Ep. 117: The Anxiety of Motherhood

On this week's episode, we welcome Dr. Nikki Pensak - a licensed clinical psychologist certified in perinatal mental health. Dr. Pensak is the author of "RATTLED" which discusses how to calm new mom anxiety with the power of the postpartum brain.  On this episode, you will hear:- perinatal anxiety- addressing mom guilt and shame- managing anxiety and detaching from constant monitoring- reframing "mommy brain" and embracing cognitive boosts- the intersection of anxiety and trauma in motherhood- the pressure to be a perfect parent and the importance of self-compassion- validating and supporting mothers in their journeyYou can find and follow Dr. Nikki Pensak on Instagram: @drnikkipensakYou can order her book RATTLED here!Guest Bio:Dr. Nikki Pensak received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from University of Rhode Island and completed her APA accredited internship and specialty training in behavioral medicine at Yale School of Medicine. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital/ Harvard Medical School in psychiatric oncology and an NIH T32 fellowship at the University of  Colorado, Anschutz Medical Center in Aging and Palliative Care. As a Harvard and Yale-trained Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Pensak provides anxiety, depression, and trauma therapy that is empirically-based  treatment that is uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each client.For more birth trauma content and a community full of love and support, head to my Instagram at @thebirthtrauma_mama.Learn more about the support and services I offer through The Birth Trauma Mama Therapy & Support Services.Disclaimer - The views and opinions expressed by guests on The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official stance, views, or positions of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast. The content shared is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional or medical advice and/or endorsement.