Maternal Mental Health & Infertility

04/23/19 • 49 min

For many moms, the journey to motherhood is emotionally, mentally, as well as physically trying. This episode is dedicated to the millions of moms coping and persevering with reproductive and infertility issues. The psychological impacts are many times overlooked, so education and support systems are vital.

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Kristy Christopher- Holloway. Dr. Kristy shares personal accounts, as well as her professional experiences from the perspective of a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), researcher, well-respected speaker, educator, and supervisor. Find out more about Dr. Kristy at www.kristycholloway.com and her outpatient private practice New Vision Counseling Center, LLC at www.newvisioncounselingcenter.com.

Want to know more about the host? Shayla Shaw is an Empowerment Coach focused on helping moms achieve goals related to balancing family, life, purpose, and mental wellness. Find out more at www.shaylashaw.com.

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This episode was sponsored by LoveLit Candles and the 14-year old CEO, Hailei has donated her signature hand-poured, scented soy candles to the "Mom Relax Kit" giveaway!! The winner will be announced on #TalkItOutTuesday 4/23 on www.facebook.com/navigatingmycrazy

You can check out LoveLit Candles amazing selection on www.lovelitcandles.com.

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Want to be a sponsor or have questions to submit to the podcast? [email protected].

You can check out LoveLit Candles amazing selection on www.lovelitcandles.com.

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A Mother's Love: Coping with Reproductive Disorders, Miscarriage, and Infant Death

This episode is dedicated to To'Nia Danielle Jerrell 12/03/2015

Listen in to a powerful interview with TeAra Jerrell about the loss of her daughter, her undiagnosed reproductive disorder and advice for other mothers coping with loss and their support systems.

This episode is being sponsored by LoveLit Candles. They were inspired to support by the amazing impact the Sleep Hygiene Blog had on the 14-year old founder, Hailei, and her mom during standardized testing week!

They supply an assortment of products, but their signature hand-poured, scented soy candles are definitely some of the best I've ever experienced. Shop their selections on LoveLitCandles.com.

We will be awarding a Mom Relax Kit for our next giveaway on Friday, April 19th. More information about the giveaway will be posted on both our Facebook Pages - LoveLit Candles Navigating My Crazy

More information about the host, Empowerment Coach - Shayla Shaw

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Maternal Mental Health Week and Mental Health Awareness Month

Not only is May Mental Health Awareness Month but this week is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week #MMHWeek2019. Raising awareness of maternal mental health issues is imperative so moms are aware of the signs of ill-health, they are not alone, and treatment is available. Mental Health Awareness Month 2019 is focused on the whole person and ensuring we are aware of the resources and tools that benefit minds and bodies together #4Mind4Body. Announcements: A Real Woman's Worth, An Anthology the will feature my story "The Grace To Move Forward" will be released in May. I am so excited to co-author to share how recognizing my worth brought significance to my life. My co-authors and I will share snippets of stories I know will inspire you on the next episode of the podcast. www.navigatingmycrazy.com/podcast May 8-10th I will be apart of "Let's Talk About It" A Mother/Daughter Tele-Summit presented by Teen Talk's Ann Dillard! Shayla Shaw Empowerment now has openings for our Empowerment Coaching program for moms struggling to achieve goals related to family, life, purpose, and mental health. You can view services and sign up for consultations at www.shaylashaw.com/services Sponsored by Shayla Shaw Empowerment, empowerment coaching for moms Thank you so much for listening!