March 31, 2026

ABOUT THIS EPISODE

Ayana Lage - writer, blogger, and author of Missing Me - joins us for an honest and deeply important conversation about postpartum mental health. With bylines in The Washington Post, Cosmopolitan, and Glamour, Ayana brings both her voice as a writer and her lived experience to this powerful story.

In this episode, Ayana opens up about her experience with postpartum psychosis after the birth of her daughter and the road back to healing. We explore a topic that is often misunderstood or left unspoken, creating space for awareness, compassion, and understanding. This conversation is tender and eye-opening, and offers hope for those navigating mental health challenges or supporting someone who is.

Connect with Ayana:
Instagram: @ayanalage
Website: ayanalage.com
Book: Missing Me

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English

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