Down In The Bumps

Dr Laura Bladon, a psychiatrist with a keen interest in perinatal mental health, speaks to inspiring women and families who have been affected by perinatal mental health problems, listening and learning from their powerful stories.

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Down In The Bumps

Charlotte's Story

May 25, 2022 • Dr Laura Bladon • Season 1 • Episode 2

Charlotte talks about her experience of developing obsessive compulsive disorder during pregnancy, what she learnt about her condition, and why having a diagnosis is important to her. This episode also explores how to have conversations about the use of medication in pregnancy, considers societal and personal expectations of childbirth and motherhood, and encourages healthcare professionals to #dropthejargon.

*Trigger warning* Mention of obsessive thoughts on themes which some may find distressing.

Links to resources:

Royal College of Psychiatrists:
Perinatal OCD | Royal College of Psychiatrists (rcpsych.ac.uk)

Maternal OCD:
Welcome to Maternal OCD

Book recommendation:
Everyday Mindfulness for OCD – Jon Hershfield and Shala Nicely

Music credit (intro/outro): Harmony - Ikson https://www.iksonmusic.com