Post Partum Psychosis
Can postpartum psychosis strike without warning?
4.7 (26)
60 mins
Explore the biological and emotional triggers of postpartum psychosis, including sleep deprivation and inherited vulnerabilities. Discover the intense confusion, fear, and emotional storms that make mother-baby bonding difficult. Learn about its recurrence risk and the importance of awareness for long-term mental health support.
Ep 1:
When Reality Fractures After Birth
A new mother's mind shatters within hours of delivery—host Vionna Flynn unpacks the biology, hormones, and sleep loss fueling this terrifying psychiatric emergency.
Ep 2:
The Bipolar Storm Beneath the Surface
Postpartum psychosis and bipolar disorder share a hidden bond—discover how childbirth can unmask a lifelong mood disorder through violent emotional swings.
Discussions (9)
Emmett
Level 10 · 7 mo agoThat 50% recurrence estimate is conservative. For bipolar patients it is actually closer to 70%.
Jeremy
Level 7 · 7 mo agoThe genetic link to bipolar disorder is striking.
George
Level 10 · 7 mo agoYeah that 5x sleep risk is dead on. Scary shit.
