Dear Postpartum depression mama,
We meet again, ladies! Happy Mama Monday! This week to finish up the month of May we talk to Giovanna about Postpartum depression and how that has affected her life as a wife, mama and woman. Gio is the mama of two beautiful babies and dives in deep with us about how postpartum depression has trickled into her life.
According to the American Psychological Association, 1 in 7 women experience the extreme mood disorder known as "Postpartum depression". It's effect on women post birthing their children is debilitating and not something many feel comfortable discussing as the topic is still very taboo. Which is why we are so honored Gio shared her journey with us and the more we talk about this, the more awareness and understanding we bring to the topic. Women need to know they are not alone in this. Women need to know it is ok to speak on this and ask for help. Women need to know it is not abnormal and the feelings their experiencing are very real.
These interviews are meant to bring light to all different topics related to motherhood and I sincerely hope that if you have struggled with PPD or are currently struggling with it that you will find comfort in this interview and lean on us or Gio or your close loved ones for support. You DO NOT have to sustain this alone. Feel free to comment below, or on our youtube channel, we would love to chat!
Another amazing resource: National Postpartum Depression Hotline: 1-800-PPD-MOMS
