In this episode of No Place Like Homb, hosts Larissa and Kath return to the heart of why Homb exists. Reflecting on their own postpartum journeys, they share insights into the preventative model of care we’re proud to champion.Parenthood isn’t one-size-fits-all, and trying to squeeze yourself into a box that doesn’t fit can be the difference between simply surviving and truly thriving. Together, we explore what it means to create a supportive space where families feel empowered to take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and find their own rhythm.This is the Homb way: a compassionate, flexible approach that honours the many paths to parenting and reminds us that every path is valid.
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PMADs Explained ft. Dr Edna Lekgabe
If you’re pregnant, planning to have a baby, or have recently given birth, chances are you’ve heard conversations about the 'baby blues' or the risk of postnatal depression and anxiety (PNDA).But have you ever come across the term PMADs? It stands for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders; a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions that can arise at any stage of the reproductive journey.These conditions are often misunderstood, overlooked, or misdiagnosed, leaving mothers and families without the support they need to not just cope, but thrive in parenthood.In this episode of No Place Like Homb, hosts Kath and Larissa sit down with Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatrist Dr Edna Lekgabe to help explain what PMADs are, why they matter, and the steps we can take toward better recognition, care, and support.Find out more drednalekgabe.com.auIf you need support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional.You can also find a directory for national helplines via;pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers
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Coming back from the brink – Part 3
In the previous 2 episodes of No Place Like Homb, we spoke with Cassandra about her background and personal experience with postpartum anxiety, depression and psychosis.Postpartum psychosis is a rare and devastating mental health condition that can occur after childbirth. The estimated incidence of postpartum psychosis ranges from 1 to 2 cases per 1,000 births. In this episode, Part 3 of ‘Coming back from the brink’, Hosts Kath and Larissa unpack some of the themes and questions that came up from those episodes with Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatrist, Dr Edna Lekgabe.Find out more; drednalekgabe.com.auIf you need support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional.You can also find a directory for national helplines via;pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers
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Coming back from the brink - Part 2
Studies have shown that traumatic birth experiences can significantly increase risk of developing postnatal depression and anxiety.But what if you take control of your birth story? What if everything goes to plan and your birth is euphoric, empowering and everything you wished for? That experience couldn’t possibly be followed by a swift decline into a deep depression spiralling into psychosis. Or could it? This week on No Place Like Homb, host Kath welcomes back Cassandra King for Part 2 of her story, Coming back from the brink.If you need support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional.You can also find a directory for national helplines via;pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers
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Coming back from the brink - Part 1
Sometimes in life we are tested in ways we could never imagine, and that certainly was the case for this week’s guest on No Place Like Homb, Cassandra King.In part 1 of this 3 part series, host Kath speaks with Cassandra about her complex medical history, pre-conception journey, her traumatic birth experience and struggles with postpartum anxiety and depression.If you need support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional.You can also find a directory for national helplines via;pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers
No Place Like Homb exists to support the vision of Homb Postpartum, Australia’s first of its kind postpartum Hotel - A place where mothers are mothered.
Chatting weekly to expert guests and taking a deep dive into all things motherhood, our purpose is to start a conversation, educate, and inform; connecting in shared experience to break down stigma and encourage new parents to seek help when and where they need it, without fear of judgment.
Join us on our mission to revolutionise the way we care for mothers and families through postpartum.
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