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Using presence as the antidote to trauma can help parents break cycles with more compassion and connection. In this special fifth birthday rerelease, Dr. Sarah Bren revisits her powerful interview with Dr. Jacob Ham on trauma, attachment, survival brain, repair, and the healing power of being with.

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422. Back by Popular Demand: Using Presence as the Antidote to Trauma with Dr. Jacob Ham

Father carrying child outdoors, representing connection, presence, and secure attachment after trauma.

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288. Parenting after complex trauma: A mother’s journey toward healing in parenthood with Stephanie Foo

A mother playing with her baby on the floor.

Stephanie Foo shares her journey in parenting after complex trauma, offering insights on healing and relational connections.

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15. Expanding the postpartum conversation: How PMADs can affect new fathers with Dr. Emily Upshur

Did you know that fathers and non-birthing partners can suffer from a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder – though PMADs often present a bit differently. In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I discuss the symptoms new fathers can experience, how you can support your partner through this, and when and where to go to seek help.

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