110 | Redefining Self: Understanding Postpartum Mental Health and Finding Your Path with psychotherapist, Stephanie DeVries

This episode is a compassionate guide for mothers seeking to feel seen, supported, and empowered in their postpartum journey. So let’s sit down with psychotherapist Stephanie DeVries, a specialist in postpartum mental health and a personal friend. Stephanie brings her deep expertise and personal experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety, helping moms understand the complex mental health journey that often accompanies new motherhood. 

We'll Chat About:

- Stephanie's personal journey through postpartum depression and how it shaped her path to becoming a therapist

- The importance of managing expectations and embracing the evolution of self in motherhood

- How to differentiate between baby blues, postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis

- Practical steps for emotional and physical recovery during postpartum

- The power of self-compassion and releasing guilt as a new mom

I pray this episode will grow and help you in some way. Sending my love and light,

J

 

Mentioned in the show:

Stephanie DeVries Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/postpartum-specialist-stephanie-devries-saint-catharines-on/1333617 

 

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~ L&L, J

 

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