Quiet Connection - Postpartum Mental Health

Send us Fan Mail In the Season Three premiere, Ally Mirosevic, founder of Blissd, shares her postpartum experience that inspired her to start her business. She discusses her battle with postpartum depression and the importance of seeking support and treatment. Ally emphasizes the significance of journaling in her personal healing journey, which inspired her to develop journals tailored specificall...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for Season Three of Quiet Connection: Postpartum Mental Health, premiering Monday, March 4th ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chelsea-c-myers/message Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Audy for the use of our theme song: Quiet Connection Want to be a guest on Quiet Connection - Postpartum Mental Health? Send Chelsea a message...

Send us Fan Mail In the season two finale of Quiet Connection, we go international! Lauren Bath, Australia's first professional Instagrammer, shares her contrasting birth stories and how they have influenced her self-perception and priorities in life. She highlights the importance of respecting your body, making informed choices, and advocating for your needs during and after childbirth. To l...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm chatting with Danika, a postpartum nurse and the founder of Baby Steps Concierge Nursing. She and her team offer at-home care during the important first weeks after the baby is born. This helps parents feel supported and self-assured during this time. We discuss insurance, racial barriers, and the current healthcare situation in the US, hoping to expand h...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I'm talking to Dr. Kimber Del Valle, a licensed psychologist who helps her clients feel calm and confident by teaching them how to stay grounded and be present. As a mother who has experienced infant loss, she has a special interest in grief and trauma healing. This episode offers some helpful tips and techniques to our listeners in the form of self-advocacy and self-a...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I am connecting with June, author of Mama You Don't Heal. She shares her powerful journey into motherhood, marked by a traumatic birth, the challenges of parenting a child with special needs, and the heartbreaking loss of her son at two and a half. Please check out June's website to learn more about how she is helping other grieving parents navig...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I'm chatting with Kaila, host of Parent Tell Podcast. She talks about her traumatic birthing experience, but our conversation mainly centers on the joyful moments in parenting and the uncertainty that comes with it. Check out Parent Tel l as well as Kaila's social media accounts to hear more from her! Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Au...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Kailey shares her challenging experience with a prolonged miscarriage and multiple hemorrhages, discussing its impact on her mental health during her journey to having her daughter, Halia. This episode discusses topics that may be triggering for some individuals. Please check the show notes for more information and be mindful of your own mental health and comfort levels...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I connect with Heidi, a children's book author and editor. She shares her journey through the adoption process, as well as navigating an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis for her son. Joy consistently shines in our conversation, particularly when we discuss her family and her passion for art and creation. Click the link to Heidi's website and di...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I speak with Lisa Sugarman, a respected parenting author, nationally syndicated columnist, and strong advocate for suicide awareness and prevention. Not only that, she also bears the powerful strength of being a survivor of parental suicide loss. This episode focuses mainly on suicide awareness, prevention, and resources. Please be aware of your comfort levels whe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I connected with Ryann, host of the podcast Raising Wild Hearts and mom of three. She describes how she balanced her needs with her family's while becoming a homeschooling parent. At the heart of it all, she believes that if you want to see change in the world, it has to start at home.  Check out Ryann's podcast by following this link to learn more! http...

Send us Fan Mail I want to make listeners aware that this episode may be triggering, especially to those who have experienced domestic violence. Dana reads a chapter from her book, Gasping for Air, that powerfully recounts the emotional and physical intricacies of one of her miscarriages . Please be aware of your comfort levels. In this episode, we feature Dana, who bravely shares her journey as a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we hear from Certified Nurse Midwife and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Sandy Wood. We discuss the current state of mental health resources for birthing people in Vermont as well as the Country. We also explore the latest FDA-approved treatments specific to Postpartum Depression/Anxiety. Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Audy for the use of...

Send us Fan Mail In this very special episode, we are reconnecting with Season One guests, Stephanie, Antonia, and Jess.  We talk about how their lives and relationships may have changed because of the podcast. We also discuss what has been meaningful to them from the Quiet Connection community.  It was so much fun catching up, and I'm excited to share this episode with you. --- Send in a voi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are introduced to Rebecca, whose journey into motherhood was filled with challenges and unexpected surprises. She contemplates the impact her marriage has had on her personal journey and shares her desire for greater support throughout the experience. Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Audy for the use of our theme song: Quiet Connection Want to be a gu...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we return to Victoria's story. In part two, we will delve into the gripping conclusion of her birth story, alongside her courageous journey through postpartum mental health challenges. She artfully conveys how these experiences have shaped her into the person she is today and profoundly influenced her approach to running her business. You can find Victoria on Faceb...

Send us Fan Mail In this two-part episode, Victoria recounts her traumatic birth experience and how it influenced her work in massage therapy.  Victoria, affectionately known as Strega Luna to her social media followers, has committed her life and career to the holistic healing of postpartum women, leveraging her exceptional expertise in bodywork. You can find her on Instagram and Facebook for mor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, local Vermont photographer Megan Allen shares how her work with women and families creates transformative experiences. She shares her personal birth stories and how her journey into motherhood impacted her love of photography. You can find her work on Facebook and Instagram , as well as on her website . Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Audy for the use o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Leah discusses how attachment-style parenting has helped her feel more confident in managing postpartum anxiety. Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Audy for the use of our theme song: Quiet Connection Want to be a guest on Quiet Connection - Postpartum Mental Health? Send Chelsea a message on PodMatch 

Send us Fan Mail In our Season Two premiere, we listen to Lilac's powerful story. She has faced challenges with her mental health throughout her life, but her postpartum journey caught her completely off guard. Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Audy for the use of our theme song: Quiet Connection Want to be a guest on Quiet Connection - Postpartum Mental Health? Send Chelsea a messag...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Quiet Connection! In season two you'll hear more stories from parents and caregivers, discussions on current events with mental health professionals, and a get more in-depth look into my personal mental health journey. Always remember, you are not alone. I see you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chelsea-c-myers/message Sup...

Send us Fan Mail In the season one finale of Quiet Connection, my partner Ben shares his experiences as a caregiver during my postpartum mental health crisis. This episode contains content that may be triggering, including medical trauma and suicide. Please be aware of your boundaries and comfort levels when listening. This episode discusses topics that may be triggering for some individuals. Plea...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we hear from Antonia about her journey to becoming a mother and experiencing pregnancy loss. She conveys her heartfelt gratitude for the support she received and emphasizes her willingness to assist others facing similar challenges. Support the show   Special Thanks to Steve Audy for the use of our theme song: Quiet Connection Want to be a guest on Quiet Connectio...

Send us Fan Mail With the help of some of my best friends, I tell my story of postpartum mental health challenges and why I started this podcast. This episode covers some heavy topics including suicide and medical complications. Please be aware of your comfort levels. This episode discusses topics that may be triggering for some individuals. Please check the show notes for more information and be...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Laraine shares her story of becoming a mother, suffering pregnancy loss, and enduring perinatal mental health challenges. Her unwavering love and commitment to the family she has built radiate powerfully throughout this episode, even as it confronts some profound and challenging themes. Please be mindful of your comfort level. Support the show   Special Thanks to...