Rebranding Mom Brain & Exploring Postpartum Mental Health with Dr. Nikki Pensak

If you are thinking about babies, pregnant, postpartum, or even 10 years postpartum, this episode is a must listen. Have you heard of matrescence? It's a neurocognitive developmental phase akin to adolescence and specific to becoming a mother. Dr. Nikki Pensak discusses the profound changes that occur during this period of transformation, including shifts in identity, psyche, hormones, and brain function. And the best part? You can harness the power of this period to unlock your "superpowers" and truly thrive. The episode is packed with takeaways including:The specific steps to set yourself up for success (and care) postpartumThe difference between baby blues & clinical depressionHow to proactively build your postpartum support systemHow nutrient deficiencies can mimic or worsen mental health conditionsSSRI's and pregnancy (and the controversy!)The mental loadAnd more!For more, be sure to follow @drnikkipensak and pick up a copy of Rattled wherever books are sold!Subscribe to Off With Your Coat, and follow @genwellofficial to get the latest on women's health.