Medical Gaslighting and Women's Mental Health with Expert Dr. Sarah Oreck

Key Tips for Improving Maternal Mental Health If you're a mom–or know someone who is–you're likely aware of how challenging the journey of motherhood can be. And issues such as medical gaslighting can make matters worse. From fertility problems, miscarriages, and perinatal (prenatal and postpartum) depression to not having a solid support system, many women feel lost, hopeless, and abandoned during the often-challenging reproductive journey. In many cases, partners, friends, and family members don't understand–or don't know how to navigate–maternal mental health issues. Join Dr. Carla Marie Manly and a renowned Columbia-trained psychiatrist, Dr. Sarah Oreck–founder of Mavida Health–who offers a wealth of empathic, supportive information on women's health and more! Topics discussed include pregnancy, mental health, fertility issues, miscarriage, adoption, surrogacy, loss, grief, relationship issues, parenting, medical gaslighting, marijuana (cannabis), fertility testing, menopause, perimenopause, prenatal depression, postpartum depression, perinatal depression, and maternal mental health. Sensitive Episode: Please note that this episode may contain sensitive material; listener discretion is advised. Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling “911” or “988” (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). Support/informational links are in the show notes. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert in this (or any episode) is offering medical or psychological direction; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure. https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/ Connect with Dr. Carla Manly: Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carlamariemanly8543 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly Books by Dr. Carla Manly: Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly: Etsy Amazon Connect with Dr. Sarah Oreck: Website: https://www.sarahoreckmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahoreckmd/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=305578&ref=_ig_profile_ac LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahoreck/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1B5lsjHTNikcAy0gBpCWGA Threads: https://www.threads.com/@sarahoreckmd?xmt=AQF0w6kgOhAOPtLDQNOfwJbek_Rbo5Gea9rIosqF5GhTX_A Mavida Health: https://www.mavidahealth.com/ Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/