In today’s video I’m sharing a really honest postpartum mental health update, because I know how isolating this season can feel and I always want to be open about what’s actually going on behind the scenes. I talk about how things have been since having Freya, what I was struggling with postpartum, and why I finally pushed to get proper support rather than just trying to “get on with it” like I usually do. The biggest update is that I’ve now had a formal diagnosis from a psychologist: Avoidant Personality Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder. I read through parts of the letter and explain what that means for me personally, how it links back to things that were there before pregnancy, and what it’s been like being under the Perinatal Mental Health Team. I also chat through medication, therapy, and what I’m hoping will change going forward. If you’re in the thick of postpartum anxiety, low mood, or you’re waiting for answers yourself, I really hope this makes you feel less alone and encourages you to reach out for support.