When writer and illustrator Laura Dockrill first became a mum, the experience was life changing - but not in the way she was expecting. She woke up on her first Mother’s Day in a psychiatric ward, without a clue where she was, separated from her newborn, with a diagnosis of postpartum psychosis. Since her experience, she’s been on a mission to uncover the psychological effects of bringing a small person into this world and smash the stigmas associated with them. Each week Laura will be talking to guests from a range of different backgrounds and disciplines all with their own unique experience for some heart-breaking, heart warming, gut wrenching, generous, reassuring real talk. #Zombiemum
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When writer and illustrator Laura Dockrill first became a mum, the experience was life changing - but not in the way she was expecting. She woke up on her first Mother’s Day in a psychiatric ward, without a clue where she was, separated from her newborn, with a diagnosis of postpartum psychosis. Since her experience, she’s been on a mission to uncover the psychological effects of bringing a small person into this world and smash the stigmas associated with them. Each week Laura will be talking to guests from a range of different backgrounds and disciplines all with their own unique experience for some heart-breaking, heart warming, gut wrenching, generous, reassuring real talk. #Zombiemum
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October 14, 2021
Introducing: We Were Always Here
Hello fellow Zombies! Been missing Zombiemum? Well, we're delighted to introduce We Were Always Here our new weekly documentary series - exploring the history of the UK AIDS pandemic from the perspective of those most marginalized communities. This is the first episode, introducing our host Marc Thompson, a lifelong activist diagnosed with HIV in 1986 at just 17 years old. He’ll be talking about his childhood, growing up as a black gay man in Brixton, as well as the impact of those first reports of a strange cancer that had begun to emerge from the US... These are stories of loss, activism, rage and resilience, and most importantly - community. We hope you enjoy! If you'd like to hear more follow the series here - bit.ly/wewerealwayshere Or search 'We were always here' in your favourite podcast app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 7, 2021
Bryony Gordon | 'Everything is manageable'
In this episode, Laura talks to writer, podcaster and Telegraph columnist Bryony Gordon. They discuss Bryony’s experience coping with addiction as a parent, her journey of recovery, and living with OCD. CW: This podcast contains open, honest and often detailed discussions about mental health. This episode contains discussion of alcoholism, addiction and OCD. #Zombiemum is produced by Bea Duncan. It was mastered by Rob Fincham, with original music by Hugo White. The artwork is by Mars West. The Executive Producer is Hana Walker-Brown. RESOURCES: Action on Postpartum psychosis The national charity for women and families affected by postpartum psychosis. Website: https://www.app-network.org Mind Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems. Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm) Website: www.mind.org.uk Samaritans Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair. Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline) Website: www.samaritans.org.uk Recovery Advice on recovery sources across the United Kingdom. Website: https://www.recovery.org.uk Phone: 0203 553 0324 (24 hours) OCD UK A charity run by people with OCD, for people with OCD. Includes facts, news and treatments. Phone: 0333 212 7890 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) Website: www.ocduk.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 31, 2021
Nikesh Shukla | 'Small pockets of joy'
In this episode, Laura talks to writer and podcaster Nikesh Shukla. They discuss the difficulties of raising tough topics with kids, processing grief while raising children and the impact of sleep deprivation. CW: This podcast contains open, honest and often detailed discussions about mental health. This episode contains discussion of greif and racism. #Zombiemum is produced by Bea Duncan. It was mastered by Rob Fincham, with original music by Hugo White. The artwork is by Mars West. The Executive Producer is Hana Walker-Brown. RESOURCES: Action on Postpartum psychosis The national charity for women and families affected by postpartum psychosis. Website: https://www.app-network.org Mind Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems. Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm) Website: www.mind.org.uk Samaritans Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair. Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline) Website: www.samaritans.org.uk Cruse Bereavement Care The leading national charity for bereaved people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Phone: 0808 808 1677 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) Website: www.cruse.org.uk Stand against Racism & Inequality Support for victims of any type of hate crime Phone: 0800 171 2272 (Reporting line) Website: https://www.sariweb.org.uk/help-support/online-reporting-form/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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