Overcoming Postpartum Depression | Support, Hope, Advice, Biblical Encouragement, PPD, Newborn

About Overcoming Postpartum Depression | Support, Hope, Advice, Biblical Encouragement, PPD, Newborn

Are you feeling isolated, misunderstood and lacking positive support? Do you struggle to see a world without emotional and mental distress?  Are you overwhelmed, exhausted and feeling the pressure to act “normal?” Hi Mama, I’m so happy you’re here!  This podcast will provide hope, encouragement and practical solutions for everyday living so you can stop barely surviving, start fully thriving and get back to feeling like yourself faster!! Hi, I’m Stephanie.  A mom of 4, wife and Jesus lover.  I was almost defeated by postpartum depression after the births of my first two children.  I was flailing and afraid in therapy, burnt out by a support system that didn’t understand, and completely drowning in overwhelming daily tasks and emotions. I finally realized that if I wanted to survive, much less thrive, the next time had to be different. For my next two children, I created and then successfully implemented a plan that constantly reminded me that there was a light at the end of the tunnel, and eventually allowed me to overcome postpartum depression and fully thrive as a mom. If you are ready to find hope, knowledgeable support and practical steps to reign in the overwhelm that you can implement today, then this podcast is for you.  I promise you are not alone and that there IS hope! So take a second to close your eyes…take a deep breath in…exhale…and let’s take that first step together.  Here we go! 💛 You’re Not Alone — Support Is Here 💛 If you need help, please reach out to Postpartum Support International (PSI): 📞 Call or Text: 1-800-944-4773 (#1 English, #2 Español) 🌐 https://www.postpartum.net (https://www.postpartum.net) 🚨 If you are in immediate danger or feel like you might hurt yourself or someone else, please call 9-1-1 right away. You matter, and help is always available. 💛

Publisher

Stephanie Hathaway - Podcast host, Speaker

Category

health & fitness · kids & family · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Apr 2026

Latest episode

26 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

51 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Oct 2026

   50. 3 Parts To a Solid Support Postpartum System and What To Do If Yours Doesn’t Pass The Test

   Hi Mama, Do you have people around you but still feel completely alone in your postpartum experience? Have you ever wondered why people can love you deeply and still not give you the kind of support you actually need? What if the problem isn’t that you aren’t strong enough to handle motherhood—but that you were never meant to carry this season alone? In this episode, we're talking about the three parts of a solid postpartum support system—and how to tell whether yours is actually supporting you. We’ll talk about emotional support from people who make you feel seen and heard, practical support from people who help carry the everyday load, and professional support from people who understand postpartum mental health. I’ll also share from my own postpartum depression journey while living overseas in Asia, when I had people who loved me but still felt incredibly alone because they didn’t understand what I was experiencing or know how to help. We’ll walk through some questions you can ask yourself to see whether your support system passes the test, and then I’ll give you three things you can do if you realize you need more support.  Because having people around you isn’t the same thing as being supported. You are allowed to ask for more help, your needs do not make you needy, and you were never meant to carry motherhood alone. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Email me at hello@stephaniehathaway.net Listen to the podcast: Overcoming Postpartum Depression Podcast Next Steps: Join our private Facebook support group for encouragement, validation, weekly devotionals, practical tips, and connection with other moms: Join the Overcoming Postpartum Depression Support Group Disclaimer: This podcast is based on personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. If you are struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, or another perinatal mental health concern, call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773 or visit Postpartum Support International. You can also call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you are in immediate danger or believe you may act on thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. You do not have to walk through this alone.

2. 

   22 Oct 2026

   49. 5 Postpartum Symptoms That Should Make You Pause and Call Your Doctor

   Hi Mama, Have you been telling yourself that the exhaustion, sadness, anxiety, or feeling that something just isn’t right is simply part of being a new mom? Have you ever wondered whether you should actually call your doctor, but talked yourself out of it because you’re worried you’re overreacting or that other moms have it worse? What if you don’t have to wait until you’re completely falling apart before you deserve support—and what if recognizing the signs early could help you find your way back to yourself sooner? In this episode, we're talking about five postpartum symptoms that should make you pause and have a conversation with your doctor, because you do not have to push through symptoms that are affecting your mental health, your ability to function, or your sense of who you are. I share from my own postpartum depression journey, including what it was like after the birth of my daughter while my family was living overseas in Asia, when I experienced symptoms that went far beyond normal new-mom exhaustion but spent so much time wondering what was wrong with me instead of recognizing that I needed help. We’ll talk about persistent sadness, hopelessness, or feeling disconnected from yourself for more than two weeks, overwhelming anxiety or constant fear that feels impossible to control, scary and unwanted thoughts, feeling completely unable to function, and that difficult-to-explain feeling that something is seriously wrong or that you simply don’t feel like yourself. We’ll also talk about why postpartum depression doesn’t always look like crying, why intrusive thoughts are not the same thing as actions, why struggling to take care of basic needs can be a sign that you need support, and why you should trust yourself when something just doesn’t feel right. Most importantly, we’ll talk about when symptoms require immediate help, including thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, feeling unable to stay safe, hearing or seeing things others don’t, feeling disconnected from reality, or experiencing severe confusion or paranoia. Mama, you do not have to wait until you reach a crisis point before your feelings matter. You are worth asking about. You are worth checking on. You are worth caring for. Getting help does not mean you are weak—it means you are brave enough to take care of yourself. And if the version of you that feels lost right now is all you can see, I want you to know that she is not gone forever. You can find your way back. There IS hope. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Email me at hello@stephaniehathaway.net Listen to the podcast: Overcoming Postpartum Depression Podcast Next Steps: Join our private Facebook support group for encouragement, validation, weekly devotionals, practical tips, and connection with other moms: Join the Overcoming Postpartum Depression Support Group Disclaimer: This podcast is based on personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. If you are struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, or another perinatal mental health concern, call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773 or visit Postpartum Support International. You can also call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you are in immediate danger or believe you may act on thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. You do not have to walk through this alone.

3. 

   12 Oct 2026

   48. Postpartum Freezer Meals Are Life Savers! 5 Easy Recipes to Make and Freeze This Week

   ***The Recipes discussed in this podcast episode are at the end of these shownotes!* Hi Mama, Are you already overwhelmed by everything that comes with postpartum life and wondering how you’re possibly going to keep everyone fed when you’re exhausted, emotional, and running on very little sleep? Have you ever reached the end of a long newborn day, someone asks “What’s for dinner?” and you realize that figuring out one more thing feels completely impossible? What if preparing just a few simple meals ahead of time could give your future self one less decision, one less burden, and one little reminder that someone is taking care of you, too? In this episode, we're talking about why postpartum freezer meals can be such a powerful support tool, five easy recipes you can prepare ahead of time, and how taking care of your future self can make a bigger difference than you realize. I share from my own postpartum depression journey and how overwhelming even basic tasks like making dinner could become when I was dealing with anxiety, sadness, exhaustion, and emotional overload. We’ll talk about why freezer meals can help reduce decision fatigue and why I think of them as a gift from the past version of yourself to the future version of yourself. Then I’m sharing five practical, comforting freezer meals: chicken enchilada casserole, turkey meatball pasta bake, slow cooker chicken fajitas, breakfast egg muffin cups, and creamy chicken and wild rice soup. We’ll talk about why each one works so well for postpartum life, from easy reheating and family-friendly ingredients to meals you can throw into the slow cooker or grab quickly on a busy morning. I’ll also share three simple tips for making freezer meals happen without creating another overwhelming project: you don’t need to make twenty meals, you should choose foods your family actually likes, and accepting help is part of healing. Because postpartum support isn’t about doing everything perfectly. Sometimes it looks like opening your freezer and realizing, “I already took care of dinner.” Mama, your baby needs you, your family needs you, but you need care, too. Preparing food for yourself is not selfish. Accepting help is not weakness. And making life a little easier where you can is wisdom. You are worth taking care of, your needs matter, and you deserve support in this season, too. You've Got This Mama! Love, Stephanie Connect with Me: Email me at hello@stephaniehathaway.net Listen to the podcast: Overcoming Postpartum Depression Podcast Next Steps: Join our private Facebook support group for encouragement, validation, weekly devotionals, practical tips, and connection with other moms: Join the Overcoming Postpartum Depression Support Group Disclaimer: This podcast is based on personal experience and research and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. I am not a doctor or licensed therapist. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance specific to your situation. If you are struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, or another perinatal mental health concern, call or text Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773 or visit Postpartum Support International. You can also call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you are in immediate danger or believe you may act on thoughts of harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. You do not have to walk through this alone. ***Please note - NONE of these recipes were created by me, they are all variations of passed down family recipes or reciepes given to me by friends and all can be altered to your taste (for example, my family leaves out the beans - others don't like bell peppers!)*** 1. Chicken Enchilada Casserole Ingredients: 3 cups cooked shredded chicken 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 2 cans (10 oz each) red enchilada sauce 10–12 flour tortillas 1 can black bea

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