This week, Olivia is joined by Dr Chiara Petrosellini, as they delve into the critical topic of perinatal mental health, exploring its definition, the unique challenges faced by women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and the importance of specialized mental health support. 

Chiara emphasises the distinct features of perinatal mental illness, including conditions like postpartum depression and psychosis, and highlights the need for tailored expertise in this area. 

To get evidence-based information and support on different perinatal mental health conditions, please see: PANDAS foundation: https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/ Action on Postpartum Psychosis: https://www.app-network.org/ Perinatal OCD Resource centre: https://iocdf.org/perinatal-ocd/ Birth Trauma Association: https://www.birthtraumaassociation.org/ Mind charity (for suicide support and prevention resources): https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/suicidal-thoughts-and-suicide-prevention/

Credits:
Date of episode recording: 2025-11-24
Language of episode: English
Presenter: Olivia Moir
Guests: Dr Chiara Petrosellini
Producer: Olivia Moir, UCL IFWH
Podcast owner: Olivia Moir; Sarah Mayhew