3 chapters across the catalog
Miriam Carey Shooting, Capitol Hill Security Incident
An investigation into the shooting of Miriam Carey near the U.S. Capitol reveals she suffered from postpartum depression and delusions. Reports detail a high-speed chase from the White House to the Capitol, ending with police firing 17 shots at her vehicle while her one-year-old child was inside.
Postpartum Depression, Government Child Custody
The Washington Post reported on a mother in Prince George's County who faced a government investigation after expressing disappointment over her newborn's gender while medicated post-cesarean. The hosts argue this incident reflects a trend of state interference in parental rights and the medicalization of motherhood. They suggest such stories serve to condition the public to accept mandatory psychiatric screenings for parents.
Postpartum Depression Act and Government Overreach
The Melanie Blocker Stokes Mom's Opportunity to Access Health Education Research and Support for Postpartum Depression Act is criticized as a potential vehicle for government overreach. The hosts argue the bill's broad definitions could lead to mandatory mental health screenings for pregnant women and increased state intervention in child-rearing.
