{"id":35152,"date":"2026-01-10T07:14:57","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T07:14:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happybabiesstore.com\/?p=35152"},"modified":"2026-01-10T07:14:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T07:14:57","slug":"mental-health-pmads-support-with-nancy-di-nuzzo-podcast-ep-187","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happybabiesstore.com\/?p=35152","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health, PMADs &#038; Support with Nancy Di Nuzzo \u2013 Podcast Ep 187"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"200\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/playlist.megaphone.fm?e=AIHII5250268288\" width=\"100%\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/5nQtCbSEgggszqzmS1jF6D?si=hmxInwcpTX2I3uB3iCCiCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spotify<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/apple.co\/2RnxpVe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple Podcasts<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2zP5Q08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TuneIn<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.audible.com\/pd\/Chick-Chat-The-Baby-Chick-Podcast-Podcast\/B09VKKDFM6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Audible<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When we think about preparing for a new baby, most of the attention goes to labor and delivery, but what about what happens <em>after<\/em> the birth?<\/p>\n<p>Too often, parents are sent home with a newborn and very little support for their physical recovery, mental health, and emotional well-being. And when things feel overwhelming, scary, or not how they expected, they wonder if something is wrong with them. But what I want new mothers to know is: Nothing is wrong with you. However, something is missing from the way we prepare families for postpartum, and it\u2019s time we talked about it.<\/p>\n<p>In this episode of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/category\/podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chick Chat<\/a>, I sat down with Nancy Di Nuzzo, Founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/anamav.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Anamav Postnatal Care<\/a>, to talk about the reality of postpartum recovery, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), and what it truly looks like to feel supported during one of life\u2019s most intense transitions.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-is-nancy-di-nuzzo\">Who Is Nancy Di Nuzzo?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\n<div class=\"flex justify-center\">\n<div class=\"image-container relative\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1001\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screen-Shot-2024-06-12-at-10.41.23-AM-Nancy-Di-Nuzzo-1001x1024.png\" alt=\"Nany Di Nuzzo headshot\" class=\"wp-image-223445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screen-Shot-2024-06-12-at-10.41.23-AM-Nancy-Di-Nuzzo-1001x1024.png 1001w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screen-Shot-2024-06-12-at-10.41.23-AM-Nancy-Di-Nuzzo-293x300.png 293w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screen-Shot-2024-06-12-at-10.41.23-AM-Nancy-Di-Nuzzo-768x786.png 768w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screen-Shot-2024-06-12-at-10.41.23-AM-Nancy-Di-Nuzzo.png 1298w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1001px) 100vw, 1001px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/anamav.ca\/about-anamav-postnatal\/#my-story\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nancy Di Nuzzo<\/a> is a Postpartum Doula, New Parent Educator, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, and CPA. <em>Yes, you read that right!<\/em> She went from working in finance to becoming a fierce advocate for families after living through her own traumatic postpartum experience. Now a mother of two, Nancy is the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/anamav.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Anamav Postnatal Care<\/a>, a practice dedicated to supporting families with doula care, lactation support, therapy, sleep coaching, and more, both virtually and in-home.<\/p>\n<p>She brings not only her professional expertise, but also deep empathy and lived experience to every conversation. Her mission? To help close the huge gap in postpartum care and make sure no parent feels like they have to \u201cjust get through it\u201d on their own.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-we-talked-about\">What We Talked About<\/h2>\n<p>This episode is an essential listen for any new parent, whether you\u2019re expecting your first baby or already in the thick of postpartum life. Nancy breaks down what many people <em>wish<\/em> they had known before giving birth, and shares practical tools for building a more supported, emotionally safe experience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p \">Here\u2019s what we covered:<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-what-are-pmads-really\">1. What are PMADs, really?<\/h4>\n<p>Nancy explains the different types of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/perinatal-mood-and-anxiety-disorders-pmads-what-are-they\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders<\/a>, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/what-is-postpartum-depression\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">postpartum depression<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/im-not-depressed-im-afraid-postpartum-anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">postpartum anxiety<\/a>, OCD, psychosis, and more. She shares how they can show up and what signs to look for in yourself or a loved one.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-who-s-most-at-risk-and-why-recurrence-is-real\">2. Who\u2019s most at risk \u2014 and why recurrence is real<\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019ve experienced anxiety, depression, or a PMAD in the past, your chances of going through it again are higher. Nancy helps us understand why that is and how to prepare with proactive mental health planning.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-how-birth-affects-postpartum-recovery\">3. How birth affects postpartum recovery<\/h4>\n<p>Our birth experiences <em>matter<\/em>. Nancy shares how trauma, unmet expectations, or even just difficult deliveries can shape how we feel emotionally and physically afterward, and why validation and debriefing matter.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-why-planning-for-postpartum-is-just-as-important-if-not-more-as-prepping-for-birth\">4. Why planning for postpartum is just as important (if not more) as prepping for birth<\/h4>\n<p>We spend months <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/12-tips-to-a-happier-healthier-birth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">getting ready for labor<\/a>, but often no time preparing for the realities of healing, feeding, sleep deprivation, and identity shifts during postpartum. Nancy walks us through what to think about and plan for when preparing for postpartum life.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-where-to-start-if-you-re-feeling-overwhelmed\">5. Where to start if you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed<\/h4>\n<p>From choosing the right support team to identifying one small step you can take today, Nancy offers some great tips and explains why it\u2019s essential for mothers to prioritize their own needs and recovery.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-how-to-break-free-from-the-just-get-through-it-mindset\">6. How to break free from the \u201cjust get through it\u201d mindset<\/h4>\n<p>Nancy shares what she would say to any mom who feels like she can\u2019t ask for help or thinks struggling means she\u2019s not doing a good job. (Spoiler: It\u2019s the opposite.)<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-the-mindset-shifts-that-are-essential\">7. The mindset shifts that are essential<\/h4>\n<p>When families receive real support, whether from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/what-is-a-postpartum-doula\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">postpartum doula<\/a>, therapist, or community, they often realize they didn\u2019t need to be \u201cstronger\u201d; they just needed to not do it alone. Nancy helps reframe strength as receiving support, not avoiding it.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-one-small-thing-you-can-do-today\">8. One small thing you can do today<\/h4>\n<p>Nancy leaves us with a practical, doable tip for making postpartum feel even just a little more supported, no matter where you are in your journey.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Postpartum doesn\u2019t have to be something you just survive. With the right planning, the right tools, and the right support, it can be a season of healing, bonding, and growth. But it starts with knowing <em>you<\/em> deserve support \u2014 not just your baby.<\/p>\n<p>Nancy\u2019s insight is such a powerful reminder that your mental health matters. Your story matters. And how you feel in this season matters. If you\u2019re a new or expecting parent, I hope this conversation helps you feel seen, validated, and encouraged to build a postpartum experience rooted in real care.<\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><strong>Mentioned in the episode:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><strong>Nancy\u2019s Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><strong>Related: <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spotify |\u00a0Apple Podcasts | TuneIn |\u00a0Audible When we think about preparing for a new baby, most of the attention goes to labor and delivery, but what about what happens after the birth? Too often, parents are sent home with a newborn and very little support for their physical recovery, mental health, and emotional well-being. 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