In this episode of Mental Matters, host Asekho Toto sits down with Kelly Siebold for an honest conversation about the realities of postpartum depression and anxiety. Kelly opens her heart about what it felt like to step into motherhood and be hit with emotions and struggles she never expected. She explains the difference between the short-lived “baby blues” and the deeper, heavier weight of postpartum depression, which can appear anytime in the first year after birth.

Together, Asekho and Kelly explore how sleep deprivation can unravel even the strongest of us, how stigma keeps too many mothers silent, and why asking a mom how she’s doing is just as important as asking about the baby. Kelly also shares how she found moments of strength in therapy, support from her community, and even small daily acts of self-care that helped her rebuild her sense of self.

From her own journey, Kelly created Thrive Postpartum, a community that offers mothers a safe space, education, and support groups led by professionals who truly understand. Her message is simple but powerful: you are not alone, you are not a bad mom, and with the right support, it really does get better.

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