Join Lulie and guest Donalee Rooks, trauma therapist, as they discuss what many women experience after giving birth but few have the resources or tools to navigate well.

Show Notes:

Contact Donallee by email at: [email protected]

Or visit her website to learn more about her counseling services both in person and via telehealth appointments: http://www.centeringtherapy.com

Bible Verses:

Ps 127 3, "Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord. The fruit of the womb is a reward."

1 Peter 5:7, "Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you."

Psalms 40:2, "He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, Out of the miry clay, and set my feed upon a rock."

Isaiah 41:10, "Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed for I am your God, I will strengthen you, Yes I will help you."

Psalms 34:18, "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit."

Matthew 5:3, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

References: 

This Isn't What I Expected; Overcoming Postpartum Depression by Karen Kleiman, LCSW and Valerie Davis Raskin, MD.  

The Anxiety Cure, by Rebekah Lyons books and studies

Women’s Community Groups:

MOPS International

Bible Study Fellowship

Awana

Marriage Retreats and resources: 

Family Life Conference

Focus on the Family

Rebekah Lyons retreats

Podcasts: 

risenmotherhood.com