Episode 76: Handling Anxiety in Motherhood—with Courtney Devich

I have to be honest with you. This month is just giving me all the excuses to lay awake at night and worry about my kids. I have one that is headed into middle school and it’s just so easy to spiral into worrying about his friend group, how he is going to manage academically, and what kinds of influences might drag him down this year. Not to mention we have a daughter who is moving away to college for the first time.

I think we would all agree that parenthood brings one worry after another. But how do we tell when our worry is something more? How do we recognize when we have a mental health issue with anxiety? And if we do, how do we cope as moms and dads? How does it affect our faith in God?

To help us answer these questions is my guest, Courtney Devich. Courtney is a former human resources professional who is using her leadership skills to manage her three kids as a stay-at-home mom. She has authored a new book called Mama’s Got Anxiety: But It’s Not Going to Steal Her Joy. In this book, Courtney shares her story and so much insight to encourage moms who struggle with anxiety or depression.

Courtney shares with us:

• The difference between “mom worry” and anxiety
• If anxiety should be considered a faith issue
• How to help your kids understand anxiety in age-appropriate ways
• And more!

We hope this conversation helps you navigate worries and stressors in your everyday life!

Show Notes: https://growinghometogether.com/courtney-devich-76/