, he has dedicated himself to the study of maternal wellbeing .

His initial studies in Functional Medicine coincided with starting a family and through observation of  his own partner and many mothers through his clinical work, he soon realized the unique challenges and issues that mothers face. Combining the growing research on maternal neurobiology with the principles of functional medicine Dr Serrallach, through using a maternal framework and specific postpartum protocols, has been supporting many hundreds of mothers back to wellness.

Dr Serrallach coined the term Post-Natal Depletion to acknowledge and describe the many mothers suffering from a post-natal neuroinflammatory disorder that could not be classified as having a perinatal mood disorder.

He founded the Mother Care Project in 2022 to provide information, inspiration and education to both mothers and mother care workers.

 He currently lives near Byron Bay, Australia, with his partner and their three children.  The Post-Natal Depletion Cure is his first book.

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