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: 

Perinatal mental health support: 

Factsheets  

 

Breastfeeding and medications information: 

Breastfeeding support: 

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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