A Portrait of Pregnancy and Schizophrenia
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- čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
- An interview style video touching on various topics concerning my pregnancy and my schizoaffective disorder - how I feel about being pregnant; what hopes and dreams I have for our baby; what if our baby has schizophrenia; thoughts on what the most difficult part of being a new mom will be; what I want our future son to know about who I am right now; and what advice I would give our future son.
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Oh honey... forget those people who said you shouldn't get pregnant. My mother has schizophrenia and I do not. And even if your son does have it he has a beautiful role model to show him how to manage his symptoms. Everything will go well.
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Are you female?
@@aaymathebest4705 yes
I dated a guy who inherited Schizophrenic affective disorder from his father. He was the first born. He marred a single mom with one teenage son. He decided not to have children of his own. There is a 50/50 percent chance it will be passed on. His sister did not have it and she was born separate. I think having a daycare or a family member or friend to help care for your baby is important. I am exhausted and babies not understand that. I am sleep deprived today because I could not fall asleep last night. I have OCD and I was afraid to go to sleep. Now I want to go to sleep while the baby nap. I might get an hour or two before she wakes up. If not , I will have to struggle to make it through the day and crash early to bed. My grandpa had bipolar disorder and OCD. He did not want pass it in to his 5 children. It ended up showing up in a few of his 10,biological grandchildren. It sucks to be me. I have decided not to have children. Mg twin sister has two children and their is a chance their son has OCD and Depression.. It is a vicious cycle and someone has got to stop it. I personally know the struggle and my life has been a struggle. My ex husband left and that is because I am different. I would not wish this life on anyone. I can’t drive in major highways because I think of all the bad things that could happen. If is hell.
@@heathercrumpler5353 I’m sorry you’re suffering and enduring a lot of hardship. It sounds very challenging. I hope you are able to find a support group and treatment.
All of that said, I don’t think someone or even all ppl with mental illnesses can “stop” the illnesses in the human population because there may be more than a genetic component at play. But that doesn’t mean everyone with them now or in the future has to live in despair. There is treatment, therapy, and support groups for ppl. There are people who can help.
Being a child born to a Mother with schizophrenia, I want to tell you that despite her illness she was an incredible Mother. I am so glad that God chose her to be my Mother. Just take it day by day, don't overthink it
Girl. Same. Like literally same. God bless me with a amazing mother despite any diagnosis. If you have time please text me on Instagram because U have a question for you by and I would really appreciate your help. @chosen_1088
He’s not even born yet and he’s already so lucky to have an incredible mother and father
She is taking antipsychotics, that's not so good for the baby.
@@nihil8436 Better that then decompensating into active psychosis. It sounds like she has a very good support network including a good dr that will adjust meds as necessary to minimize impact on the baby while keeping her mentally and physically healthy.
@@nihil8436 Better than not taking them.
@@tikitorchgamin1842 not necessarily. It has been shown animal studies that lowered dopamine equates to lesser postnatal care and diminished ability to protect oneself from danger.
I have schizoaffective disorder and have three children. I am so excited to see you go through this journey! You are super precious!!!
Well I'm 19 weeks pregnant with a baby girl and im schizophrenic. It was great to see this.
Congratulations!
Congratulations!!
I haven’t commented on your videos before but I just want to say that I’ve learned so much from your content. I am a health care professional and I feel like I have so much more knowledge and understanding about people who live with schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder.
Best of luck to you and your family!
Health care professional should come here and should comment here
My mom had schizophrenia and three children. She was great! My grandmother and sister may also have schizophrenia and they’re doing lovey too.
There is meaning in every life. Who is anyone to say what a meaningful life is?
Amen. Louder for the people in the back 👏 🙌
@@linyenchin6773 perhaps I can help clarify. If she means: there is some meaning to every life, then who is to say that perhaps minimal amount is not enough to value?
In context of the video, the pregnancy of the child is valuable to the mother and father. Therefore it’s no one else’s business.
You're going to be a good mother. You seem very understanding, honest and nice person.
Please could you do a video about how you’re coping with pregnancy whilst being on medication? Did they have to lower the dose or change it? Thanks so much for these videos, it gives me hope to have my own children one day.
I would really appreciate a video like this
I have schizoaffective disorder as well and I am a mother of a one-year-old boy. The sleep thing is hard at first, but you both seem like really strong people and I think you will be great parents. I feel like having this illness has made me like you say, a very compassionate person and it really is upsetting to me that people think you cannot be a good mom with the illness. It has its challenges, but every parent has them I'm sure. Welcome to the boy mom club BTW!
You have as much (right) as anyone else to give birth to your biological child, parent that child, love and care for that child. God bless you and your family.
you're going to be an amazing mom! you are very self aware and understand that asking for help is a life saver. When I had my daughter 14 years ago I was very stubborn and wanted to do it all, lookin back now, I wish I wasnt like that. You're doing great already and hes not even here yet! Congrats to you and your beautiful family
I’m a pregnant mom with schizophrenia and I’m actually proud. I’m different but doesn’t make me a bad parent or person. My fiancé loves me and my daughter loves me as I am. I do have sever fear that I’m not good enough parent or fiancé but I don’t let that stop me from what I need to do for my family. I am blessed and happy.
Intelligent, inciteful, eloquent and honest as always. Much love and best wishes to your whole family! Xx
Oh darling... I just want to hug you, your such a dear person and will be the best mother for this baby. My daughter married a man whose dad is schizophrenic and who also had many kids. Not one of the kids have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, but if your baby is one day diagnosed with it he is lucky to have you as his Mother❤
Where there is love, there is allways a way.
Wishing you all the best.
This is beautiful. Best wishes to you and your family.
Wish you all the best.
Surround yourself with people that are there for you and speak about your condition.
I lived with a mum with bipolar disorder and she never got to face the stigma of society about mental illness. We lived hiding it and now that she is not here
i see how important is to fight stigma in order to help people with mental illness get the empathy and acceptance they deserve.
Ever seen criminal minds? I think they usually say that the criminals are mentally insane somehow....
There's a first time for everything. It's cliché, I know, but it applies to motherhood. I hope you continue to open up about motherhood while dealing with schizophrenia. I wouldn't know much about it, but watching these videos has given me more insight behind those challenging times. This is a beautiful video, for sure. Lauren and Rob, you're going be amazing once your baby boy enters this planet. Congrats again to you. Create, love, liberate! ✌🏾💗
I’m so happy for you and your family! How exciting to look forward to the birth of your baby. My grandma had schizophrenia and I am so blessed she had 6 children, one being my father, as well as 5 beloved aunts and uncles. My Dad and I wouldn’t be here if she didn’t have children and we wouldn’t get to experience all the joys of life! I haven’t had schizophrenia but I have my troubles. Just like for you, my children can bring challenges, but they bring so much joy to life! And there is an abundance of meaning in all of our lives. Congratulations on this exciting journey you are on, and May you be blessed. 🙏💗😊
With someone as empathetic and caring as you guys as parents this little bundle is going to have so much love and such a beautiful life. You’ve got this ❤️
There are no perfect parents. Showing your son how to get through things and still come out the other side with dignity and grace and most of all love and joy is the most important things you can teach your son. You will be amazing parents.
Oh wow im so happy for you, and I just wanted to say that I am scyzo effective also and I'm hopeing to have a family someday like you. #liveing with scyzophrena
Same here🙋🏻♀️🤱🏻
This was absolutely beautiful. Thank you for all the work you do. I am so excited for both of you!
God bless you and your son 🤍you’ve been a role model to so many on this channel, and you’ll be a role model to your son as well.
You are going to do a great job! You manage it well, you are an advocate and have helped thousands of people. Thank you for all you do and your transparency.. Take one day at a time and if you ask, you will get plenty of suggestions, tips and tricks how to navigate the journey of mothering a newborn!
I have been watching your channel since the beginning, and as someone diagnosed with bipolar disorder I had the same fears and that literally consumed me emotionally during my pregnancy. Yes, the lack of sleep can be hard, but you have such a supportive group of individuals around you, I am sure you will do amazing. Know when to ask for help, and remind yourself that this baby chose YOU of billions of people to be their mom. I sure know my little one chose me as well, and that makes the world of a difference to me. Congratulations!
I am new to your channel but you will be a great mom. You are such a warm, loving and caring person and thank you for all you are doing for raising awareness about schizophrenia and helping to combat the stigma of schizophrenia
This is so Beautiful! Your humble honesty is so fantastic and such a gift you will give to your son! And just having this video is a wonderful,present for him (and the rest of us). I am sorry you and Rob have been criticized for choosing to have children; I agree that a schizophrenic life is still a worthy and valuable life- and it is not a foregone conclusion that your son will have it. You have so many gifts to offer as a mother! As one who is Bipolar, I appreciate your concern about sleep. I am sure they are expensive, but you could, if need be, look into night nanny’s/nurses. My nephew has his 1st child at age 50, and having a night nurse 3 nights a week for the first 8 weeks made a huge difference for him. Baby is now 7 months, no more night support but family is doing well. Thanks for sharing...you bring happiness to my heart.
He's very blessed to have you. You've helped so many people, including my daughter, find their voice and know they are ok. God bless you both.
I pray and hope all goes well. Love will always win 🙏
Your son is very lucky to have such a strong and compassionate mother. You are going to be amazing with him, I’m certain. You are such a good mom to your other kids! I’m excited for you to welcome this new edition into your family. I pray you have a healthy birth and enjoy this next adventure in life!! ♥️
I started following you because I am a med student and I want to learn more about mental health (I also have anxiety disorder), I have learned so much from you and I think you are a really strong person ❤️
As someone who has been watching your videos for years, it is absolutely beautiful seeing how far you’ve come and how you’ve flourished. Your baby boy has a wonderful mother to look up to.
Rob asks the questions with such love in his voice. What a good guy he is.❤
You're so beautiful, inside and out. Best wishes for you, Rob and your family 💜
You're going to be a great momma 🥰
Beautiful video, your both full of love and positivity, your son will have a wonderful home 💛🇮🇪
Awee congratulations.🥺😍 May you and your baby become well and whole.💙
Thank you so much for opening up and sharing. You've changed my life
This video is very touching. I think all future parents should consider and prepare to have a baby with a disability. The fact that you are both considering that possibility and accepting that possibility now is such a strength in my opinion. The life experience you have gives you a greater capacity for understanding and kindness.
You are having a baby. I am so happy for you guys. Congratulations. 🥰🥰🥲🥲. That is wonderful news!
Sweetheart I am so thankful you are on this planet.. you deserve to be a mom as much as anyone. ❤
So meaningful!!! Thank you for inspiring those with mental illness!!! It helps to know that though you may have a brain disorder, but you are not afraid to fight the stigma and darkness around it!!! It makes Your inherent 🙏🕯🕊❤️ light that much more bright and inclusive for the world! God and Goddess bless you and your family always!!! Sending light and love to your family and the new bundle of joy-to-be!!! 🥰
There is no one better to be as understanding a comforting than a mother and if you and your son do share this illness it has to be easier for your child to have someone to talk to that truly understands ❤
You are a light in this world. You are so worthy and so loved and will be a remarkable mother.
Sweetie, you're way ahead of most new moms. Much love and many blessings to you.
You are so beautiful. I don’t just mean your physical self. I mean as a whole. Truly such a genuine and beautiful person walking this earth. Never forget it. I’m proud of you.
This video was so beautiful. I'm so excited for your family and can't wait to hear all about your new adventures.
You truly live a beautiful and blessed life, even when dealing with schizophrenia.you tend show your best colors thank you for your strength.
you are going to be such a wonderful mother. your son will forever be blessed to have someone as compassionate and empathetic as you are.
You are an incredible, strong, brave and kind person. You will be the most amazing mum ❤️
The fact that you see life’s challenges as opportunities for growth reveals how really healthy you are! You’re going to be a wonderful mother!
This was so beautiful. Thank you for sharing such personal and intimate thoughts and feelings. I'm so excited for your whole family!
I found your channel in the midst of fear over a year ago. My biological father has Schizophrenia. I was absolutely terrified of the idea of possibly developing the disorder in my future. As I get older the possibility of it happening decreases. Yet that doesn’t change that I had thought it was the worst thing that could ever happen. Finding your channel made me realize that even if that is my future it’s not the end. That I can still live a life I can be proud of. So thank you
When ever you will have a hard time remember your own words, cause this is amazing!
Ow, and when you're holding your belly, that was soo cute and warm, reminds me of how peaceful and harmonic is the pregnancy.😄💖💟🌹
Hi Lauren, sending love and blessings to you and your family. I love how vulnerable you are in your work, to me you feel very authentic and really own your life accepting your mental illness in your way and taking responsibility for yourself.
Both my parents have schizofrenia. I don’t. They weren’t able to take care of me or themselves and they cope with addictions. Life hasn’t always been easy for me. But despite that, for where I am now ;), I love my live, I love my parents for birthing me on this planet and giving me the opportunity to experience this life🙏🏾😘 seeing you and your husband, pregnant, holding your baby, being so vulnerable and real brings me to tears. Lucky Theodore for having such amazing parents🙏🏾✨🤟🏽
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This vlog is beautiful! My mother had schizophrenia and that was at a time when there was less refined medication. I loved her very, very, very much. She was the sweetest person ever - but as a child growing up and a teen nobody talked to us about anything although we spent most of the time with our mom because my father was working all day. Medication was less refined. Everything related to treatment was scary for me. Your videos take the stigma off the disease.
I am so excited to watch you grow as a mother. I am confident this little guy will be well loved and cared for!!!
You will be an awesome mom; you have your support lined up; i wish you great success
How beautiful! So happy for you! I feel so much love coming from you, somehow I'm not the least bit worried.
I am greatful to you for documenting your journey. I am at the point of trying to accept that I won't have children because of this illness. I am too scared of all the things you discuss, especially not having enough time to sleep and relax and triggering another episode. Also I don't have a partner right now. I think it depends a lot on how strong, supportive and understanding the relationship is. It seems to me that you two are well prepared and I wish you all the luck!
This was beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
You will rise to the blessings & challenges of motherhood. You will love this little person perfectly as only you can do - because you are their mother.
You're a beautiful person inside and out. Your baby is lucky to have you.
This is great and wonderful and all the rest.... congratulations to all of you!
You are already being such a great mom. You are already doing it! :)
Congratulations to both of you! 🥳💕
God bless you and your child and don't worry everything will be perfect and amazing ❤❤lots of love ❤❤
May the Lord bless you and keep you may he shine his contanance upon you and protect you. Amen.
Could you do a vid discussing the challenges of medications during pregnancy? Like what your doc did to balance the needs of the pregnancy & of the illness etc
I’ve been waiting for this video! I love you guys, and congrats Lauren&Rob on the pregnancy !
You two will be wonderful parents and your baby will be blessed 💗
Lauren I have schizophrenia,the voices with me are no dominant like before,but 😭 am happy for you that why am crying,schizophrenia it a road of struggle before understanding it,thanks for this video Lauren
You're a great person and I feel your love
This is a beautiful video. Thanks so much for sharing. Wishing you a healthy delivery :)
What an absolutely beautiful video. I'm so happy for you and your family.✨🥰
this video was so beautifully shot and insightful. your son will love this video in the future. motherhood suits you :)
This is great. My son's father is schizophrenic and I'm not with him because he is getting help. But this is amazing how much people think that people with schizophrenia are incapable to be a parent. It's a challenge yes. But it's possible. Unfortunately the healthcare system isn't built for my sons father who cannot help himself. I wish nothing but the best for my sons father. He's the best human ever and has a soft side. He's only seen my son 2 times when he was a baby.hands down he loved his son and was so gentle with him. Now my son is 5 and it's emotional to explain my son about his dad. He's been abusive at the time when I was with him but we were super young to have a baby. Stress he was going through he couldn't cope with it all.hope he's good now not sure what my son's father is up to but I hope he's gotten help.
Anyways I love how much thought u put in to this.wishing u best of luck. God bless💕💖
This was very sweet. Thank you for creating this and sharing it.
I think you'll be a great mom because you want your child and you already love him, that's what is really important right now as it's the best start anyone could have :)
You are so sweet. I wish the best for u and your baby❤❤
you're going to be a great mom. you are awesome. so inspirational
First of all you have the best skin ever. Haha! I think it’s only natural to question whether or not you will be an adequate mother regardless if you have schizophrenia or not. At the end of the day I just found that those are only fears and it has no baring on today. Motherhood is challenging for everyone but I know that you will be a loving and nurturing mother. The biggest advice I have is to ask for help when you need it, lack of sleep was the hardest part for me and I didn’t want to ask for help because of my pride! Now as we are about to have number 2 I see that it was silly of me! If you have a wonderful support network lean on the people you trust. ❤️
you will be a wonderful mother!!!
Your son will be the true definition of why you were born, this is a beginning of a new wonderful chapter of your life, take it easy snd enjoy 💕💓
Everything will work out..Its hard to begin with. We all have ups and downs.Knowing theres help out there will create wellbeing.Reach out .
Aww Congratulations and all my best wishes to you and your partner Lauren !
this is amazing!! congratulations!! such a beautiful family i picture for you two 🤍
🥲 I’m so happy for you and I don’t even know you. You’re going to be an amazing mother.
Lovely message💛🙏👏💛
Beautiful! ❤️
I’ve recently found your channel and I have been watching old videos and really find them informative. I am in medical school, and I am interesting in psychiatry. In some of your videos, you mentioned how important it is for mental health crisis professionals to come instead of police to better attend to your needs. Can you make a video giving examples of what these trained professionals say or do to help in a psychotic episode? I think this information would be helpful if we were to ever come across a person in a mental health crisis. Thank you for your willingness to be vulnerable and share your story!
You are glowing!
Congratulations to both of you!
You’re eyes are beautiful... not only because of the way they look... but because i can see into your soul... and it’s absolutely beautiful.... i have seen many of your videos... and this one has shown the beauty in every human life.... people try to demonetize mental illness,,, however, nobody is perfect, and nobody should ever think they should be afraid of having children... I have a friend... and i say that loosely... i should say a person i work with... and i heard her say to another coworker of mine who was living with her past addiction (she had already seemed help and changed her life) that she thinks there should be a criminal charge for people who have children with a”severe” mental illness.... that it should be illegal.... however this woman who said it, is a woman who sends her kids to school when they are sick because if they miss a day goth yet wont get perfect attendance, and if they dont get perfect attendance everyday of their entire school history then they wont get a scholarship for college.... she is also the type of person that is a softball coach, and run bases herself at practices with these children, knocking them over because they were in the way..... and then saying... they wont do that again.... anyway i digress... back to what i was originally saying... people in this world are so judgmental its not even funny... i can guarantee your child will be happier then her children will be.... My point is.... people stigmatize mental illness with bad parenting..... however the normalist (yes i know that is not a word, befor anyone comes at me) of people, can sometimes be that worst/hardest parents to have.... you are beautiful... you are amazing... and i thank you for showing what schizophrenia can look like... because its not the same for everyone... and you give hope to people who are struggling with their recent diagnosis.....
This is inspiring. I’m glad I saw this. This is my future as well
Fantastic videos. Best of luck
My mother has schizophrenia and I do not, and I would hate if anyone told her she shouldn't have had me! I am very happy to be alive.