In this episode, we sit down with Megan Dixon, a mother of two and the owner of Rattled Concierge, a service dedicated to helping families find more time together by handling household tasks like dishes, laundry, and cleaning. Megan shares her personal journey through the challenges of the fourth trimester and her battle with postpartum depression.

We discuss the critical need for support during this vulnerable time, as well as the reality of experiencing suicidal thoughts and ideation—difficult but necessary topics to bring to light. According to the NIH, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the perinatal period, accounting for about 20% of postpartum deaths. Megan’s story sheds light on the unexpected emotional toll many women face after childbirth.

Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions on postpartum depression and suicidal thoughts that may be triggering for some listeners.

Tune in for an honest and heartfelt conversation about the complexities of motherhood, mental health, and finding strength in the most difficult moments of the postpartum period.

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Music by: Dan PhillipsonSong Title: Making Progress