198. When Trauma Explodes Into Postpartum Depression

In this week's compelling episode, we are joined by Skadi Cooke, author of How I Learned To Love You After giving birth, Skadi remembers looking across at this new life, this newborn child in a crib, and in that pivotal moment, a daunting question emerged… .“How can you call yourself a mother if you cannot even love your child?” Despite Skadi wanting this child so much, there was no feeling of love, only complete emptiness and disconnect.Suffering with Postpartum Depression (PPD), Complex Trauma and trying to raise a child, Skadi was searching for answers. And what became clear was the trauma experienced over many years growing up had finally hit full force. This wounding, though seemingly insignificant at the time, now cast long shadows and threatened to derail Skadi at a hugely vulnerable time.Skadi's storytelling is pure, raw vulnerability. How I Learned to Love You is a highly recommended read, and a direct link to the book is available HERE Prepare to be drawn in by Skadi's genuinely relatable narrative of a healing journey like no other. One of resiliency, strength and ultimately, the rekindling of love... for self and for child.Go to my latest blog post HOW TO BE AUTHENTIC - 5 HOT TIPS!Please follow me at www.instagram.com/mybigloveproject If you have a story to share for this podcast send an email to ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ I would LOVE! to connect with you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.