287: Postpartum Anxiety After Traumatic Birth with Savannah Burton, LPC-MHSP, S, PMH-C - a podcast by Katayune Kaeni, Psy.D.

Today’s personal story comes from Savannah Burton. She’s the mother of two and the owner and therapist at My Memphis Therapist Counseling and Consulting. She is a University of Memphis alumnus and a postpartum anxiety advocate and survivor after experiencing different challenges with the birth of her two children. With a passion for maternal mental health, Savannah feels fortunate to live out her dream of helping others as a therapist and entrepreneur. She explains what it feels like to not like being pregnant, to feel hesitant about motherhood, and to be fearful about the decision to have a second child.Show Highlights:

The truth: nothing can adequately prepare you for what to expect after the birth of your first childHow Savannah experienced a dramatic birth, unplanned C-section, breastfeeding struggles, maternity leave issues, shame, guilt, and anxiety

How she struggled to have a functional life and felt guilty if she prioritized self-careHow a new job and a more relaxed schedule helped her learn to preserve herself

How Savannah has learned to structure her work and home life to be present with her kids AND take care of herselfHow she navigated a second baby, COVID, and opening a therapy practice that was limited to telehealth during the shutdown

Why Savannah loves helping other moms who don’t feel “cut out” for motherhoodWhat Savannah wants other moms to know about feelings of shame and finding support

Resources:Connect with Savannah: Website and Instagram
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