Motherhood is beautiful—and a lot. In this episode, Dr. Laura Le sits down with Briana Sampson, LMFT, PMH-C, founder of Rooted Healing Therapy in Argyle, Texas, to talk about what it really means to be seen, supported, and less alone in pregnancy and postpartum. We dig into the difference between “baby blues” and when it’s time to seek support, how to build a practical support plan (beyond “Let me know if you need anything”), communicating needs with your partner, and the mental load no one sees. Breonna also explains trauma in plain language and how EMDR helps calm the nervous system and reshape beliefs so you can parent from peace instead of reactivity. You’ll hear real talk, compassionate tools, and the reminder that two things can be true at once—this season can be overwhelming and deeply good.
What we cover:
Baby blues vs. perinatal mood & anxiety disorders
Intrusive thoughts and when to get help
Creating a proactive, mom-centered support plan
Partner communication and the invisible mental load
Trauma 101 and EMDR—what it is and how it helps
Why you’re a “new mom” with each new baby
Connect with Briana: Rooted Healing Therapy (Argyle & Bartonville, TX) • Virtual care in TX & CA • EMDR & perinatal mental health
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