Overcoming Postpartum Depression | Support, Hope, Advice, Biblical Encouragement, PPD, Newborn

Stephanie Hathaway - Podcast host, Speaker
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Are you feeling isolated, misunderstood and lacking positive support? Do you struggle to see a world without emotional and mental distress?  Are you overwhelmed, exhausted and feeling the pressure to act “normal?” Hi Mama, I’m so happy you’re here!  This podcast will provide hope, encouragement and practical solutions for everyday living so you can stop barely surviving, start fully thriving and get back to feeling like yourself faster!! Hi, I’m Stephanie.  A mom of 4, wife and Jesus lover.  I was almost defeated by postpartum depression after the births of my first two children.  I was flailing and afraid in therapy, burnt out by a support system that didn’t understand, and completely drowning in overwhelming daily tasks and emotions. I finally realized that if I wanted to survive, much less thrive, the next time had to be different. For my next two children, I created and then successfully implemented a plan that constantly reminded me that there was a light at the end of the tunnel, and eventually allowed me to overcome postpartum depression and fully thrive as a mom. If you are ready to find hope, knowledgeable support and practical steps to reign in the overwhelm that you can implement today, then this podcast is for you.  I promise you are not alone and that there IS hope! So take a second to close your eyes…take a deep breath in…exhale…and let’s take that first step together.  Here we go! 💛 You’re Not Alone — Support Is Here 💛 If you need help, please reach out to Postpartum Support International (PSI): 📞 Call or Text: 1-800-944-4773 (#1 English, #2 Español) 🌐 https://www.postpartum.net 🚨 If you are in immediate danger or feel like you might hurt yourself or someone else, please call 9-1-1 right away. You matter, and help is always available. 💛

  1. 1d ago

    41. Do You Hope for Healing for Your Mental Health Postpartum? This List Will Have You Feeling Better by Dinner

    Hi Mama, Do you desperately want to feel like yourself again postpartum—but have no idea where to even begin? Have you been searching for a way to heal your mental health after having a baby, but every option feels overwhelming and impossible to figure out? Are you looking for a few small, practical steps that could help you feel a little more supported and hopeful today? In this episode, we're talking about where to begin when you're hoping for postpartum mental health healing but feel completely lost. I share part of my own experience of wanting to feel better but having no idea what the next step should be. You'll learn five practical things you can do today to begin moving toward healing: tell someone the truth about how you're feeling, take one step toward professional support, care for your body, replace shame with compassion, and find one source of hope each day. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that you do not have to figure out your entire recovery plan today. You simply need to begin with one small step toward feeling better. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: Overcoming Postpartum Depression Podcast Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: Join the Free Postpartum Depression Support Group ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation.*** If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: Postpartum Support International You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. If you are in immediate danger or believe you may act on thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. You don't have to walk through this alone.

  2. 4d ago

    40. Wanting an FDA Approved Postpartum Depression Medication? Here's One Drug That Helped Me Immensely

    Hi Mama, Are you struggling with postpartum depression and wondering if medication could help—but feeling overwhelmed by all the options? Have you heard people talk about postpartum depression medication and wondered, “Is there actually something specifically designed for what I’m going through?” Are you looking for information that can help you have a more informed conversation with your healthcare provider about treatment options? In this episode, we're talking about Zulresso (Now Zuranalone), one medication specifically approved for postpartum depression. I share part of my own experience of searching for answers during a difficult season of postpartum depression and eventually becoming part of a medical trial involving this treatment. You'll learn why Zulresso (now Zulranalone) was developed specifically with postpartum depression in mind  and why medication is only one part of a larger healing journey. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that needing treatment does not mean you are weak, broken, or failing as a mother. You deserve to understand your options, ask questions, and receive the support you need. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: Overcoming Postpartum Depression Podcast Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: Join the Free Postpartum Depression Support Group ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation.*** If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: Postpartum Support International You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, or feel you may not be able to keep yourself or your baby safe, please call 911 or seek emergency medical care immediately. You don't have to walk through this alone.

  3. Sep 10

    39. Struggling With Postpartum Rage? 3 Tactics To Calm Your Next Outburst!

    Hi Mama, Have you found yourself snapping at your spouse, your older kids, or even your baby—and then immediately drowning in guilt afterward? Do you feel like postpartum has turned you into someone you barely recognize, leaving you wondering, “Why am I so angry all the time?” Are you looking for practical ways to slow down your next outburst and understand what may be happening beneath the surface? In this episode, we're talking about postpartum rage—something so many moms experience but so few people actually talk about. I share part of my own experience of feeling overwhelmed, reacting in anger, and then being consumed by guilt. You'll learn three practical tactics to help calm your next outburst: recognize your warning signs, press pause before the anger takes over, and address the deeper issues fueling your rage. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that postpartum rage does not mean you're a bad mom or that you don't love your children. Anger can be a signal that you're carrying too much and need support, and healing is possible. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: Overcoming Postpartum Depression Podcast Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: Join the Free Postpartum Depression Support Group ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation.*** If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: Postpartum Support International You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. If you are in immediate danger or believe you may act on thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. You don't have to walk through this alone.

  4. Sep 7

    38. Losing Hope Postpartum and Need a Lifeline? 3 Ways to Reach Out When All Seems Lost

    Hi Mama, Are you feeling so overwhelmed postpartum that hope feels impossibly far away? Have you started to wonder if things will ever get better—or if this is simply your new normal? Are you looking for practical ways to reach out for support when postpartum depression or anxiety has left you feeling like you're drowning? In this episode, we're talking about what to do when postpartum depression or anxiety has left you feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I share part of my own experience of feeling isolated and believing that I had to carry everything by myself. You'll learn three practical ways to reach out when all seems lost: tell one safe person the truth, reach out to a professional before you feel “bad enough,” and create an emergency support plan before you need it. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that you do not have to wait until things become unbearable to ask for help. You deserve support now, and taking one small step toward help can be the beginning of finding hope again. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: Overcoming Postpartum Depression Podcast Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: Join the Free Postpartum Depression Support Group ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation.*** If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: Postpartum Support International You can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. If you are in immediate danger or believe you may act on thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. You don't have to walk through this alone.

  5. Sep 3

    37. Why the Postpartum Support International Website is Worth a Visit and 3 Ways It Could Change Your Life

    Hi Mama, Are you struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety and feeling completely overwhelmed by where to turn for trustworthy help? Do you find yourself searching the internet late at night for answers while wondering if anyone truly understands what you're experiencing? Are you looking for a place where you can find reliable information, support, and resources specifically for postpartum mental health? In this episode, we're talking about why the Postpartum Support International website is worth visiting and three ways it can help you when you're struggling with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, or another postpartum mood disorder. I share part of my own experience of feeling terrified by my thoughts and completely overwhelmed by the question of where to go for help. You'll learn how Postpartum Support International can remind you that you're not alone, connect you with real people and support, and give you trustworthy resources to turn to when things feel especially difficult. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that you don't have to figure out your entire healing journey today—you can simply take one small step toward finding help. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-postpartum-depression-support-hope-advice/id1895173886 Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: bit.ly/PPDsupportgroup ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: postpartum.net You don't have to walk through this alone. If you are an immediate danger to yourself or others, please call 9-1-1 immediately!

  6. Aug 31

    36. Crippled By Postpartum Anxiety? Follow These Three Tips To a Calmer Day

    Hi Mama, Does postpartum anxiety have you feeling like your mind never shuts off, even when everything around you seems okay? Are you constantly worrying about your baby, your family, or all the things that could possibly go wrong—and finding it difficult to simply relax? Are you looking for practical ways to calm your body and quiet some of those overwhelming thoughts when anxiety feels like it's taking over? In this episode, we're talking about postpartum anxiety and three practical tips that can help you get through those moments when your thoughts feel overwhelming and your nervous system feels like it's stuck in overdrive. I share part of my own experience with postpartum anxiety, including lying awake at night worrying about my baby even when she was safely sleeping. You'll learn how to shrink your world down to the next ten minutes, stop treating every anxious thought like an emergency, and calm your body before trying to calm your mind. These simple tools aren't a replacement for professional support, but they can help you take one small step toward feeling calmer when anxiety gets loud. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-postpartum-depression-support-hope-advice/id1895173886   Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: bit.ly/PPDsupportgroup ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: postpartum.net You don't have to walk through this alone. If you are an immediate danger to yourself or others, please call 9-1-1 immediately!

  7. Aug 27

    35. Feel Misunderstood and Unsupported? Top 5 Postpartum Support Quotes and What To Do With Them Now

    Hi Mama, Do you feel like no one truly understands what you're going through with postpartum depression or anxiety? Have you found yourself struggling to explain how you're feeling and wishing someone could just understand without you having to find all the right words? Are you looking for simple reminders that you are not a bad mom, you don't have to heal overnight, and you were never meant to carry postpartum alone? In this episode, we're talking about five postpartum support quotes that can help put words to what you're feeling when postpartum depression or anxiety feels impossible to explain. I share part of my own experience of feeling incredibly alone during postpartum depression and how one simple quote made me feel understood when I couldn't find the words myself. You'll also learn how you can use these quotes to start conversations with your spouse, family, friends, or other moms and remind yourself that struggling postpartum does not make you a bad mother. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-postpartum-depression-support-hope-advice/id1895173886 Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: bit.ly/PPDsupportgroup ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: postpartum.net You don't have to walk through this alone. If you are an immediate danger to yourself or others, please call 9-1-1 immediately!

  8. Aug 24

    34. 4 Secrets of Postpartum Depression Therapy That Can Start Working at Your Next Appointment

    Hi Mama, Have you ever left a therapy session feeling like you forgot to say the most important things? Do you wonder if therapy is actually helping—or if you're somehow doing it “wrong”? Are you looking for practical ways to feel more prepared and confident when you walk into your next postpartum depression therapy appointment? In this episode, we're talking about four simple secrets that can help you get so much more out of your therapy sessions. I share part of my own story of struggling with postpartum depression and realizing that I was leaving therapy appointments wishing I had said more. You'll learn why writing things down can help when postpartum brain fog makes it difficult to remember your week, why telling your therapist the whole truth is so important, how asking questions can help you actually understand and practice the tools you're learning, and why so much of your healing can happen between therapy appointments as you put those tools into practice. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Contact: hello@stephaniehathaway.net Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-postpartum-depression-support-hope-advice/id1895173886 Next Steps: Join a supportive community of new moms just like you who are looking for community, hope, validation and practical support at my free Facebook group: bit.ly/PPDsupportgroup ***This podcast is based on my personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist—please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. If today's episode is triggering for you and you feel like you need additional help to process your thoughts or feelings, please reach out for support. You can call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773. You can also find more resources by visiting their website: postpartum.net You don't have to walk through this alone. If you are an immediate danger to yourself or others, please call 9-1-1 immediately!

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Are you feeling isolated, misunderstood and lacking positive support? Do you struggle to see a world without emotional and mental distress?  Are you overwhelmed, exhausted and feeling the pressure to act “normal?” Hi Mama, I’m so happy you’re here!  This podcast will provide hope, encouragement and practical solutions for everyday living so you can stop barely surviving, start fully thriving and get back to feeling like yourself faster!! Hi, I’m Stephanie.  A mom of 4, wife and Jesus lover.  I was almost defeated by postpartum depression after the births of my first two children.  I was flailing and afraid in therapy, burnt out by a support system that didn’t understand, and completely drowning in overwhelming daily tasks and emotions. I finally realized that if I wanted to survive, much less thrive, the next time had to be different. For my next two children, I created and then successfully implemented a plan that constantly reminded me that there was a light at the end of the tunnel, and eventually allowed me to overcome postpartum depression and fully thrive as a mom. If you are ready to find hope, knowledgeable support and practical steps to reign in the overwhelm that you can implement today, then this podcast is for you.  I promise you are not alone and that there IS hope! So take a second to close your eyes…take a deep breath in…exhale…and let’s take that first step together.  Here we go! 💛 You’re Not Alone — Support Is Here 💛 If you need help, please reach out to Postpartum Support International (PSI): 📞 Call or Text: 1-800-944-4773 (#1 English, #2 Español) 🌐 https://www.postpartum.net 🚨 If you are in immediate danger or feel like you might hurt yourself or someone else, please call 9-1-1 right away. You matter, and help is always available. 💛

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