Trigger Warning: suicidal ideations, intimate partner violence, grief
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of harm to self or others call 911. The number to the national suicide prevention hotline is 800-273-8255. If you're experiencing intimate partner violence of any form call 800-799-7233 or call 911. There may be local shelters in your area also. For grief and loss visit postpartum.net and psycology today to find a therapist.
Join me every week as we listen to the stories of mamas sharing their motherhood and birth experiences. Hold space with me as we normalize these experiences and extend compassion. Hear from providers such as myself and others across the country bringing helpful tips, literature, and providing support.
This week we talk with Breana Wilson who shares her two birth experiences, struggles within a past relation, mental health journey, grief and healing. Hold space for this powerful story that's both transparent and encouraging to us all.
Bre wanted you to know:
Breana M. Wilson, M.Ed is a mother of two girls, ages 7 and 4, who prides herself on having full transparency during her motherhood journey. She works as the Early Learning and Literacy Coordinator at SC Educational Television, she is a published urban fiction author under the pseudonym Breana Morgen, and she is an active member in her community, serving on the Scholarship Committee of Ridgewood Missionary Baptist Church and an active member of the Palmetto State Literacy Association. When she is not momming or working, she enjoys spending quality time with her friends, her amazing boyfriend, and traveling to any city or state with amazing beaches! She can be reached via email at breanamwilson@yahoo.com if you need an encouraging word, an ear to vent to, or assistance with anything professionally, including the writing of your resume or interview tips.
Want to connect with me or share your birthstory and how motherhood is going for you? Reach out, I'd love to chat:
www.southeastperiantalcounseling.com
crystal@southeastperinatalcounseling.com
instagram: @birthstory.therapist
purchase my guided journal "Practically Unpacking":
https://www.amazon.com/Practically-Unpacking-Guided-Journal-Mamas/dp/B08WZF3ZKL/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=practically+unpacking&qid=1616385926&sr=8-1
This podcast doesn't replace a relationship with a licensed mental health provider. Please go to postpartum.net to locate in the directory a provider in your area.
If you are experiencing a life threatening emergency or crisis please call 911 or go to your local emergency room.
