Healthy Moms = Healthy Babies - Taking Care of Your Baby Starts With Taking Care of Yourself

Welcome to another episode of Through Help & Back. In this insightful episode, we delve into the common challenge many face: the belief that not taking care of oneself might hinder the ability to care for loved ones. We particularly focus on the unique struggles faced by new mothers who often carry immense responsibilities. Our guest, psychotherapist Marissa Holway, not only shares innovative strategies but also draws from her own personal experiences to tackle this challenge head-on. Discover how prioritizing self-care can empower individuals to give more to the people they cherish most. Join us for a conversation that offers valuable insights into the delicate art of self-nurturing and the profound impact it has on our ability to support those we love. Check out Postpartum International: https://www.postpartum.net/ Follow Marissa On Instagram:   / themarissaholway   Check out Marissa’s program: https://marissa-holway.teachable.com/... – 🚩 Episode Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:26 - Introducing Marissa 03:19 - Marissa's work in psychotherapy 05:44 - How having children affected Marissa's life 11:16 - Common postpartum symptoms & challenges 13:07 - Societal judgments towards moms 18:09 - Marissa's main motherhood struggles 23:29 - What did Marissa do to improve her mental health? 28:16 - Life isn't perfect 29:26 - Anew Behavioral Health 30:49 - What to do when your postpartum symptoms become too much 35:11 - The disconnection between new moms & their doctors 40:00 - The importance of prep work in healthcare 41:21 - How can we support moms better? 45:36 - How can we support single parents? 50:28 - How could you prepare yourself for motherhood? 55:30 - The two sides of being a parent 58:48 - Educational resources for new mothers 1:02:33 - Outro 1:03:47 - Disclaimer – Through Help & Back is available on all major streaming platforms: • YouTube: http://bit.ly/3hhAwQp • Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PjHjWb • Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3VRLuuY • Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/3Ydf2Vk • Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3YbrWmS • Pandora: http://bit.ly/3YbPmsd • Stitcher: http://bit.ly/3UPcbPH • iHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/3BpbeGI Follow us on your favorite social media channels: • TikTok:   / helpandbackpodcast   • Instagram:   / helpandbackpodcast   • Twitter:   / helpandback   • Facebook:   / helpandback   – Thanks to Anew Behavioral Health for sponsoring this podcast. If you or a loved one is seeking help with mental health, behavioral health, or substance abuse, visit https://www.anewbh.com/ or email [email protected] for help. If you would like to be a guest on our show or want to submit topic ideas or questions, drop us a note here: https://forms.gle/jbnP4HxfuuwVHD698 – DISCLAIMER: The information provided by Help & Back should not be considered personal medical or mental health advice. It is not a substitute for professional care. Consult your own healthcare providers for specific guidance and do not rely solely on our content. We do not diagnose or treat conditions, and our advice should not be taken as medical or psychological guidance. Contact your healthcare provider if you have concerns or suspect an issue. – Produced by Leo Massoud, and managed by Iann Massoud. Effect author credits: Youlean Waveform, Youlean Drop Shadow - Youlean HUD 3D - Rado1 TextTrueType - Ville