From a Psychiatric Ward to Sober: Laura Dockrill's Story

From a Psychiatric Ward to Sober: Laura Dockrill's Story

Laura Dockrill thought new motherhood would glow. A week after giving birth to her son Jet, she was hearing voices in the radio and convinced the teddy bears were filming her on CCTV.

That was postpartum psychosis. It hits one in 1,000 women. Laura ended up sectioned in a psychiatric ward, separated from her newborn for three weeks.

She came home on antipsychotics, antidepressants, and two types of sleeping tablet. Her psychiatrist suggested a nip of whiskey to help her relax. She drank for nearly two years, telling herself a drink in her hand made her look normal again.

Three years ago, she quit. Laura tells Dave why books, therapy, medication, and finally sobriety saved her life.

If you're a new mum questioning your drinking, this one's for you.


If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/

or via my website https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/

Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice for Laura.

Laura Dockrill (@lauraleedockrill) • Instagram photos and videos instagram.com

Zombiemum Broccoli Productions

www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services

https://nacoa.org.uk/

Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez

Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez

https://www.instagram.com/thedaniellamartinez/

www.instagram.com/grownuphustle/

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