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105 Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts
BOOK: Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts, A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers
By, Karen Kleiman (author), Molly McIntyre (Illustrator)
Posted date: 10/27/2025
Presented by Megan Riesgo, LCPC, PMH-C & Joy Walsh, LCSW, PMH-C
OVERVIEW Episode 105 explores the book by Karen Kleiman, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts, A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers. Page numbers and links in show notes for listeners to find additional information on topics explored from the source.
DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional or medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and does not constitute medical or professional advice. This information is presented to be informative and does not replace therapy or other medical support.
If you or someone you know is struggling during this phase of parenting a resource to connect with is Postpartum Support International www.postpartum.net
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CHAPTERS and NOTATIONS
Book Exploration
Trigger warnings: Discussion related to anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, postpartum recovery, psychosis.
3:05 Karen Kleiman, MSW - reference #speakthesecret campaign from Postpartum Stress Center
3:30 (pg. 6) Intrusive thoughts discussion
5:29 (pg. 9) 1 in 7 woman will suffer from symptoms of postpartum depression or anxiety.
6:15 (pg.28 & 30) Reference from book about mom having a bad day.
7:10 (pg. 43) “Don’t touch me!” and antidote/script to use to talk with loved ones.
9:25 (pg. 70 & 71) “Too many options” and decision fatigue.
13:15 (pg. 93) What if thinking and catastrophic thinking patterns
15:10 (pg. 130- 131) “Health Professionals” discussion on how to ask for support. Provides script for advocacy.
17:39 (pg. 147) “Accept uncertainty” Discussion of motherhood and chaos.
18:16 (pg. 123) Psychological diagnoses references and supports. “Psychosis”- discussion about the importance of medical intervention
20:35 (pg. 150) “Be your own best advocate” I got this self care affirmation/ mantra support quote.
21:20 (pg. 152/3) “Guidelines for healing”
Further resources available at end of book.
Additional book by author, Karen Kleiman, MSW- What About Us? A New Parents Guide to safeguard your over-anxious, over-extended, sleep-deprived relationship.
Children's Book We Love
24:16 If You Give A Cat a Cupcake by Laura Numeroff
Illustrated by Felicia Bond
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Stay Connected
Website www.overdueforparents.com
Instagram @overdueforparents
Megan Riesgo www.riesgosupport.com
Joy Walsh www.wellnessconstellation.com
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By Megan Riesgo and Joy WalshBOOK: Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts, A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers
By, Karen Kleiman (author), Molly McIntyre (Illustrator)
Posted date: 10/27/2025
Presented by Megan Riesgo, LCPC, PMH-C & Joy Walsh, LCSW, PMH-C
OVERVIEW Episode 105 explores the book by Karen Kleiman, Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts, A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers. Page numbers and links in show notes for listeners to find additional information on topics explored from the source.
DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional or medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and does not constitute medical or professional advice. This information is presented to be informative and does not replace therapy or other medical support.
If you or someone you know is struggling during this phase of parenting a resource to connect with is Postpartum Support International www.postpartum.net
--------------------------------------------------------
CHAPTERS and NOTATIONS
Book Exploration
Trigger warnings: Discussion related to anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, postpartum recovery, psychosis.
3:05 Karen Kleiman, MSW - reference #speakthesecret campaign from Postpartum Stress Center
3:30 (pg. 6) Intrusive thoughts discussion
5:29 (pg. 9) 1 in 7 woman will suffer from symptoms of postpartum depression or anxiety.
6:15 (pg.28 & 30) Reference from book about mom having a bad day.
7:10 (pg. 43) “Don’t touch me!” and antidote/script to use to talk with loved ones.
9:25 (pg. 70 & 71) “Too many options” and decision fatigue.
13:15 (pg. 93) What if thinking and catastrophic thinking patterns
15:10 (pg. 130- 131) “Health Professionals” discussion on how to ask for support. Provides script for advocacy.
17:39 (pg. 147) “Accept uncertainty” Discussion of motherhood and chaos.
18:16 (pg. 123) Psychological diagnoses references and supports. “Psychosis”- discussion about the importance of medical intervention
20:35 (pg. 150) “Be your own best advocate” I got this self care affirmation/ mantra support quote.
21:20 (pg. 152/3) “Guidelines for healing”
Further resources available at end of book.
Additional book by author, Karen Kleiman, MSW- What About Us? A New Parents Guide to safeguard your over-anxious, over-extended, sleep-deprived relationship.
Children's Book We Love
24:16 If You Give A Cat a Cupcake by Laura Numeroff
Illustrated by Felicia Bond
----------------------------------------------------------------
Stay Connected
Website www.overdueforparents.com
Instagram @overdueforparents
Megan Riesgo www.riesgosupport.com
Joy Walsh www.wellnessconstellation.com