This episode is a continuation of Sierra’s story. After the birth of her second child, Sierra was admitted to a psychiatric hospital. Again, Sierra talks about the
empathy she developed by being on the receiving end of mental health services. She also frankly shares how traumatizing the admission process into the psychiatric hospital was, how her faith was shaken, and how she didn’t even recognize who she was physically or mentally. Sierra also candidly discusses what the delusions and psychosis were like, and how the delusions lasted several more weeks after her discharge from the hospital. Sierra expresses how amazing her husband’s unconditional love is. Sierra talks about how Electroconvulsive therapy saved her life, and that postpartum psychosis is extremely life-threatening. Sierra wants people to know they don’t have to go through these trials alone, and that there needs to be more conversation and screening for pre and postpartum depression. For more information about these conditions, please visit https://www.postpartum.net (https://www.postpartum.net)
What is The Just A Mom Podcast?
My name is Susie. I have three children, the youngest of whom struggles with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. I never thought this could happen to me, and I missed the signs. Being a parent is really hard, and I'm here to help! I'm talking to parents and experts to help you with the issues your kids may face. I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope.