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In this deeply vulnerable and heartfelt episode of Musings of a Geriatric Mama, host Kedna Amey opens up an honest conversation about maternal mental health, identity loss, postpartum struggles, overwhelm, self-compassion, and the silent realities many mothers carry behind closed doors.

In honor of Maternal Mental Health Month, this episode serves as both a reminder and a love letter to mothers everywhere.

Whether you are in the newborn trenches, raising toddlers, supporting a child with developmental challenges, parenting teens, navigating infertility, grieving loss, or simply trying to rediscover yourself after becoming a mother — this conversation reminds you that you are not alone.

Kedna speaks candidly about:

• The emotional and biological realities of motherhood
• Postpartum identity shifts and mourning the “old you”
• Maternal depletion and the effects of hormonal changes
• The invisible mental load mothers carry daily
• Why boundaries and self-compassion are essential
• Releasing mom guilt and embracing grace
• The importance of support systems and community
• Healing generational trauma while raising children
• Finding hope and strength during difficult seasons

This episode is for the high-achieving woman who once moved a million miles per hour and now finds herself navigating a completely new version of life and self.

Above all, this episode is a reminder that motherhood does not erase who you are — it reveals who you are becoming.

Timestamps:

00:00 - A love letter to mothers: acknowledging strength and sacrifice
00:31 - Motherhood expectations versus reality
01:23 - Physical and biological changes
02:23 - The psychological remodeling of a mother’s brain
03:20 - Challenges specific to new and postpartum mothers
04:54 - The importance of rest, recovery,
06:17 - Navigating motherhood milestones
09:03 - Practical affirmations:
10:29 - Embracing mess, love, and self-care
11:27 - The mental load of motherhood
13:29 - Letting go of mom guilt
15:16 - Reframing motherhood as a journey of becoming
16:44 - Character building through motherhood's challenges
17:22 - The importance of presence
18:01 - Recognizing your resilience
20:06 - The importance of community
22:14 - Honoring mother figures, grieving mothers
23:38 - Resources for mental health support during motherhood
28:50 - Saying goodbye to the old self and welcoming the warrior within
29:44 - Encouragement to share,

Important Resources Mentioned

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 📞 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)

A free, confidential, 24/7 support line for mothers experiencing emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or mental health crises during pregnancy and postpartum.

Quote: "The moment a child is born, the mother is also born" is a famous quote often attributed to the mystic Osho

Remember, motherhood is an ongoing journey of growth and grace. Hold on to your strength, celebrate your wins, and don’t hesitate to reach out for support. You are not alone. Stay Connected to a community of women like YOU and grab this Burnout to Balance Reset Guide!

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