Postpartum Depression - I Feel Like A Bad Mom
Channel: Postpartum Depression Support
Date: 2020-09-01

Guilt and shame are classic companions with postpartum depression. We are so quick to label ourselves as a "bad mom" when we feel we are falling short or inadequate. Our society presents an image of what a mother "should" be and if we feel we aren't aligning with that standard, we must be a "bad mom." Of course the more guilt and shame you feel, the more it perpetuates depression and anxiety.

I want to offer a different way of looking at the label of a "bad mom." This topic came from a member of our postpartum depression and anxiety group. Because this is a common topic amongst people dealing with depression, I thought others would get value from this video as well.

View part 1 of this video: https://youtu.be/ZRXOKsn03pI

Here's the Cat and Nat video I referenced called "Accept Your Capacity"
https://youtu.be/tnCuOgWFG8s

I didn't mention this one in the video but it's another video that helps you see that perspective matters - while bringing some humor: https://youtu.be/oC2YgeFFim0

This video is powerful to see the nasty things we say to ourselves: https://youtu.be/PnzlG5NYT8M

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Do you have a postpartum depression story that you would like to share on my channel? Let me know and we'll set it up! There is power in sharing our story - it gives a sense of meaning to our pain when we know that others will benefit from our courage to speak up.

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I invite you to join our private Facebook support group for Postpartum Depression & Anxiety: www.facebook.com/groups/postpartumjoy

This is a closed support group of women who have previously or are currently experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety in some shape or form, no matter how big or small. This community is a safe, open, honest and vulnerable space where you can be seen, heard, supported, acknowledged and validated. The intention of this community is to share stories, resources, skills and encouragement to generate freedom and joy. I believe when others bring forth what they are experiencing in the dark, it allows the light to come in. When people see themselves in the stories, they realize they are not crazy or alone, which helps remove the guilt and shame.

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1 in 6 women and 1 in 10 men experience postpartum depression (PPD) in the months after a baby arrives home. Not only does PPD make it difficult for parents to care for themselves and their babies, it compromises bonding and attachment, and disrupts the quality of life. The most devastating and earth rattling effects of PPD can be harm to self and/or others or even death. Too many people are suffering alone. Through this channel, I want people to experience freedom and hope. Others are experiencing postpartum depression too, and together, we can make a difference.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead

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The Pacific Postpartum Support Society is a local charity supporting women and families with postpartum depression in the Vancouver Lower Mainland in BC, Canada. Refer to their website for donations so they can keep doing the awesome that they are doing!

http://postpartum.org/ways-to-help/

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