LiSTNR podcast explores the often silent truth of perinatal depression and anxiety

LiSTNR has launched a second season of the 1 in 5 mothers, 1 in 10 fathers podcast with host Davina Smith, to loudly explore the often silent truth of perinatal depression and anxiety (PNDA).

For many parents, pregnancy and the first year of parenthood can be a challenging and overwhelming time, but for one in five mothers and one in 10 fathers, those bad days become the norm when they are experiencing PNDA.

In season 2 of the podcast, The Gidget Foundation Australia has once again partnered with LiSTNR to shine a light on those affected.

Host Davina Smith – who has lived experience – says “My greatest fear when I was very sick with PNDA was I was failing, and I was all alone. Through these stories we prove you are not alone. We all feel it, being a parent is tough. During recording, I laughed and cried, every parent we spoke to hitting a nerve and helping me now even in my parenting journey. I hope listeners like me will be empowered and supported by these deeply personal stories.”

Having launched this week, 1 in 5 mothers, 1 in 10 fathers will have eight episodes in season two, released fortnightly every second Wednesday. Listen here.