The Postpartum Appraisal

The Postpartum Appraisal delves into the dark themes of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid,' exploring the severe family dysfunction, manipulation, and Disney-fication. It examines King Triton's parenting as a domestic police state and the technical craft of the film's animation. The discussion contrasts the original fairy tale with Disney's adaptation, highlighting the cautionary nature of the original...

!!!! CONTENT WARNING !!!! This episode explores the heavy themes of drug addiction, depression, and mental health struggles. If you or someone else you know is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction and you'd like to get help, please contact one of these hotlines. I know a hotline is a shot in the dark, but even a tiny step is a step. SAMSA 1-800-662-HELP (You can also text 988) This movie is a...

Welcome to this week’s breakdown. We just finished stripping back the layers of Toy Story , and it turns out, it’s not the whimsical buddy comedy you were sold as a kid. It’s a beautifully malicious engineering marvel designed to simulate the raw panic of systemic parental obsolescence. We aren't Andy anymore; we’re the toys. We’re all just Woodys, holding onto our hats and running 24/7 background...

Watching The Babadook through the lens of postpartum anxiety, I realize, it’s not just about a spooky story. It’s about how our brains become a battleground where intrusive thoughts cling like parasites, especially when motherhood pushes the limits of survival. That red pop-up book? It’s not just a creepy prop, it’s maternal intrusive thoughts personified, taping themselves back together every nig...

In Episode 0 of The Postpartum Appraisal , host Perci—a former paramedic and theater nerd—introduces listeners to her new "operating system" as a parent. After having a child, Perci describes how her perspective on everyday objects shifted from rational to hyper-vigilant.