I’ve shared parts of what my healing has looked like — the physical, emotional, and quiet identity shifts that came with postpartum life.
But I’d be leaving something out if I didn’t talk about the mental health side.

Because sometimes, it’s not just overwhelm.
It’s anxiety that won’t let you sleep.
It’s rage you don’t recognize.
It’s a numbness that quietly terrifies you.

And sometimes — even with the perfect diet,
the commitment to move your body,
the strength it takes to stay positive —
it still feels surreal.
Like you’re lost in the woods, and the way out keeps disappearing.

This is why we have to talk about it.
Because you’re not broken.
You’re not alone.
And you deserve better — support, softness, space to feel, and a way forward.
Whether you’re deep in it right now or slowly coming up for air —
please know there are people, communities, and resources that exist to help.
Asking for support doesn’t make you weak.
It makes you brave.
And if you don’t have the words, that’s okay.
You only have to start somewhere.

Below are a few places you can reach out — no shame, no pressure, just support.
Because you matter and you deserve to feel held.

You Are Not Alone

If you’ve been following this journey — from breath-work to identity shifts to emotional unraveling — thank you.
Sharing pieces of my postpartum story has been deeply personal, and also… deeply necessary.

But I know stories alone aren’t always enough.
Sometimes, what we need most is support — real, grounded, accessible help.

If you’re in the thick of postpartum anxiety, depression, or just a season that feels heavier than you expected…
this is for you.

Please don’t wait to reach out.
It’s not weakness. It’s wisdom.

Mental Health Resources That Can Help:

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Call or text 1–833-TLC-MAMA (1–833–852–6262) for free, 24/7 support in English and Spanish.
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Postpartum Support International (PSI)
Support groups, resources, and a helpline: 1–800–944–4773
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SAMHSA’s National Helpline
Free, confidential help: 1–800–662-HELP (4357)
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The Alexis Joy Foundation
Support for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
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Postpartum Depression Support Groups: Find local and online support groups tailored to your needs.
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Whether you’re still in it, or on the other side looking back —
please know: you are not alone.

Healing takes time.
Help is real.
And you deserve to feel like you again.

Grab your coffee. Breathe. You’re not alone.