In this week's episode we talk to Rachel Strivelli about breastfeeding & mental health. Rachel is a writer and an intuitive coach helping people to address feelings of guilt, imposter syndrome and inner-criticism.

2:31 Growing up with low-level anxiety and depression

5:10 Dealing with suicide of a friend

6:02 Getting help from a counselor to deal with panic attacks in college and at Rachel's first job

8:13 Identifying as a highly sensitive person

9:03 Taking in too many stimulants (coffee, tobacco) increased Rachel's panic attacks

12:24 Seasonal Affective Disorder and living in a rainy climate

14:18 Being willing to find a counselor who is a good fit - don't take it personally if the first counselor you have doesn't work for you

16:43 Receiving counseling is an investment in yourself and in your quality of life

18:48 Mental wellbeing as a new parent

21:46 Breastfeeding and Dysmorphic Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER)

32:41 The relationship between lack of sleep and postpartum depression (PPD)

34:24 How I prioritize my mental health over other lifestyle choices

36:58 Supplements that I take that support mental wellbeing

38:22 Big picture encouragement & advice for new mom's around their wellbeing

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