The Whinypaluza Podcast

Episode 296: Motherhood Challenges with Solutions


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Jessica Swanson is married to her high-school sweetheart. They have been married for 2 years, together for 12 years. They have 1 son who is 15 months old.  Motherhood completely flipped Jessica’s life upside down and it has been a beautiful and challenge self-discovery journey ever since! She struggled with postpartum depression for the first 6 months of motherhood. She tried medication which helped for a little bit but was not something she wanted to be on full-time. Like most moms Jessica struggled to find herself and was just lost. That's when it was clear to her that there isn't enough support for moms out there. She really had to do the personal development work and search for support in order to get to the place she is at today. That is what inspired Jessica to become a life coach for moms.                                                                                      

Listen to this episode of Whinypaluza, with Jessica Swanson about her personal journey from post-partum depression to finding healthy coping strategies and reducing stress.


Here is what to expect on this week’s show:

  • Overcoming Postpartum Depression: Jessica's struggle with postpartum depression and her commitment to personal development for self-improvement.
  • Coping Strategies & Self-Care: Importance of recognizing mom guilt and prioritizing self-care. Small, achievable self-care practices highlighted for nurturing a mother's well-being.
  • Balancing Personal Goals and Motherhood: Emphasizing presence in both work and quality time with children, advocating against multitasking.
  • Mindset Shifts and Reducing Overwhelm: Strategies to combat overwhelm, setting boundaries, seeking support, and fostering self-compassion. Embracing flexibility and grace in the journey of motherhood.
  • Connection Parenting: Focus on building emotional connections with children rather than resorting to fear for behavior modification.
  • Mindset Shifts: "Life is Happening for Me, Not to Me": Embracing positive growth from both positive and negative life experiences.  "Just a Mom Having a Hard Time": Acceptance of difficult moments without equating them to being a bad mom.
  • Limiting Beliefs in Motherhood: Overwhelm from societal expectations and unrealistic pressure on moms. Prioritizing what aligns with personal values and interests rather than societal should-be activities.
  • Empowered Thought Pathways: Interrupting negative thought patterns by reframing situations, fostering empathy during challenges.
  • Incorporating Positive Habits: Setting daily intentions, focusing on hydration, and allocating time for self-reflection and journaling.
  • Seeking Support and Prioritizing Relationships: Seeking guidance from coaches, counselors, and maintaining connections with supportive friends and family. Nurturing relationships, communicating needs, and fostering grace in long-term partnerships.
  • Community Support and Self-Care: Joining supportive communities for combating isolation and fostering connections outside of motherhood.
  • Lessons from Long-Term Relationships: Effective communication, mutual understanding, and grace in parenting challenges within long-term relationships.
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