Ep 35 - Breastfeeding and ... Postnatal Depression with Expert Guest Dr Kathleen Kendall-Tackett

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Nicole talks with health psychologist and IBCLC Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett about postnatal depression, how breastfeeding can support maternal mental health, and practical strategies for recovery. Get links to resources and information discussed and the episode transcript here : https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/ep-35-breastfeeding-and-postnatal-depression Content warning: This episode discusses trauma, including mention of childhood sexual assault, military sexual trauma, social isolation, and family violence. While no specific details are shared, we encourage you to consider whether this episode is right for you before listening. Links to resources and information discussed in this episode: Kathleen Kendall-Tackett's website: https://kathleenkendall-tackett.com/ Perinatal mental health support: PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - 1300 726 306 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 Lifeline - 13 11 14 Factsheets Royal Women's Hospital - Medicines and breastfeeding fact sheet Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE) - Postnatal factsheets for women and their families Black Dog Institute – Anxiety and Depression during pregnancy and the postnatal period PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) - Fact sheets available on multiple topics Beyond Blue - Parenting and mental health Breastfeeding and medications information: Breastfeeding and medications including contact numbers for medicine information lines in your state Breastfeeding support: National Breastfeeding Helpline - 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268) - Open 24/7 LiveChat Find your local ABA group Credits: This episode is presented by Nicole Bridges, with guest Kathleen Kendall-Tackett. Audio editing, show notes and transcript by Jessica Leonard. Produced by Nicole Bridges, Jennifer Hurrell, Jessica Leonard and Eleanor Kippen.We thank Dr Kendall-Tackett for generously sharing her expertise with us. For breastfeeding support in Australia, call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). The National Breastfeeding Helpline is free and available 24/7/365. More ways to get information and support right now: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/get-help

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Nicole talks with health psychologist and IBCLC Dr. Kathleen Kendall-Tackett about postnatal depression and maternal mental health. Dr. Kendall-Tackett explains what postnatal depression is, why trauma and social isolation increase risk, and how oxytocin counters stress. She busts myths about medications, explains why exclusive breastfeeding protects mental health, and shares practical recovery strategies. Content warning: This episode mentions trauma, including childhood sexual assault and military sexual trauma, though no specific details are shared.

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