Interview with Kristina Dunley: My Story of Postpartum Psychosis

Previa Alliance Podcast

In this episode, Kristina Dunley bravely shares her harrowing encounter with postpartum psychosis. Her story is a sobering reminder that every mother's postpartum journey deserves to be met with the highest level of care and compassion. We hope this episode helps foster a culture of openness and understanding, ensuring mothers everywhere receive the support they so deeply need.
More About Kristina!

• Kristina Dulaney RN, PMH-C
• Postpartum Psychosis Survivor
• Founder/Executive Director, Cherished Moms
• Founder PPP Awareness Day
• 2024 award recipient of Maternal Mental Health Hero for the Policy Center of Maternal Mental health

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• PPP Awareness Day
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• Cherished Mom – Helping New Moms
• Cherished Mom (@cherishedmom) • Instagram photos and videos

Kristina’s transformative journey through postpartum psychosis redirected her life’s mission and career trajectory. Her unwavering dedication to advocating for perinatal mental health became the cornerstone of her purpose. This pivotal experience ignited her passion to empower and support other expecting and new mothers, driving her to establish Cherished Mom, a non-profit organization committed to promoting awareness, education, and support for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. She appeared on Dr. Phil in early 2023 to share her experience.

As the founder and Executive Director of Cherished Mom, Kristina spearheaded the creation of PPP Awareness Day, a pivotal initiative aimed at raising awareness of postpartum psychosis as a mental health emergency. This annual event serves as a beacon of hope, shedding light on the symptoms, treatment, and the critical importance of early intervention for individuals affected by PPP. She is a Maternal Mental Health Hero 2024 recipient from the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health.

Drawing from her lived experience with PPP and her background as a registered nurse, Kristina leverages her expertise to empower healthcare professionals and families in identifying individuals at risk, recognizing the symptoms of PPP and other maternal mental health disorders, and ultimately improving family outcomes. Her unwavering commitment to advocacy has garnered recognition and accolades, further amplifying the impact of her work in the realm of perinatal mental wellness.

Kristina’s journey from personal adversity to impactful advocacy is a testament to the transformative power of resilience and compassion. Her unwavering dedication to supporting perinatal mental wellness has reshaped her life and become a beacon of hope for countless individuals and families navigating similar challenges. Through her compelling story and unwavering commitment, Kristina continues to inspire and drive meaningful change in the landscape of maternal mental health advocacy.

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Chapitres

1. Interview with Kristina Dunley: My Story of Postpartum Psychosis (00:00:00)

2. Survivor Shares Postpartum Psychosis Experience (00:00:10)

3. Postpartum Mental Health Journey (00:08:18)

4. Recognizing and Addressing Postpartum Mental Health (00:19:59)

5. Maternal Mental Health Support and Awareness (00:31:49)