Trigger warning: this episode discusses the depths of postpartum psychosis

In this episode, Logan and Hayle open up about the most difficult chapter of her postpartum journey, the two weeks she spent in the hospital during a severe episode of postpartum psychosis. This rare but life-threatening condition can occur anytime within the first year after birth and causes a mother to lose touch with reality.

Hayle and her husband Logan recount the chaos of those days: sleepless nights, constant confusion, emotional outbursts, and repeated calls from the hospital for help. This episode also sheds light on the hidden toll postpartum psychosis takes on families. Together, they discuss the transition from psychosis to depression, the signs they began to notice, and the uphill battle of recovery once Hayle was discharged.

By sharing their story so openly, Hayle and Logan hope to bring awareness to the warning signs of postpartum psychosis, encourage families to seek immediate help, and offer a message of hope: healing is possible, and you are not alone.

Trigger warning: this episode discusses the depths of postpartum psychosis

In this episode, Hayle shares the most intense two weeks of her postpartum psychosis—the period she calls The Blur. During this time, she was completely disoriented, losing track of days and nights, confusing morning for midnight, and living in a haze of fear and chaos.

Doctors began medicating her with strong drugs like Haldol, Depakote, and Zyprexa to stabilize her, while nurses became unexpected companions—braiding her hair, comforting her, and trying to bring her back to herself.

One of her clients, a nurse at the hospital, visited during this season. Her presence reminded Hayle that she was still herself underneath the psychosis, and it gave her hope. There was also one therapist who truly listened and helped shift her focus back to what mattered most—getting well so she could go home to her family.

Trigger warning: this episode discusses the depths of postpartum psychosis

In this episode, Logan and Hayle recount the final night of her first hospital stay, the signs of mania that began to emerge, and the overwhelming challenges once she returned home. From sleepless nights, racing thoughts, and uncontrollable energy to confusion, agitation, and disconnection from her baby, their story shows how quickly psychosis can escalate into a medical emergency.

Logan shares his perspective as he navigated fear, research, and the difficult decision to return her to the hospital when symptoms intensified. Together, they shed light on the importance of recognizing warning signs, asking intentional questions, and seeking immediate help.

This episode is not only a raw testimony of survival but also a call for awareness and reminding families, partners, and new parents that postpartum psychosis requires urgent care, compassion, and support.

Trigger warning: this episode discusses the depths of postpartum psychosis

In this raw and honest episode, Hayle Hendrix walks listeners through what postpartum psychosis actually is — a rare but serious condition that can occur in the weeks after birth or anytime during the first year. Hayle defines the condition as a sudden loss of touch with reality and breaks down the signs and symptoms loved ones should watch for. She then shares her own firsthand hospital experience: the confusion around procedures, terrifying thoughts and impulses, extreme mood swings, sleeplessness, vivid, jumbled thoughts and memories, and the moments her family realized she needed urgent help. Hayle describes how her husband, family, and medical team intervened, how the event felt in real time, and how she later processed and made sense of those hours and days. The episode closes with a clear, compassionate plea: if you or a loved one shows these signs, seek immediate medical care. Postpartum psychosis is a medical emergency, and awareness can save lives.

In this episode, Hayle shares the emotional days after waking up in the hospital—navigating overwhelming phone calls, social media updates, and the reality of her near-death experience. With her dad by her side, she faced painful treatments, the confusion of memory gaps, and the heartbreak of being separated from her newborn due to strict COVID restrictions. She opens up about the physical pain, the panic attacks, and the mental toll of not being able to hold Hawkins, while also reflecting on the unexpected closeness she built with her dad during that season.

Through it all, Hayle expresses heartfelt gratitude to the friends and family who surrounded her with love—whether through encouraging words, thoughtful gifts, flowers, or photos that helped make the hospital feel a little more like home. This chapter is raw, emotional, and sheds light on the unseen battles of recovery.

In this raw, emotional episode Hayle Hendrix recounts the moments she first woke up on December 26. She shares the confusion of waking up intubated and medicated, the shock of seeing her healing body, fragments of hallucinations and dreams while on heavy meds, the painful physical recovery, and the spiritual moments that kept her tethered — a prayer, an imagined conversation with her late aunt, and the relief of confirming her baby was alive. Hayle reflects on the small victories and the overwhelming gratitude of being called a “Christmas miracle."

In this episode, Logan shares his perspective of the six days Hayle spent in a coma — from becoming the point of contact at the hospital, to leaning on family to care for their kids, to the moment she finally opened her eyes. He talks about the weight of ICU life, the confusion when Hayle woke up asking for Hawkins, and the lasting impact those days had on their marriage. Together, Hayle and Logan reflect on how trauma tested their faith, and ultimately pushed them toward growth and gratitude. 

Logan opens up about the weight of those moments, the strength of their support system, and the heartbreak of making difficult decisions while also caring for their children. Together, Hayle and Logan reflect on the painful but healing conversations they’ve had since.

This episode is a raw look at trauma through a husband’s eyes, but also a testimony of hope, love, and the power of walking side by side through the darkest valley.

In this powerful episode, Logan shares his perspective of the night everything changed. What began with reassurance quickly turned into a nightmare as he realized just how critical Hayle’s condition had become. From the moment he was warned “things aren’t that great” to witnessing her being rushed away for surgery after coding in the ambulance, Logan recalls the confusion, fear, and overwhelming loneliness of those hours.

He opens up about signing temporary guardianship for their newborn son, waiting through surgery with his dad, hearing “code blue” over the hospital speakers, and clinging to prayer when all hope seemed lost. Through the chaos of COVID restrictions, unanswered questions, and moments of complete despair, Logan also describes the peace he felt when God made His presence known.

This episode gives a raw look into the battle not just for Hayle’s life, but for their family’s future — and the outpouring of prayer and support that carried them through the darkest days.

In this special episode, Hayle is joined by her husband, Logan, to share his perspective on the day their lives changed forever with the birth of their son, Hawkins. While past episodes focused on Hayle’s experience, this conversation sheds light on what it was like for Logan to witness everything unfold—the joy of welcoming a new baby, the unexpected complications, and the weight of holding the family together.

Logan opens up about the moments leading up to Hawkins’ birth, comparing it to their first delivery and describing the sense of calm before the chaos. He recalls cutting the umbilical cord, caring for their newborn during Hayle’s emergency surgery, and processing the news of her hysterectomy with clarity and resolve.

With honesty and tenderness, Logan reflects on the blur of those hours—and being honest about trying to push painful memories aside. Together, Hayle and Logan revisit those life-altering days with vulnerability, faith, and a deep desire to help others walking through similar trauma.