I was pregnant and swallowed handful of pills…

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Written By Mia Hemstad

Kara Zivin (PhD, MS, MA, MFA) is a professor of psychiatry, obstetrics and gynecology, and health management and policy at the University of Michigan. Kara leads a large body of scientific research on mental health conditions during pregnancy and postpartum. She also nearly died by suicide during pregnancy.

Kara shares her story, describing the long arc of shame, guilt, and stigma associated with her depression during pregnancy and postpartum, to help other women suffering maternal mental health conditions. Listen to her story here.

Mia Hemstad

Mia is a mom of 2, a trauma-informed self-care coach, a speaker, and the creator of No Longer Last, which is a group coaching experience that empowers women to value themselves, advocate for what they wand and need, and live life on their own terms.

https://miahemstad.com
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