Welcome to the season 1 finale of So Glad You Asked! In this powerful episode, we’re unpacking some of the most essential questions about maternal mental health — including one that many moms quietly struggle with: Do I have postpartum depression or anxiety?

To help us understand this important topic, we’re joined by Dr. Lee Cohen and Dr. Marlene Freeman, Director and Associate Director of the Ammon-Pinizzotto Center for Women’s Mental Health at Mass General Hospital. Alongside Dr. Ruta, they’ll break down how to recognize the signs of postpartum depression and anxiety, when to seek help, and where to find support. Whether you’re navigating postpartum challenges yourself or want to better understand these conditions to support someone you care about, this episode offers practical insights and actionable tools to help you manage postpartum mental health with confidence.

As we head into our summer hiatus, follow us on Instagram @mghcwmh to hear Dr. Ruta answer more listener questions and explore our resource hub at womensmentalhealth.org for more support and information. Take care, and we’ll see you next season!

Recommended Resources:

• Learn more about Postpartum Psychiatric Disorders at womensmentalhealth.org
• Learn more about Perinatal OCD and Psychosis
• Find a therapist or join a support group at postpartum.net 
• Watch the trailer for More Than Blue, a documentary on postpartum depression across America

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical care. The views, thoughts, and opinions shared today are the speakers’ own. **Trigger Warning** postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis

Like What You Heard?

• Hit follow so you never miss an episode
• Leave us a review to share your feedback
• Sign up for our newsletter for show updates and bonus clips
• Have a question for Dr. Ruta? Leave us a voicemail at (617) 643-9232 or email us at [email protected] for a chance to join us on air.

So Glad You Asked with Dr. Ruta Nonacs is brought to you by the MGH Center for Women's Mental Health and the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation.