Today on the show, we have Keya Wingfield.
Keya describes herself as a Richmonder. Chef. Entrepreneur. Instructor. Mom. This is Keya Wingfield. The culinary education is from Virginia, but the love and passion come from Bombay, where she was born and raised. But this isn't "Indian Food." It's food by an Indian. Like Keya, it's complex, diverse...and definitely bold.
Most people know her as the winner of the recent Food Network's Spring Baking Championship in Season 7. However, most people don't know that Keya and her family were experiencing a tragic loss while the episodes of the Spring Baking Champion were airing.
Trigger warning: Please be prepared as there will be some discussion that may trigger some folks.
Keya shared the maternal birth traumatic experience she had with her son Daksh, presenting post-traumatic disorder symptoms or even post-partum post-traumatic disorder. Having a c-section, her newborn being admitted to the NICU for 8 weeks, daily visits to the hospital with the fresh c-section wounds, inability to hold him, and the emotional exhaustion to deal with the stress if your baby will make it? These are all experiences that can trigger PTSD symptoms in mothers.
If you or your loved one is experiencing any of the symptoms discussed today, I urge you to seek professional help. I have included articles in the website show notes that you can learn more about maternal PTSD and how to find a trained PTSD or trauma counselor.
As we wrap up May Mental health awareness month, I want to remind you to take care of yourself. I understand your pain.
You do not have to suffer in silence. Avoiding or numbing your pain is not the solution. You will experience the impact of undealt trauma in your life at some point.
It is best to lift your chin up, acknowledge the pain, process the grief, seek professional help and work on yourself now. Your life is way too important to live in survival mode. You deserve to be thriving and live your best life now.
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