What Should I Know About My Mental Health During Pregnancy?

Your questions drive our show. Ask Dr. Ruta a question or share your story with us today! Mental health during pregnancy plays a critical role in postpartum well-being, yet many people aren’t sure what’s safe or where to start. If you’ve ever wondered how to get help or how to support someone you love, you’re not alone. It’s important that pregnant people have access to safe, effective mental health care. That’s why reproductive psychiatrists and OB-GYNs often work together to provide the best support. In this episode, Dr. Ruta and Allie are joined by reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Marlene Freeman, MD, and OB-GYN Dr. Jessica Vernon, MD, PMH-C, to talk through what to look for, how to ask for help, and how to decide what treatment is right for you. Whether you’re planning for pregnancy, navigating new symptoms, supporting someone you love, caring for a patient, or looking for evidence-based guidance on medication safety, Drs. Nonacs, Freeman, and Vernon walk you through your next steps. Resources: Learn about pregnancy and breastfeeding medication safety from MotherToBaby. Listen to their podcast to hear more about everything from sushi to the RSV vaccine. Read more on psychiatric medications safety in pregnancy from the MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health. For more information on research about psychiatric medication use during pregnancy visit the National Pregnancy Registry for Psychiatric Medications website. Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical care. The views, thoughts, and opinions shared today are the speakers’ own. **Trigger Warning** Depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation  Like What You Heard? Subscribe so you never miss an episode Leave us a review to share your feedback Learn more at sogladyouasked.org Sign up for our newsletter and follow us on Instagram for show updates and bonus clips So Glad You Asked with Dr. Ruta Nonacs is brought to you by the MGH Center for Women's Mental Health and the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation.