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.