On this episode, we explore postpartum experiences. We discuss new mothers’ emotional and physical challenges, the importance of women supporting each other, and recognizing and managing postpartum difficulties.

The conversation emphasizes self-advocacy in healthcare, building a support network, knowing local resources, and maintaining spiritual and emotional health. We also stress reaching out for help and utilizing resources for the well-being of mothers and families.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Understanding Postpartum Challenges

09:59 The Emotional Rollercoaster of New Motherhood

20:02 Recognizing and Addressing Postpartum Depression

21:44 The Importance of Women Supporting Women

22:43 Recognizing and Addressing Postpartum Depression

24:20 Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare

25:45 Creating a Support Network

28:56 Building Your Village: Finding Support

32:09 Maintaining Spiritual and Emotional Health

36:15 Utilizing Resources and Seeking Help

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Crisis Hotline

If you feel alone and your thoughts and emotions are overwhelming you, dial 988 to access the mental health crisis hotline for confidential listening, support, and connection to resources.

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

Call or text 833-TLC-MAMA (833-852-6262) to connect with a counselor with 24/7 support in sixty languages.

Postpartum Support International 

Call or text 800-944-4773 to find a provider and connect on social media groups.

La Leche League

Visit lllusa.org for peer-led breastfeeding support groups in person and online.

The Lactation Network

Visit lactationnetwork.com to access one-on-one lactation support in person or online.

Our guest, Ashley Jackson, BSN, RN, IBCLC, is a grown-up pastor’s kid from Wilmington, Delaware, and a founding member of Wilmington Apostolic Pentecostal Church, where she remains active in ladies’ ministry and Bible quizzing. Ashley has been a nurse for eighteen years, focusing on women’s and children’s care for the past ten years. In addition to being a nurse, Ashley shares her busy life with her husband, Rich, and two children, Rashid and Corlette.

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We want to hear from you! Postpartum can be overwhelming, but no one should go through it alone. Share your recovery story, insights, or questions with us on Facebook and Instagram @reflectionsupci. Let’s support each other during this challenging time.

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Today's conversation revolves around the challenges women face in managing their lives, particularly in relation to mental health, organization, and the overwhelming nature of responsibilities. Dr. Esmeralda Delgadillo, a licensed professional counselor, shares insights on the importance of therapy, self-awareness, and the role of support systems. The discussion also touches on ADHD in women, the significance of medication, and the necessity of self-compassion. The episode encourages listeners to seek help and emphasizes that it's okay to prioritize mental health.

Takeaways

• Decluttering can be overwhelming for many women.
• Self-awareness is crucial in recognizing mental health struggles.
• ADHD symptoms in women often manifest differently than in men.
• Therapy is a journey, not just a solution.
• Support systems are essential for managing life's challenges.
• Medication can be a necessary part of treatment for ADHD.
• Women often feel guilty for seeking help for mental health.
• Self-compassion is vital for emotional well-being.
• It's important to pause and reflect on one's mental health.
• Therapy and medication together yield the best results.

Chapters

00:00 Decluttering and Overwhelm: A Common Struggle

05:50 The Journey to Professional Counseling

11:12 Understanding Overwhelm and Self-Awareness

16:35 ADHD in Women: Misunderstandings and Realities

22:24 Diagnosis and Empowerment: The Path Forward

26:05 Understanding Emotional Dysregulation

27:34 The Bottom-Up Approach to Therapy

28:28 Grounding Techniques for Nervous System Regulation

29:45 The Impact of ADHD on Emotional Regulation

32:05 The Role of Medication in ADHD Treatment

35:58 Building a Support System for Women with ADHD

41:35 Self-Compassion and Personal Growth

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Feeling overwhelmed by clutter? In this episode, we break down simple, practical steps to organize every space in your home—from drawers and closets to kitchens and kids’ rooms. Plus, get expert tips on maximizing space, file-folding clothes, and keeping everything tidy with easy-to-follow systems. Whether you're tackling a single drawer or an entire room, this episode will help you create a more functional, stress-free home!

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Loneliness is on the rise, but true friendship is still possible—and necessary. In this episode, we dive into the loneliness epidemic and the key traits that define deep, heart-level friendships. We’ll explore how to intentionally build a strong support network, recognize and navigate unhealthy relationships, and offer hope to those who have given up on friendship altogether. If you’ve ever felt disconnected or struggled to find the right people in your life, this conversation with Connie Bernard, the wife of the UPCI general superintendent, will help you take the next steps toward lasting, life-giving friendships.

This episode is part of the "Necessary Friends" series on our January and February podcasts. The series begins with episode 23, "Necessary Friends Part 1," with Ellerie Saucer.

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Just because someone hurt you doesn’t mean everyone will. It’s time to stop building walls and start building connections. Tune in for an honest conversation about friendships with Debbie Sanders, Cindy Miller, and Jennie Russell.

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Maya Hunley joins the podcast to discuss how(not)to make a friend, the hurt and healing of friendship, and avoiding "friendship evangelism."

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Let's talk about building friendships outside your Apostolic circle and how women can support one another instead of competing and comparing. Dr. Lorraine Orozco joins Dr. Cindy Miller and Jennie Russell on the podcast today.

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In this episode, we learn to process the loss of friendship and the importance of cultivating relationships to avoid the dangers of isolation. Friendships should reinforce one's identity in Christ, not create it. Join Ellerie Saucer and Dr. Cindy Miller as they discuss the essential friendships every woman needs in her life.This episode is part of the "Necessary Friends" series on our January and February podcasts. The series begins with episode 23, "Necessary Friends Part 1," with Ellerie Saucer.

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In today’s episode, we explore the importance of building a diverse network of friendships and how busy women can nurture and maintain those connections. We also dive into the value of having friends who speak the truth with love. Join Mendy Flowers and Dr. Cindy Miller as they discuss the essential friendships every woman needs in her life.

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We're discussing valuing different levels of friendship and mentoring relationships with Tere De la Rosa on this episode of the Let's Talk show with Dr. Cindy Miller and Jennie Russell.

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