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Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD100. Motherhood Isn’t What I Thought It Would Be—When Life Looks Different Than You PlannedHave you ever looked at your life and thought, "This isn’t how I planned it"? You’re not alone.In this episode, I walk you through my own journey of learning to embrace the season I’m in—even when it looks nothing like I expected. Maybe you thought motherhood would be joyful, but instead, you're facing postpartum depression or anxiety. Maybe you feel like this season is punishment, but what if God is using it as preparation? I’ll share how He’s reshaping my perspective, the powerful lessons from One Thousand Gifts, and how even the wil...2025-03-1437 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD99: Stop Speaking Defeat: How to Align Your Words with God’s PromisesHave you ever caught yourself speaking defeat over your own life? What if the words you declare are shaping your reality more than you realize?Our words have power—what we repeatedly say shapes our mindset, emotions, and even our faith. In this episode, we dive into Proverbs 18:21, the impact of speaking fear over our lives, and how to shift our words to align with God's truth. I’ll also share my personal experience with intrusive thoughts and how declaring, “I don’t sleep well,” fueled my anxiety. Let’s learn together how to speak life instead of death ove...2025-02-1427 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD98: Stuck in the Darkness: Why This Won't Last ForeverEver felt like you’re trapped in a season of darkness that will never end? You’re not alone.Postpartum depression and anxiety can make it feel like you’ll never see the light again. In this episode, we explore why those feelings of forever aren’t true, how to recognize the seasons of life God leads us through, and practical ways to hold onto hope—even in the hardest moments.Take Action: Struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, or OCD and need support? We’re here to help! You can now text...2025-02-1046 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD97: From Clarity to Confusion: Intrusive Thoughts or Your Own? How to Tell the DifferenceEver had a thought so disturbing that you wondered, What does this say about me? Am I going crazy? You're not alone. Intrusive thoughts can be confusing, distressing, and make you question who you really are. In this episode, we break down the difference between intrusive thoughts and your own true thoughts, why they show up, and how to stop them from taking over your peace.Take Action: Struggling with intrusive thoughts and need support? We’re here to help! You can now text Arielle directly with your questions, learn more about co...2025-01-3122 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD96: Beyond the Worry: Postpartum OCD and AnxietyFeeling like you constantly need to check on your baby? Having scary thoughts that make you anxious? You are not alone. In this episode, we explore postpartum OCD and anxiety, shedding light on these common yet misunderstood struggles for new moms.Join Arielle as she shares her personal experience with postpartum OCD and anxiety. This episode is for any new mom who feels overwhelmed, anxious, or has intrusive thoughts about herself or her baby. It's time to break the silence and find support.Take Action: Visit ariellewozniak.com and schedule a free...2024-08-0229 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD94: My Daughter Is Deaf, I’m Dying, and My World Is Falling ApartIn the aftermath of giving birth less than 24 hours earlier, I found myself on the verge of a crisis. Despite losing a significant amount of blood, my doctor chose not to proceed with a blood transfusion against the advice of the nurses. As I grappled with this decision, another blow hit – my newborn daughter failed not one, not two, but three hearing tests. The weight of potential deafness for her and the looming threat of my own mortality left me feeling like my world was unraveling. To add to the chaos, I was discharged from the hospital, left to na...2024-08-0227 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD86: Welcome to Defeat Postpartum Depression | How And Why We Help Postpartum MomsIn this podcast episode, Arielle provides a reintroduction to Defeat Postpartum Depression.
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2024-08-0242 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD95: Permission to Take Medication Granted | Which Antidepressant is Best for Postpartum Depression?Struggling with the decision to take medication for postpartum depression or anxiety? You're not alone. In this episode, mental health coach and mom of three, Arielle, gets real about her own journey with medication. For years, she (like many of her clients!) held the belief that medication was a sign of weakness.
But guess what? That's simply not true!
Join Arielle for an open and honest conversation about depression and anxiety medication. This episode will explore:
Why the decision to take medication can feel so difficult for many moms.
The stigma surrounding medication and...2024-06-0341 min
The Executive Coach for Moms PodcastFrom Surviving to Thriving: Navigating Postpartum Mental Health - with Arielle Wozniak (Transition to Motherhood Series #5)In the fifth episode of the Transition to Motherhood Series, Leanna is joined by Arielle Wozniak, a Health Coach who has triumphed over postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD. Arielle shares her personal story as a two-time survivor of postpartum mental health challenges and how it fueled her passion for guiding mothers through these turbulent times towards a fulfilling motherhood experience. With a focus on recognizing symptoms and practical strategies for moving from surviving to thriving, she provides a foundational understanding of postpartum mental health while sharing actionable steps forward. This conversation promises insights, empathy, and empowerment for every mother...2024-05-1659 minDefeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD93: How To Heal From Health AnxietyThis episode is a continuation from episode 92. In this episode, Arielle discusses her top tips for managing health anxiety. Listen in and get ready to take action. If you need support managing health anxiety, we're here for you.
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IG: @ariellewozniak2024-01-1438 min
Worthy Mother PodcastMental Health Awareness & Support in Motherhood with Arielle WozniakToday (October 10th) is World Mental Health Day, and in this episode we are getting into all things maternal mental health with Mental Health Coach and postpartum depression survivor Arielle Wozniak. I believe in the power of sharing our stories to positively impact the lives of other moms, and this conversation is full of transparent reflections and relatable experiences that are sure to help any mom who has dealt with mental health struggles, or knows someone who has, feel less alone. In this episode Arielle and I talk about:The reality that depression and anxiety look d...2023-10-1053 min