Perinatal Mental Health and OCD

Perinatal Mental Health and OCD

The perinatal period is one of the most vulnerable—and transformative—times in a parent’s life. In this episode, we explore the challenges of perinatal mental health, with a particular focus on OCD and how intrusive thoughts can impact new parents during this stage.

Our speakers discuss the role of psychoeducation, the importance of therapeutic trust, and how clinicians can best support parents navigating overwhelming thoughts and fears. We also examine the value of bringing babies into therapy, collaborative care, and the crucial reminder that intrusive thoughts do not define someone’s ability to be a loving, capable parent.


💬 Key themes:

  • Why the perinatal period heightens vulnerability
  • The role of OCD and intrusive thoughts in early parenting
  • Using psychoeducation to normalize and reduce shame
  • Building rapport so clients feel safe to share difficult thoughts
  • The potential benefits of including babies in therapy sessions
  • Collaborative care and supporting parents holistically


🔖 Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Perinatal Mental Health and OCD

02:50 Understanding Vulnerability in the Perinatal Period

05:47 Therapeutic Approaches for Clinicians

08:47 The Importance of Psychoeducation

11:45 Building Rapport and Trust with Clients

14:50 Managing Intrusive Thoughts in Therapy

17:49 Collaborative Care and Support Systems

20:51 Incorporating Babies in Therapy Sessions

23:45 Creating a Supportive Environment for New Parents



#PerinatalMentalHealth #OCD #IntrusiveThoughts #NewParents #MaternalHealth #TherapyTalk #ParentingSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #Psychoeducation #ClinicianSupport

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