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I survived postpartum psychosis — here's what I want you to know

17 Feb 2026 · 1 h 18 min · S17 E8 · Explicit

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains explicit discussion surrounding issues including depression, postpartum psychosis and suicidal thoughts. This may prove a difficult listen for some and if you feel that listening may affect you negatively then please choose another episode.

This week Giovanna sits down with Jade Lloyd for a powerful and deeply personal interview about her experience with postpartum psychosis. Jade tells Gi about her traumatic birth during COVID-19, followed by a descent into severe postpartum psychosis that required her being admitted to a mother and baby unit and sectioned.

Postpartum psychosis is a psychiatric emergency that requires immediate intervention. If you are worried about yourself or a loved one it’s important to speak to a health professional such as a GP, midwife or health visitor. If it's an emergency and you don’t feel safe, call 999 or go straight to A&E.

If Jade’s story has resonated with you and you need help or support, please don’t hesitate to use the resources below:

Action on Postpartum Psychosis https://www.app-network.org/

Pandas https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/

Samaritans https://www.samaritans.org

Mind UK https://www.mind.org.uk/

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Links in the notes 5

• https://www.app-network.org/
• https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/
• https://www.samaritans.org/donate-mental-health/?campaign_name=PAID2526_A&utm_source=google&utm_medium=psearch&utm_campaign=igrg_brand_search&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21565411426&gbraid=0AAAAADiwX7axj0S89L0Xm0y-KdYWPlQzn
• https://www.mind.org.uk/
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