#243 – The Effect of Our Over-Treatment of Mothers – with Dr Pamela Douglas

Welcome to an enlightening episode of our beloved podcast, where we explore the transformation of women through the lens of maternal health and Matrescence.

This week, we are honored to have the remarkable Dr. Pamela Douglas as our guest.

She is a writer and researcher, with special interest in perinatal mental health and breastfeeding medicine. Over the past twenty years, Dr Douglas has published the evidence-base to the programs known as Neuroprotective Developmental Care (NDC or ‘The Possums Programs'). NDC offers a paradigm shift in the way we help families who face breastfeeding, baby sleep and cry-fuss challenges, and is changing practice world-wide.

Dr Douglas's groundbreaking work is detailed in 30 international research publications and in her best-selling The Discontented Little Baby Book. She was Founder and Medical Director of the charity Possums for Mothers and Babies Pty Ltd 2013-2023. She tendered her resignation as Medical Director on 30 January 2023 and continues to deliver her NDC/Possums for parents and providers at drpam.au

An impressive resume. In our deeply illuminating conversation this week, we tackle significant issues surrounding gender roles and the over-treatment of women within the maternal health system.

In this captivating conversation, Dr. Pamela fearlessly guides us through the maze of medicalization, encouraging us to question the norms and reclaim our power as mothers. Her expertise and compassionate understanding shed light on the importance of trusting our instincts and embracing our own wisdom.

As we navigate this transformative journey, we uncover new perspectives and insights that empower us to challenge outdated paradigms and celebrate the unique strength and power each mother possesses.

Join us as we brave the depths of motherhood, embracing the spirit of understanding, support, and inspiration. Dr. Pamela's wisdom might just leave you feeling empowered enough to fully embrace your own journey of motherhood through the lens of Matrescence.

Tune in now to our captivating conversation with the sensational Dr. Pamela Douglas and embark on a journey of self-discovery and feminine liberation.

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FIND OUT MORE ABOUT DR PAMELA DOUGLAS

Dr Pamela Douglas' work and programs, as well as her written work

can be found HERE: https://www.pameladouglas.com.au/

Get her daily dose of inspiration on her Instagram: @drpameladouglas https://www.instagram.com/drpameladouglas/

Also keep up to date on her Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drpameladouglas

Her (NDC) Neuroprotective Developmental Care (Possums Programs) are changing lives for many women. Find out more HERE: https://www.pameladouglas.com.au/programs

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Within these conversations, we change the way mothers are valued and seen in our society and spread the whispers of Matrescence together.

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[Time Stamps]

[00:00] – Acknowledgements

[00:40] – Intro

[02:59] – The Effects of Over-treatment of Mothers

[04:08] – “a bit of an over-view”

[07:25] – Silent Stories

[08:58] – A Disempowering Problem

[12:08] – Mother + Earth Commonalities

[16:19] – It's a Feminist Issue

[17:40] – 1st Nation Families

[22:11] – Infant Crying

[23:45] – Depressing Rules

[29:14] – Core Principles

[33:50] – The Village

[39:08] – Outro