Rerun: Understanding Postpartum Psychosis (Beyond The Lindsay Clancy Headlines) with Aaisha Alvi

When high-profile cases like Lindsay Clancy hit the news, public fear and sensationalism surrounding Postpartum Psychosis (PPP) spike—making clinical clarity and lived experience more vital than ever. 

In this special re-released episode, we sit down with Aaisha Alvi, author of "A Mom Like That: A Memoir of Postpartum Psychosis." Aaisha is a two-time PPP survivor who navigated severe hallucinations, delusions, and several medical dismissals before finally receiving life-saving psychiatric treatment.

Community birth workers, midwives, and doulas are often the primary line of defense in the first 14 days postpartum. In this conversation, we break down:

* The clinical differences between Postpartum Depression (1 in 5) and Postpartum Psychosis (1-2 per 1,000).
* What hallucinations and delusions actually look and feel like from the inside.
* Why calling PPP "rare" leads to dangerous medical dismissals in emergency rooms and clinics.
* Exact red flags, key phrases, and emergency protocols birth workers must use when advocating for a client in crisis.

CONTENT WARNING: This conversation includes discussion of severe perinatal mental health crises, intrusive thoughts, and psychiatric emergencies. 

RESOURCES & LINKS:
• Learn more about Aaisha Alvi & grab her memoir: https://www.aaishaalvi.com
• Follow Aaisha on Instagram: @AaishaAlviWrites
• Postpartum Support International (PSI): Call or text 1-800-944-4773 | https://www.postpartum.net
• National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
• Explore Midwifery Wisdom courses & resources: https://www.midwiferywisdom.com