Entering Motherhood: Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Support
Kids & Family:Parenting
111. Hidden Struggles Surrounding Maternal Mental Health With Sasha Nicole
In this episode we talk with Sasha Nicole about her mental struggles and the thoughts she was having in the postpartum period, how she overcame those feelings of guilt and shame, and how she now is an advocate for maternal mental health and sharing our stories with others.
We specifically go into the judgement circling mental health and the downfall of telling mothers they need to just get through it. We have generations before us and friendships with others who have struggled or are still struggling which leaves no-one around to help lift them up and allow them to feel safe and validated.
When we are in the healing process, you don’t have to drop that shame and guilt right away or even talk about it. It will come with time and needs to be when you’re at a point of reflection with yourself. People like Sasha are here to show that it’s possible to push through and be an example of continuing to persevere.
Very rarely are we able to share in real time what’s truly happening, it’s typically after the point of coming out the other side that we are able to look back and acknowledge how far we’ve come. It is then that we typically see our strength but I encourage you to try and remain present and see your strength in the moment.
It can be hard to make sure you are able to prioritize yourself in those early months and is definitely easier said than done when you’re still in that state of survival but we can start imagining a time when we care for ourselves fully again and start planning and taking action towards that version of ourselves even if we mental can not get to that point yet.
Good things take time, remember you are in a season of rest and true growth. Become more aware of your thoughts, listen to this conversation, and see what comes up for you in this stage of life.
Connect more with Sasha Nicole:
Instagram:
therealsashanicole
partumevolution
Website:
fearlessnfluence.com
partumevolution.org
Episodes discussing mental health to look back on:
Episode 20 - Sarah Weeger
Episode 59 - Zahra Kara
Episode 76 - Jane Shomof
Episode 98 - Christie Rocha
Episode 105 - Mindy Keegan
Connect more with The Entering Motherhood Podcast:
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Email: enteringmotherhood@gmail.com
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Postpartum University (Postpartum Nutrition Plan and Certification)
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170. The Most Effective Strategies for Navigating Toddler Sleep When Welcoming a New Baby with Maisie Ruttan
169. Capturing Your Pregnancy, Birth, and Your Baby's First Days
168. Co-creating a Harmonious Parenting Environment with Mikki Gardner
167. The Impact of Having Postpartum Doula Support as Part of Your Plan
166. Diapers, Deadlines, and Drama: Navigating Motherhood and a Career with Kate Walker
165. Is a Doula Right for Your Birth?
164. Building Confidence as a Stepmom with Alicia Krasko
163. The Power of Personalized Support in Motherhood
162. A Stay-at-Home Mom Chasing Personal Passions with Danielle LaShawn
161. How to Holistically Prepare for Childbirth from a Doula
160. Understanding the 5 Anxiety Styles in Motherhood with Amber Trueblood
159. Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones
158. Becoming You: Unveiling Life’s Secrets and Transformations
157. Gentle Chiropractic Care for a Smoother Pregnancy and Beyond Insights from Dr. Kristin Marlowe
156. Intuitive Tear-Free Sleep Solutions Insights from Meredith Brough
155. Transforming Negative Self-Talk Through the Use of Affirmations Insights from Denise Arnoudse
154. How to Embrace Change and Cultivate Calm Insights from Jenna Hermans
153. [BONUS] Local Mama Nutrition Workshop with Carly Elliott
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