143. Busting Myths Around Treatment Options Before, During and After Pregnancy with Esther Rollhaus, MD
Esther Rollhaus, MD, joins Aimee Baron, MD to talk about all aspects of reproductive psychiatry, the reasons why someone would reach out, how meds are used as an adjunct to therapy, and myths about medication.
145. Exploring the Emotions of the Struggle to Have A Baby with Aliza Tropper, LMHC
Aliza Tropper, LMHC, joins Aimee Baron, MD to talk about the emotions that come up during the quest to build a family, the guilt, shame, sadness, anxiety, inadequacy, etc., and how they manifest, and suggestions on how to make these deep feelings more manageable, like self-soothing, mini-breaks, reaching out for support and even medication if things become too overwhelming.
People Can Be Struggling With Mental Health Even If…
You never have to do it alone ❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹
Do I Need Therapy?
We are huge advocates of making sure everyone is mindful of their own mental health. We’ve spent a lot of time discussing many different aspects of this, touching on topics like support groups, medication, setting boundaries, toxic positivity, self care, etc.
Asking for Help is the Bravest Thing You Can Do
You never have to do it alone ❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹
I Lost A Baby, Too
I’ve been grieving My whole life So— There is some Parallel Grief taking over. The most immediate pain: I can’t Even Say The Word How can Someone Celebrate An abortion?
Therapy and G-d
So, keep G-d a part of your life, if He is already there, but don’t forgo therapy because you think G-d will take care of you. Because He can’t... until you start to help yourself.
Circumstantial Infertility & Mental Health Medications
“This condition requires me to take medication. I would absolutely love to try to expand my family, but the medication I take isn't conducive to pregnancy.”
Questions You Ask Yourself
Have you found yourself asking any of these questions? As we gear up for our Fertility Support Summit, these are some things we’re thinking about.
Mental Health Care
When it comes to taking care of our mental health, self care, setting boundaries, and advocating for ourselves are just as important as speaking with a therapist.
They Are Struggling Even If...
Just because someone appears to have it all together on the outside, doesn't mean they're not struggling on the inside. This goes for mental health and infertility.
Mental Health and the Holidays
Thank you Rav Yoni Rosensweig for these incredible words of chizuk/strength about mental health and the high holidays with a few reminders.
Emotions Before, During and After Egg Freezing
As we talk to more and more of you about the egg freezing process, these are some of the emotions that are coming up for people: empowered, hopeful, lonely, disappointed, anxious, and more.
When Your Provider is Visibly Pregnant
How do you navigate through finding out your healthcare provider, the one who is supposed to help YOU have a baby, is pregnant themselves?
Therapy Is a Tool
Not everyone who goes through difficult times needs therapy. However, there is no reason to suffer through a hard time if you are really struggling.
5 Things To NOT Do When Speaking About Mental Health
Supporting someone struggling with mental health is more than asking “How are you doing?” Here are 5 things not to do when speaking about mental heatlh.
Don’t Put Your Emotional Health on the Back Burner
The only person who knows what you need is you. Put your emotional health first and tell people what you need. So that you get what you need.
Coping Tips for Pesach
It’s important to acknowledge that the holidays can be a very challenging time. Here are some quick healthy coping mechanisms to help you get through it.
Doing Your Best on Passover
Friendly Reminder for Passover: Please just take care of you. No one will remember whether or not you made 2 or 3 desserts. Take care of yourself first.
Circumstantial Infertility: Uterine Fibroid Surgery and Mental Health
We will keep sharing your stories to show people that you never know what’s going on behind closed doors and that there are many reasons why someone may not have more children - even if they desperately want more.