In this episode of "Real Parenting Stories," warm and friendly guest Hannah shares her postpartum journey, mental health struggles, and the importance of seeking support, inspiring listeners to prioritize their mental well-being.
With her contagious laugh and genuine personality, Hannah is here to share her experiences as a parent and the challenges she has faced with her own mental health. Her inspiring journey is focused on encouraging others to seek support for their mental health during the postpartum period. Here are the key takeaways from our conversation:
▶︎ Hannah's Postpartum Journey with the emotional challenges, handling multiple responsibilities, and hormonal shifts she experienced during her postpartum journey.
▶︎ Her struggles with mental health, including the impact of a traumatic delivery.
▶︎ Hannah emphasizes the importance of seeking therapy and having a support system to navigate the complexities of parenting.
▶︎ Her journey of realizing something was wrong and taking proactive steps to address it, including seeking help from her doctor and starting therapy.
▶︎ The societal expectations she faced with breastfeeding and societal expectations during the postpartum period.
▶︎ Encouraging parents to embrace the uniqueness of their own parenting journey and not compare themselves to others.
▶︎ The importance of accessing information and support during the postpartum period, including the benefits of a postpartum doula.
▶︎ Her personal struggle with managing work responsibilities while going through postpartum challenges.
▶︎ The positive impact of counseling and medication on her mental health, encouraging others not to fear seeking help.
▶︎ The importance of self-care through practices like deep breathing, meditation, and tapping. She recommends resources such as the Tapping Solution app.
▶︎ Her advocation for seeking counseling, sharing struggles openly, and avoiding mom shaming. She highlights the importance of finding supportive communities and utilizing convenient options for healing.
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