Episode 11: The Power of Support: Addressing Perinatal Mental Health with Megan Monger
Meet Megan Monger, a passionate advocate and expert in perinatal mental health. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Megan has devoted her career to the welfare of women before, during, and after pregnancy. Her work focuses on navigating the often choppy waters of life transitions, such as welcoming a child, with grace and resilience. Certified in perinatal mental health, Megan offers deep insights into the spectrums of postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Her dedication extends beyond therapy sessions as she tirelessly champions for greater awareness and resources. Tune in to glean from Megan’s wealth of knowledge.
You deserve that support. It's a huge life transition. It impacts your relationship. It impacts your relationship with yourself, with your family in so many different ways. Everything changes. - Megan Monger
The resources mentioned in this episode are:
Visit sailawaytherapy.com for more information about Megan Monger and her services as a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in perinatal mental health.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, reach out to your primary care physician, OBGYN, doula, or midwife for guidance and support.
Consider therapy as a treatment option for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and discuss with your healthcare provider whether medication may also be necessary.
Check out the book To Carry Wonder by AMI C. Parker, which combines personal experience and scientific information to provide support and insight for women navigating the perinatal period.
Explore the book What About Dad? by Luis Rosendes to gain a better understanding of postpartum depression in men and the unique challenges they may face.
Learn more about Zerzuve or Zoranolone, the first oral pill for postpartum depression, which provides rapid relief and can be taken safely while breastfeeding. Consult with a psychiatrist or healthcare provider for more
Suicide hotline number: 988
PSI hotline: 1-800-944-4773
Postpartum Support International has free/low cost groups for new parents
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, 1-833-852-6262
Episode Credits: Music by Magiksolo and Lesfm from Pixabay
