Postpartum Progress: Writer Looking for Childbirth-Related PTSD Stories

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January 27, 2008

Writer Looking for Childbirth-Related PTSD Stories

Christi Collins is writing a white paper for the International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) on childbirth-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and is looking for moms' stories about PTSD. She says it doesn't matter whether the mom has been officially diagnosed by a healthcare provider or self-diagnosed. She's looking for your perspective on your PTSD symptoms, why you viewed your birth as traumatic, how your family and friends reacted, what you tried during your recovery process and what worked/what didn't, as well as any words of wisdom for moms who are just now learning about PTSD. She'd also be interested in any questions you may have about PTSD. If you'd like to participate, send Christi your stories and questions at mom2ewc@yahoo.com.

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Hi Katherine,
I'm so glad that you are bringing attention to this issue. It is very much needed. I would be happy to share my story and answer any questions you might have. I have a website, http://www.ptsdafterchildbirth.org and I also have a Yahoo support group for those who suffer from PTSD after childbirth with over 70 members from around the world, http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ptsdafterchildbirth/ This issue is very often overlooked and it needs to be brought into the light.

Thank you,

Jodi Kluchar

You are not alone...
http://www.ptsdafterchildbirth.org

Posted by:Jodi Kluchar | January 28, 2008 at 01:55 PM

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