Hi, and welcome to today's episode where I'm going to be reviewing Postpartum OCD, and I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas. At the time that I'm recording this, it's the end of December 2023. With postpartum OCD, it is an episode or a particular subset of OCD where a woman is experiencing fears, worries, obsessions, as well as certain checking behaviors That are all centered around her newborn. baby. I want you to know that you are already an awesome mom. You taking the step to get help is showing how much you care about yourself and your baby and you're modeling such great things and it's wonderful to see Moms get the support they need.

In this podcast episode, I talk about how intrusive thoughts are normal as well as how it is different for an OCD sufferer. An intrusive thought is that combination of a thought coming into your mind without you trying to think about it and it brings stress.

Research debates if OCD is caused by nature versus nurture. What the research does agree on, is the treatment protocol for OCD! Since the 1950s, OCD is effectively treated through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention. If you or someone you know struggles with OCD, schedule your free consult today!

Do you have an intense fear of something? It’s that fear that swoops in as soon as you are triggered. Common fears are public speaking, spiders, germs, heights, darkness, needles, and being embarrassed. Good news is, phobias are treatable!

This condition is considered to be one of the most complex forms of OCD. Sufferers will do anything and go to any length to avoid throwing up! I have had lots of success in treating this phobia. Schedule your free consult to see how I can help!

Learn the symptoms of OCD and get help today!