ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Postpartum can be an overwhelming time. It’s a transition that involves keeping another human being alive while also recovering mentally, emotionally, and physically yourself. It’s a big deal and yet, because it’s a “natural” part of life, people act like moms are just supposed to figure it out with barely any support or guidance.
Today, there are a lot more resources for moms than when I had my first baby almost 10 years ago, but—based on the conversations I’m having with moms–it still seems like we’re sending moms “out to sea” with a new baby and not much support.
In this episode, I’m sharing my best tips and free resources for new moms to help you have a healthy postpartum experience that puts your mental health and well-being at the forefront. These tips come from my personal experience as a mom myself, and also from my work in maternal mental health policy advocacy and public health education.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Components of Mental Health and Wellbeing for Parents –
A free, research-based fact sheet created to help parents understand the key factors of mental health during pregnancy and postpartum. Designed with public health and maternal mental health professionals to provide actionable guidance for families.
https://www.mmhla.org/fact-sheet-components-of-mental-health-and-wellness-for-parents
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only) –
Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262).
A free, confidential 24/7 hotline staffed by counselors trained in maternal mental health. Available in English, Spanish, and over 60 other languages. Offers immediate emotional support and connects parents to therapy and crisis resources if needed.
https://mchb.hrsa.gov/programs-impact/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline
Postpartum Support International (PSI) –
Call: 1-800-944-4773
Offers free online and in-person support groups for a wide range of conditions and experiences, including postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, birth trauma, and partner support. Also helps connect parents to therapists trained in perinatal mental health
Plan Your Paid Leave
Resource #1: The Mamattorney
https://www.themamattorney.com/
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Resource #2: Google
Search: “Employee paid leave rights in [your city, state]” to start your search.
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ABOUT MIA
I'm Mia—wife, mom of 2, abuse survivor, and trauma-informed self-care coach. I also live with diagnosed PTSD and depression. I’ve been healing out loud since 2017 to make this whole trauma recovery thing less lonely, and along the way, I've met and supported so many incredible women who want to make their well-being a priority. If this sounds good to you—welcome! Putting yourself last ends here.
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