Welcome to this week's episode of The Happy Mama Movement Podcast!
Today, I’m joined by the insightful and multi-talented Ariane Beeston. With a background as a child protection caseworker and psychologist, Ariane has dedicated her career to supporting families and advocating for maternal mental health. Her writing has appeared in publications like The Sydney Morning Herald, Daily Life, Babyology, and Mamamia, and she currently works as the communications and content manager for The Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE), Australia’s leading organization in perinatal mental health. Ariane is also a dancer, choreographer, and now, a published author—her debut memoir, Because I’m Not Myself, You See, offers a raw and honest exploration of motherhood and mental health.
In this episode, we delve into:
- “Becuase Im Not Myself, You See”: Ariane's firsthand account of Postpartum Psychosis.
- How Postpartum Psychosis presents itself: Signs and symptoms to be aware of and the importance of open conversation.
- Falling through the gaps: Maternal suicide, delusional looping thoughts, and why it happens.
- Pen to Paper: The inspiration and experiences that led to her memoir, “Because I'm Not Myself, You See”, which candidly explores motherhood and mental health.
- 1-2 in a thousand women: Suffering in silence, and how Ariane finally reached out for help to begin her recovery journey to “Get her Pink back” and learn to trust herself again.
This conversation sheds light on the complexities of motherhood and mental health, offering hope and understanding to those navigating similar journeys. If you find this episode valuable, please share it with others who might benefit from Ariane's insights and experiences.
ABOUT ARIANE BEESTON:
Ariane Beeston is a former child protection caseworker and psychologist with NSW's Department of Communities and Justice. She has written for various publications, including The Sydney Morning Herald, Daily Life, Babyology, and Mamamia. Currently, Ariane works as the communications and content manager for The Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE), Australia's peak body in perinatal mental health. She is also a dancer, choreographer, and the author of her first book, Because I'm Not Myself, You See, a candid memoir exploring her personal experiences with motherhood and mental health.
RESOURCES:
Arianejbeeston https://www.instagram.com/arianejbeeston
Twitter/X – @arianebeeston
Book: Because I'm Not Myself, You See – A memoir that offers a frank, hopeful, and darkly funny exploration of postpartum psychosis and recovery. https://www.blackincbooks.com.au/books/because-im-not-myself-you-see
Organization: The Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE) – Providing support and resources for perinatal mental health.
Join us for this enlightening discussion as we explore the intersections of motherhood, mental health, and personal growth with Ariane Beeston.
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I'm Amy.
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