Mom and Mind

386: Behind the Sessions: Acknowledging End-of-the-Year Mental Fatigue with Dr. Kat


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Here in the last week of the year, we are wrapping up 2024 and another holiday season. Are you an exhausted mom? You’re not alone! It’s been a busy holiday season complete with all the pressure to be happy, do ALL the things, and present the picture of perfection. Your holidays might have been ugly and imperfect, and now you’re faced with the pressure of a new year and new resolutions to improve yourself and your life. Let’s check in with ourselves in today’s episode.


Show Highlights:

  • What is YOUR truth right now?
  • Reflection can bring up a mixed bag of feelings and emotions—and that’s ok!
  • Take the space and time to acknowledge the sad, angry, depressed, and darker parts of your year.
  • Don’t make yourself unwell by suppressing your feelings!
  • Meditate—and listen to yourself—even if only for five minutes.
  • Achievement doesn’t always have to be the next thing on your list. 

  • Resources:

    Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov

    Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services. 

    You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms

    Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.  

    Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!

    If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients!

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    Mom and MindBy Katayune Kaeni, Psy.D., PMH-C

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