Défis et tabous de la maternité : 4e trimestre, santé mentale & allaitement avec Valérie Roberts

In this poignant episode of our podcast, we explore the fourth trimester of motherhood and the taboos associated with this crucial period. To discuss this, we welcome Valérie Roberts, an iconic figure on Quebec television and radio, author, and mother. Valérie shares with us her personal journey through motherhood, including postpartum challenges, postpartum depression, the baby blues, and all the other challenges of motherhood. During this candid discussion, we explore sensitive topics such as the expectations and disappointments of pregnancy, the paradoxes of breastfeeding, and the choice not to breastfeed. Valérie also talks about the drop in hormones, anxiety, and maternal mental health, as well as the support available to help you get through the fourth trimester. She also discovers how love for your child grows over time and the importance of appreciating every moment spent with them. Follow Valérie: On Instagram:   / robertsval   Discovering her books: Postpartum: The Ups and Downs of the Fourth Trimester: https://amzn.to/3W9Obth Postpartum: The Ups and Downs of the Fourth Trimester (Audiobook): https://amzn.to/3WoUcn5 ⦿ Follow us: https://linktr.ee/Bienetresimple ⦿ Share an interview, expert, and/or testimonial idea for a future episode at: [email protected] Episode Timeline: 00:00 Introduction 01:48 Valérie's Pregnancy Experience 06:59 Pregnancy Expectations and Disappointments 07:44 Pregnancy Taboos 09:49 Breastfeeding and Its Paradoxes 14:08 Choosing Not to Breastfeed 19:01 Maternal Mental Health 23:19 The 4th Trimester 24:51 Hormone Drop and Anxiety 31:21 Support for Overcoming the 4th Trimester 36:20 Grieving Your Woman's Identity 40:57 Love for Your Child Grows Over Time 44:37 Appreciating Every Moment with Your Child 46:54 Postpartum: Valérie Roberts' Book 53:01 The Healthcare System and Support for Mothers 55:53 Final Words *Get informed and consult a healthcare professional before following any advice or recommendations. **This episode features Valérie Roberts' personal story. It should not be construed as professional advice or expert opinion. This is an individual perspective intended to inspire and inform our listeners. Well-being, simply. __________________________________ References: Recognized worldwide, the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) is a quality care program launched in 1991 by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). https://www.msss.gouv.qc.ca/professio... https://www.who.int/fr/publications/i... Breastfed babies do not perform better than other babies on intelligence and vocabulary tests. https://naitreetgrandir.com/fr/nouvel.... According to a study published in April 2024 by Inserm and Public Health France, 17% of women's deaths, between the beginning of pregnancy and one year after childbirth or abortion, are suicides. https://www.santepubliquefrance.fr/ma...