329: Behind The Sessions: The Healing Journey: Understanding the Ups and Downs
Mom and Mind · Katayune Kaeni, Psy.D., PMH-C
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Show Notes
Just as a broken bone or surgery takes time for the healing process, the recovery process in healing from a perinatal mental health condition takes time. The process isn’t linear at all but is filled with ups and downs, and it comes with short-term and long-term aspects of healing. Join me for a closer look in today’s episode.
Show Highlights:
- Complicating factors that show up in the healing process have ramifications in life, relationships, and capacity to function.
- The healing journey does not come with a pre-set timeline.
- Even helpful medications take 4-6 weeks to reach their full efficacy.
- An increase in stress, a decrease in sleep, and other disruptions can bring back symptoms.
- Therapy requires a big-picture view to get through the very normal combination of good days and bad days.
- It’s okay to ask for help, even if you appear to be “recovered.”
- Support is key, whether it’s from a partner, family, friends, support group, etc.
- “Your healing process may mean you slow down and take breaks. Understand your capacity and give yourself grace and space.”
- Healing doesn’t come through ONE magic thing but is unique to each person and their needs.
Resources:
Visit www.postpartum.net for resources and support!
Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.
Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!
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