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Woman Made Well
Welcome to ‘Woman Made Well’ with Candice Wood, a podcast that empowers women through the highs and lows of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or isolated, this is your supportive space.
Each week, we dive deep into the struggles and triumphs of motherhood; from battling postpartum depression to embracing the chaos of early motherhood, Candice explores real experiences and offers a judgement-free environment where you’re never alone. The mission is to create a welcoming and shame-free environment, where women can find practical tips, heartfelt stories, and the reassurance that they have support on this journey.
Join in for honest conversations, empowering stories, and expert advice. Discover how to manage motherhood anxieties, find your unique strengths, and navigate the challenges of parenting with confidence. You’ll leave each episode feeling understood, motivated, and equipped to embrace the beauty and challenges that come with parenting.
‘Woman Made Well’ is your companion in navigating the highs and lows of parenting, where every woman’s experience is valued and every story matters. You don't have to lose yourself to be a good mother - in fact finding yourself in motherhood will lead to your greatest joy and your children reaching their greatest potential.
Tune in every Thursday and find the support, understanding, and inspiration you need to embrace the incredible journey of motherhood.
Woman Made Well
The Who? What? Why? of Postpartum Depression
Welcome back to Woman Made Well! Today, I’m opening up about my personal journey with postpartum and the emotional rollercoaster that often comes with motherhood. As someone who helps bring babies into the world, I felt a pressure to be the “perfect” example for my clients. But my experience was far from smooth, and I realized that so many of us face these same struggles.
In this episode, we’ll dive into postpartum depression, exploring its risk factors and why it happens. I break down the three main categories that contribute to postpartum depression, shedding light on why the transition into motherhood can feel so overwhelming. Together, we’ll explore questions like: Why is motherhood so hard? What sets us up for these feelings?
I also discuss the impact of hormonal changes, the shift in daily responsibilities, and the weight of self-imposed expectations. For many of us, there’s a deep sense of mourning for our pre-motherhood selves, which can be hard to navigate but is so important to acknowledge. And of course, we’ll talk about the lack of sleep—a major factor in postpartum mental health and recovery.
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