Paris speaks with Daniela Skinner, an artist, corporate professional and mother who shares her journey navigating bipolar to raise her now 9 year old son.
Diagnosed at 27, Daniela recounts her challenging experiences with postpartum mania, hospitalizations and navigating life as a new mother under immense stress.
She details her struggles, the pivotal role of finding the right medication and how she managed to rebuild her life through creative practices and strong family ties. Daniela opens up about her fears, coping strategies and how she found balance, ultimately showing that it’s possible to lead a full, meaningful life with bipolar.
This episode is a compelling testament to resilience, offering hope and insightful advice to others on a similar path.
Stay connected with Daniela here!
Learn to support someone you love with bipolar here!00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:27 Daniela's Bipolar Diagnosis and Early Episodes03:34 Postpartum Challenges and Manic Episode07:42 Hospitalization and Personal Struggles10:16 Custody Battle and Road to Recovery14:03 Finding Stability and Creative Reconnection18:46 Living Well with Bipolar24:53 Motherhood and Family Conversations33:32 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks
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