Maternal Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention

FOZA Inc
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www.FOZAInc.org - Friends of Zayne Adams is a 501c3 nonprofit. FOZA is working to help stop the suicides, the stigma, the silence, and the suffering associated with Postpartum Depression and related maternal fatalities. We offer an educational scholarship for the children who are left behind. We research resources according to zip codes to support postpartum moms and and we welcome our moms and birthing people, medical care providers, doula’s, therapists, counselors, and all advocates of MMH. To become a guest speaker, please visit https://www.fozainc.org/podcast-speakers.html

  1. FEB 17

    Epi-53-International Boost Self-Esteem Month

    Welcome to Episode 53, dedicated to maternal mental wellness. Today's Podcast is titled: International Boost Self-Esteem Month: "Develop Confidence Without Self-Absorption." At FOZA, we view self-esteem as foundational—not performative. It grows through understanding, support, and community, not comparison or perfection. If you are having trouble finding support in your area, visit this link, and we'll search within your zip code for resources that meet your needs. ​ Highlights Of This Episode: Defining Self-Esteem  Shift from Over-Giving to Healthy Giving Shift from Over-Explaining to Explaining Shift from Over-Apologizing to Apologizing Using Self-Esteem as Stability ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- What you can do to show your support: SPONSOR a Podcast SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Podcast Channel and Get Involved SHARE a story of success on the FOZA Podcast Become a Guest Speaker DONATE to FOZA ----------------------------------------------------

    30 min

  2. JAN 13

    Epi 52-Maternal Health Is Family Health

    #FOZA4PPDAwareness - NEW FOZA PODCAST - https://www.fozainc.org/podcasts Welcome to Episode 52, dedicated to maternal mental wellness. Today's Podcast is titled: " Maternal Health Is Family Health." We’ve created a network to build relationships, to support birthing people, to bring awareness to Postpartum Depression, to prevent maternal suicides, to support the children who are left behind, to always keep in mind that we cannot know exactly what burdens another person is bearing, but we can show kindness and compassion to everyone and ….most importantly, to learn to be active listeners. What you can do to show your support: • SPONSOR a Podcast • SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Podcast Channel and Get Involved. • SHARE a story of success on the FOZA Podcast. • Become a Guest Speaker • DONATE to FOZA ------------------------------------- #PostpartumDepression, #PMAD #MaternalSuicidePrevention, #501c3Nonprofit, #AccessToBetterMMH #MaternalEducationalResources, #ChildrenofLossScholarship #MaternalMentalWellnessAdvocacy #CommunityResourcesforNewMoms #BirthingPeopleSupport #PPDAwarenessCampaigns #MaternalMentalIllnessEducation #NurturingFamilies, #PostpartumSupport #CrisisInterventionforMoms #GriefSupport #HolisticMaternalCare #MaternalEmotionalWellBeing

    17 min

  3. 12/16/2025

    Epi-51- A Year of Awareness: Honoring the Work, Renewing the Call

    #FOZA4PPDAwareness - NEW FOZA PODCAST - https://www.fozainc.org/podcasts Welcome FOZA family, friends, and faithful supporters. This is Episode 51 of the FOZA Podcast for Maternal Mental Wellness. Before anything else, I want to say—thank you, thank you, thank you! Thank you for listening, for sharing, for caring, and for helping us shine a steady light on postpartum depression awareness, maternal suicide prevention, and support for the children who are left behind. Every click, every share, every comment, every minute spent with us this year has helped our mission reach further. And I want you to know—it matters. You matter. As we enter a new year, FOZA will continue to advocate, educate, and connect families with resources. We ask for your continued support and partnership in spreading awareness and compassion.

    19 min

  4. 11/20/2025

    Episode 50 – Finding Balance in the Giving Season

    #FOZA4PPDAwareness - NEW FOZA PODCAST - https://www.fozainc.org/podcasts Welcome to Episode 50, dedicated to maternal mental wellness. Today's Podcast is titled: "The Giving Season: Finding Balance in Gratitude." It is in the spirit of gratitude that we bring you this episode all about the giving season. Because we know that holidays can be wonderful and yet challenging — especially for mothers, fathers, families, and anyone coping with a new baby or the loss of a loved one. Highlights: • Bringing warmth, reflection, and inclusivity into your life and holidays. • Recognizing that gratitude doesn’t erase pain; but that it coexists with real emotions. • Focusing on balanced emotional wellness — being thankful, even for small things, while honoring one’s true feelings. ------------------------------------- The FOZA Educational Scholarship — Is now Accepting Applicants for 2025–2026! Our annual scholarship is now open, and we’re seeking a recipient. If you are, or if you know, a student who has lost their mother to postpartum depression-related suicide and is on the path to college or trade school, this scholarship was created to support the journey. Learn more and apply today at FOZAInc.org/scholarships Together, we honor their mothers’ memories while building brighter futures. ------------------------------------ Please show your support for FOZA INVITE a business to sponsor a Podcast SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Podcast Channel and Get Involved. SHARE a story of success on the FOZA Podcast. DONATE to FOZA -------------------------------------------------------------------

    23 min

  5. 10/14/2025

    Men, Emotions, and Maternal Mental Health.

    Welcome to Episode 49, dedicated to maternal mental wellness. Today's Podcast is titled: "Quiet Strength: Men, Emotions, and Maternal Mental Health." Men’s emotions often go unnoticed, but their mental health has a direct impact on maternal wellness., for the moms, for the family, and for the community the impact can be influential. In this episode, we’ll highlight some facts related to Men and MMH: The pressure to “stay strong” The feeling of loneliness Loving quietly, and hurting silently The power of compliments The healing of crying ------------------------------------- The FOZA Educational Scholarship — Is now Accepting Applicants for 2025–2026! Our annual scholarship is open, and we’re searching for a recipient. If you are, or if you know, a student who has lost their mother to postpartum depression-related suicide and is on the path to college or trade school, this scholarship was created to support the journey.   Learn more and apply today at FOZAInc.org/scholarships Together, we honor their mothers’ memories while building brighter futures.   ------------------------------------ Please show your support for FOZA INVITE a business to sponsor a Podcast SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Podcast Channel and Get Involved. SHARE a story of success on the FOZA Podcast. DONATE to FOZA -------------------------------- ​#QuietStrengthMMH ​#QuietStrengthMMH, #PostpartumDepression, #PMAD #MaternalSuicidePrevention, #501c3Nonprofit, #AccessToBetterMMH #MaternalEducationalResources, #ChildrenofLossScholarship #MaternalMentalWellnessAdvocacy #CommunityResourcesforNewMoms #BirthingPeopleSupport #PPDAwarenessCampaigns #MaternalMentalIllnessEducation #NurturingFamilies, #PostpartumSupport #CrisisInterventionforMoms #GriefSupport #HolisticMaternalCare #MaternalEmotionalWellBeing #GivingGrid

    22 min

  6. 09/09/2025

    Advocating for Better Access to Maternal Mental Health Services

    Welcome, Family, Friends, and Fans, to episode 48 of the FOZA Podcast, dedicated to maternal mental wellness. We are bringing you information that we hope will help stop the stigma, the silence, the suicides, and the suffering ​that can accompany postpartum depression. Thank you for your support and for the constant growth of our podcast. Please continue to tune in, subscribe, share, and spread awareness. In today's Podcast, "Empowering Mothers - Advocating for Better Access to Maternal Mental Health Services," we focus on outlining a plan to access better Maternal Mental Health Care. ----------------------------- Highlights include: Why Better Access Matters  Some of the Barriers to Gaining Access Actions Moms Can Take for Better Access Actions the Community Can Take to Ensure Better Access Visit our website for a special downloadable resource (fozainc.org/blog) that we hope you will use or share within your network. ------------------------------ Here are a few ways you can show your support, THANK YOU!: Invite a business to sponsor a Podcast to continue supporting our maternal mental health initiatives. Please Subscribe to our YouTube Podcast Channel and Get Involved. If you have a story of success, share it on the FOZA Podcast with others who may benefit. Donate to FOZA -------------------------------- ​#FOZA4PPDAwareness, #PostpartumDepression, #PMAD #MaternalSuicidePrevention, #501c3Nonprofit, #AccessToBetterMMH #MaternalEducationalResources, #ChildrenofLossScholarship #MaternalMentalWellnessAdvocacy #CommunityResourcesforNewMoms #BirthingPeopleSupport #PPDAwarenessCampaigns #MaternalMentalIllnessEducation #NurturingFamilies, #PostpartumSupport #CrisisInterventionforMoms #GriefSupport #HolisticMaternalCare #MaternalEmotionalWellBeing #GivingGrid

    23 min

  7. 08/12/2025

    Epi 47 - The Impact of MMH on Family Dynamics

    Welcome, Family, Friends, and Fans, to episode 47 of the FOZA Podcast, dedicated to maternal mental wellness. We are bringing you information that we hope will help stop the stigma, the silence, the suicides, and the suffering ​that can accompany postpartum depression.  Today, the conversation focuses on the impact of Maternal Mental Health on Family Dynamics. We often think of postpartum depression or anxiety as something that affects just the mom, but the truth is—it can ripple through the entire family. And some of those ripples and who they flow over may surprise you. -------------------------------------------------------------------- Highlights in this episode: How PPD Can Affect Bonding with Your Baby How Partners Can Be Impacted Helping Older Children Accept the New Baby Setting New Baby Boundaries with Extended Family Lots of extra details are in FOZA Blog: www.FOZAInc.org/blog -------------------------------------------------------------------- Here are a few ways you can show your support: Invite a business to sponsor a podcast to continue supporting our maternal mental health initiatives. Please Subscribe to our YouTube Podcast Channel and Get Involved. If you have a story of success, share it on the FOZA Podcast with others who may benefit. Donate to FOZA ------------------------------------------------------------------------- #FOZA4PPDAwareness, #PostpartumDepression, #PMAD #MaternalSuicidePrevention, #501c3Nonprofit, #MaternalEducationalResources, #ChildrenofLoss #MaternalMentalWellnessAdvocacy #CommunityResourcesforNewMoms #BirthingPeopleSupport #PPDAwarenessCampaigns #MaternalMentalIllnessEducation #NurturingFamilies, #PostpartumSupport #CrisisInterventionforMoms #GriefSupport #HolisticMaternalCare #MaternalEmotionalWellBeing #GivingGrid

    23 min

  8. 07/08/2025

    Epi - 46 – Dr. Alexandra J. Rogers - Intrusive Thoughts In Postpartum

    This episode is inspired by an article written by our guest speaker, Dr. Alexandra Rogers. It will resonate deeply because many of you have shared your experiences—especially feelings of fear, shame, or being dismissed when they open up about having intrusive or negative thoughts. Tune in for an informative chat with Dr. Rogers and benefit from her decades of experience as a registered clinical psychologist and published author.  ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Highlights In This Episode 1. Defining Intrusive Thoughts During Postpartum 2. The importance of Practicing Self-Compassion 3. Being Heard & Finding Support 4. The Dr.’s Most Recent Book Your Journey to Successful Parenting 5. One Vital Piece of Advice for New Moms 6. Staying In Touch --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ​THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT Invite a business to Sponsor a Podcast to continue supporting our maternal mental health initiatives. Please Subscribe to our YouTube Podcast Channel and Get Involved. If you have a story of success, share it on the FOZA Podcast with others who may benefit. Donate to FOZA  ---------------------------------------------------------------- #FOZA4PPDAwareness, #PostpartumDepression, #PMAD #MaternalSuicidePrevention, #501c3Nonprofit, #MaternalEducationalResources, #ChildrenofLoss #MaternalMentalWellnessAdvocacy #CommunityResourcesforNewMoms #BirthingPeopleSupport #PPDAwarenessCampaigns #MaternalMentalIllnessEducation #NurturingFamilies, #PostpartumSupport #CrisisInterventionforMoms #GriefSupport #HolisticMaternalCare #MaternalEmotionalWellBeing #GivingGrid

    26 min
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www.FOZAInc.org - Friends of Zayne Adams is a 501c3 nonprofit. FOZA is working to help stop the suicides, the stigma, the silence, and the suffering associated with Postpartum Depression and related maternal fatalities. We offer an educational scholarship for the children who are left behind. We research resources according to zip codes to support postpartum moms and and we welcome our moms and birthing people, medical care providers, doula’s, therapists, counselors, and all advocates of MMH. To become a guest speaker, please visit https://www.fozainc.org/podcast-speakers.html

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