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Scenario

Why postpartum depression can make you feel like a fraudulent parent

I had postpartum depression and missed the first year of my daughter's life emotionally and I still feel like a fake mother five years later.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Mental health struggles during early parenthood can create lasting doubt about authenticity and worthiness in the parental role.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Parenting and identity — who are you beyond parent??”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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