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ChristiTutionalist Politics | Christian Perspectives on Constitutional IssuesChristiTutionalist Politics (S2ESepSpecial4) Tracking Our Inner Animal w/ Leslee Hall"GIVE FEEDBACK (no-reply-text (2-way comm: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact))"CTP S2ESepSpecial4 NOTES ( listen (Wed Sep 25 2024 and thereafter) at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/episodes/15814427-christitutionalist-politics-s2esepspecial4-tracking-our-inner-animal-w-leslee-hall )... ChristiTutionalist Politics (S2ESepSpecial4) Tracking Our Inner Animal w/ Leslee Hall See buzzsprout Transcript for full Show Notes and Transcript Bonus Leslee Hall author of: "Tracking Our Inner Animal" joins to talk dealing with Addiction, Human-Psychology, bits of Human-History, and Human-Nature. We like to think/tout how we are the Highest form of Life (atop the Life-Cycle/Food-Chain) here on Earth - a Species apart: HUMAN. However...
2024-09-2541 min
Narrate ChurchThe Gospel According to MatthewThe Gospel According to Matthew read by Nathan, Ashley, Steve, Anna, Roxanne, Nick, Shari, Troy, Abbie, Derek, Jill, Bob, Alex, JoLin, Karen, Bill, Alex, Tiffany, Jenn, Andy, Darrel, Justine, Linnea, Carol, Karin, Tiffany, Donnie, David, Jheri, Chris, Elsie, Amy, Christian, Susie, Jeff, Dave, Sheila, Leslee, Tristan, Sean, Angie, Travis, Connie, Mark, Coty, Roy, Matt, Rex, Bob, Anna, Mike, Brian, Jeff, Kim, Dave, Hannah, Janel, Jenica, Lexsey, Kyle, Klint, and Tyler, Nicole, Kelly, Seth, Betsy, Tim, Kathy, Scott, Brandon, Shannin, Lindsey, Jim, Chris, Katie, Jessica, Alissa, Amy, Jake, Brandon, Carol, Jacyln, Jesika, Tim, John, Theresa, Cole, Stacy, Steve, Jasyn, Heather, Gay...
2022-08-232h 05
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyDavid PollackEpisode 105
David Pollack was one of the most dominating defensive players during his time at the University of Georgia. A three-time All-American and three-time All-Southeastern Conference selection, Pollack was selected in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals. His career came to an abrupt end, however, after he suffered a broken neck during his second season in the NFL.
He joins "Table Forty" with Matt and Leslee Holliday this week to talk about his career and the injury and how that experience ended up being what he considers the best thing...
2022-07-1250 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyRyan and Johnnah TheriotEpisode 102
Ryan Theriot played eight seasons in the major leagues with four different teams, including the 2011 World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals and the 2012 World Series champion San Francisco Giants. With the Cardinals, he was teammates with "Table Forty" co-host Matt Holliday, where co-host Leslee Holliday and Johnnah Theriot also became friend.
On this week's episode, Ryan talks about growing up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and what it meant to play for and win an NCAA championship at Louisiana State University. It was there that he met his wife, and they talk about raising children...
2022-06-2139 min
Rising Phoenix MovementWhat are we up to now? Rising Phoenix Movement UpdateLeslee here! We've been on a bit of a hiatus with recording episodes. But, that doesn't mean we aren't out doing as much as we can locally to help spread the message of maternal mental health. We are starting a new initiative to raise funds for parents to go through EMDR trauma therapy for PTSD. Follow us at our new IG handle @RisingPhoenixMovement! Same page, same stories, and same message. Just wanted to extend our reach outside of the podcast. Listen for a quick 10 min plug on where we are at, and message us if you know someone!
2021-12-2309 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyShane and Jess RobinsonEpisode 82
After a stellar college career at Florida State, Shane Robinson played nine seasons in the major leagues, mostly with the St. Louis Cardinals, where he was teammates and won a World Series in 2011 with "Table Forty" co-host Matt Holliday.
He and his wife Jess met while at Florida State together, and they join "Table Forty" this week to talk about marriage, life in pro baseball, and parenting. Their youngest daughter, Harper, has endured a number of surgeries during her young life, and Shane and Jess talk about how their faith in God has been...
2021-11-3047 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyLance LynnEpisode 81
Lance Lynn just completed his 10th season in the major leagues, where he put together one of the best seasons in his career and finished third in the Cy Young voting. He won a World Series in 2011 as a member of the St. Louis Cardinals, where he was teammates with Matt Holliday, and has been named an All-Star twice — in 2012 and 2021. He's finished in the top six in the Cy Young Award voting the last three seasons. As a child, Lynn and his Brownsburg, Indiana All-Star team played in the Little League World Series.
He...
2021-11-2341 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyJake CronenworthEpisode 76
Jake Cronenworth burst onto the scene in 2021 as one of the best utility players in major league baseball. In his first full season with the San Diego Padres, Cronenworth hit 21 home runs and drove in 77 runs on his way to earning his first All-Star Game selection. A standout two-way player at the University of Michigan, Cronenworth has found his niche in the majors by being able to play multiple positions.
This week, he joins the "Table Forty Podcast" to talk about his upbringing hockey-crazed Michigan and how he eventually traded the skates for cleats...
2021-10-1941 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyBrad ThompsonEpisode 72
After six seasons in the major leagues, Brad Thompson transitioned into television and radio broadcasting. He works as a color analyst for St. Louis Cardinals games for Bally Sports Midwest and is the co-host of The Fast Lane on 101 ESPN in St. Louis.
Thompson was a member of the 2006 World Series champion Cardinals team, and played with Matt Holliday briefly in 2009. The two have remained friends ever since and Matt appears as a frequent guest on Thompson's radio show. He joins Matt and Leslee on Table Forty to talk about his career on and...
2021-09-2839 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyOliver and Amber MarmolEpisode 63
Oliver Marmol is the bench coach for the St. Louis Cardinals, a role he's held since 2016, and he's one of the youngest coaches in the major leagues. He and his wife Amber met while in high school and dated long distance while Amber was at University of Central Florida and Oliver was playing baseball at College of Charleston.
Oliver was drafted out of high school in the 31st round by the Pittsburgh Pirates, but elected to attend college instead. He was then drafted in the sixth round by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2007 and...
2021-07-2752 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyBlake HawksworthEpisode 59
Blake Hawksworth knows what it's like to experience the highs and lows of athletics. Rated as one of the top high school pitchers in the 2001 Major League Baseball draft class, Hawksworth was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in 28th round that summer. He instead enrolled at Bellevue Community College in Washington state, where he played for one season before signing with the St. Louis Cardinals. After just two seasons, Baseball America rated him as the top prospect in the Cardinals' organization.
Injuries plagued his career, though, and limiting him to three seasons in...
2021-06-2938 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyChris and Liz YoungEpisode 56
After a successful 13-year career in the major leagues, Chris Young was hired in December as the general manager of the Texas Rangers, where he started his playing career in 2004. Just four years removed from playing, he's able to provide a unique perspective on the game in his new role.
He joined the Table Forty podcast to talk with Matt and Leslee Holliday about lessons he's learned in leadership from his time in baseball, how he carries himself with character in his job, and how a good work ethic is what leads someone to...
2021-06-0850 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyTrevor StoryEpisode 55
Trevor Story is one of the premier shortstops in baseball. A two-time All-Star and Silver Slugger Award winner, Story is the face of the Colorado Rockies.
He led the National League in steals during the shortened 2020 season and since his debut in 2016, he's remained relatively consistent as a hitter and defender. He's relied on his faith the entire way.
He talks with Matt and Leslee this week about his upbringing in the faith, how it's gotten him through the tougher times in his career, his marriage, the heart of service his parents...
2021-06-0129 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyMark and Mary Catherine MelanconEpisode 54
Wherever he's gone in his career, Mark Melancon has found success. In his first year with the San Diego Padres, he currently leads the major leagues in saves and was named the National League Reliever of the Month for the month of April.
He and his wife Mary Catherine join the podcast to talk about how they met, what their 13-year major league journey has been like with Mark playing for several different teams, and how they've used their platform to share their faith.
Mary Catherine was a college athlete, playing water...
2021-05-2540 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyMason RudolphEpisode 52
One of the most accomplished quarterbacks in the Big 12 in recent memory, Mason Rudolph now plays quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, serving as Ben Roethlisberger's backup. Rudolph starred at Oklahoma State from 2014-17, where he was the 2017 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award winner, given annually to the nation's top senior college quarterback.
He was named the 2017 Fellowship of Christian Athletes Bobby Bowden Award winner and was also named the 2017 Camping World Bowl Game Most Valuable Player. He was drafted in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Pittsburg Steelers, where he's made...
2021-05-1139 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyClayton and Ellen KershawEpisode 51
Clayton Kershaw is one of the best pitchers in the major leagues, and he and his wife Ellen work to have as much success in humanitarian efforts off the field.
A three-time Cy Young Award winner, eight-time All-Star, and 2020 World Series winner, the Los Angeles Dodgers star and his wife participate in a number of charity and missions projects each year through his organization Kershaw's Challenge. They've been on several international relief trips and since the 2013 season, he's hosted a ping-pong tournament called Ping "Pong 4 Purpose" that features high profile celebrities and raises money...
2021-05-0431 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyDaniel and Tori MurphyEpisode 50
Daniel and Tori Murphy have been through a lot together — a 12-year baseball career, three children, and a couple breakups early on that brought both of them closer to Christ and each other. They joined Matt and Leslee to talk about all of that much more.
Throughout his 12-year major league career, Daniel was selected to three All-Star Games, won the Silver Slugger Award twice and was the 2015 National League Championship Series MVP with the New York Mets.
During his career, he and Tori were active in giving back to the communities wh...
2021-04-2741 min
Rising Phoenix MovementMama Bear Your Mental HealthIn this episode, Leslee talks with us about the importance of self love and healing on your journey through and after a perinatal mood disorder. She emphasizes the importance of treating your mental health like a mama bear treats her children. Protect it, and remember how important and worthy you are!
2021-04-1429 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyBrian and Diana RobertsEpisode 45
Brian Roberts played 14 season in the major leagues, mostly with the Baltimore Orioles, where he was named an All-Star in 2005 and 2007. He spent his final season with the New York Yankees.
He and his wife Diana married in 2009.
In this conversation, they talk with Matt and Leslee about their faith, their marriage, and how God is at the center of it all. Matt and Brian reminisce on some baseball memories, and the Roberts family talks about parenthood and adopting a child.
The four of them also share some fun stories a...
2021-02-1640 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyMike and Michelle ShildtEpisode 41
Mike Shildt is the manager of the St. Louis Cardinals, a role he's been in since July 2018 when he took over for Mike Matheny. He's been in baseball his whole career, including time spent as the manager of the Memphis Redbirds and as an assistant coach at a number of minor league organizations. He also served as an assistant coach at the University of Charlotte and had a successful head coaching career at West Charlotte High School.
He was named National League Manager of the Year with the Cardinals after helping lead them to...
2021-01-1950 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortySkip and Lindsey SchumakerEpisode 39
Skip Schumaker is a former Major League Baseball player whose career spanned 11 seasons, including stints with the St. Louis Cardinals, Los Angeles Dodgers and Cincinnati Reds. He was a member of two World Series championship teams with the Cardinals in 2006 and 2011, when he was a teammate with Matt Holliday.
The San Diego Padres hired Schumaker in 2017, a little more than a year after he retired, as their first-base coach, a role he served in until the 2020 season, when he was promoted to associate manager.
Skip and his wife, Lindsey, have remained good...
2021-01-0553 min
Sports Spectrum’s Table FortyTrevor and Lindsey RosenthalEpisode 26
We continue our series of conversations centered around the MLB postseason and today we welcome Matt's former teammate with the Cardinals, current San Diego Padres closer Trevor Rosenthal and his wife Lindsey.
Today on the show, Matt and Leslee talk to Trevor and Lindsey about their relationship, marriage, the postseason and how they trusted in God during a difficult time in Trevor's baseball career.
Table Forty is part of the Sports Spectrum Podcast Network. For more stories of sports and faith, check out SportsSpectrum.com.
2020-10-0649 min
The Lindsey Elmore ShowFitness for every woman. Interviews with Dr. Stacie Graham and Leslee Bender.In episode 16 of The Lindsey Elmore Show, Lindsey chats with two fitness experts about how to make it accessible and attainable for every woman. They talk about how to conquer fitness stereotypes despite age, race or sex. Dr. Stacie Graham tells us all about her OYA Retreats, which are immersive, holistic wellness events for black women and women of color. She strives to stretch her reach to all yoginis of color, reaching their body, mind and spirit. Rooted in healing and growth, these retreats provide a safe space and community for women of color to feel supported in their processes...
2020-05-2746 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 53 - Brielle The Calming DoulaBrielle is a passionate doula with a goal to create a safe space for moms to process their birth, prepare for the unexpected and have someone by their side to create a healing experience. No matter what challenges come up. Having experienced an unhealthy relationship in college that lead to sexual abuse - Brielle has learned that even a doctors exam can trigger emotions for her. She wanted to become a doula after always being fascinated by childbirth, but also to create a safe space for moms who have experienced trauma and want to feel heard. She has such...
2020-05-1852 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 52 - Lizzie Langston - The Postpartum Coach - Put Yourself FirstLizzie Langston is a mom to three kids, wife to a bearded hunk, and an AZ native living in Denver. After struggling twice with postpartum anxiety and depression, and after trying antidepressants, therapy and postpartum support groups, Lizzie found healing through the cognitive-based tools of Life Coaching. In 2018 she became a Certified Life Coach and now offers remote, flexible coaching for moms in postpartum struggle. She’s absolutely passionate about helping moms stay afloat mentally and emotionally postpartum. She shares with us her story of finding strength to get out of the depths. Lizzie begs of moms to put th...
2020-05-1130 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 50 - Denise Wiesner - Fertility Expert on Putting Intimacy Back into Baby MakingDenise Wiesner, fertility and intimacy expert, gets real with us about how struggles with fertility can cause shame and dissolve intimacy. Sex can become associated with failure or loss after infertility. Making a baby can take center stage and we can lose the intimacy behind it all. She shares with us what to do when you feel like your body isn't yours anymore. Let's be honest, we all want to learn more about how to keep things alive in the bedroom with your partner. Especially after we start having children. I am usually a bit shy about this topic...
2020-04-2744 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 49 - Yasmin's Story - A Mother's AdvocateYasmin has no history of mental illness when she got pregnant. When she had to adjust from having one child, to two... it hit her. She experienced postpartum anxiety, OCD and rage. She felt like there was something wrong with her, she sought help from medical professionals. However, Yasmin fell through the cracks. Despite that, she fought hard and kept pushing for help. Yasmin is a fearless advocate for maternal mental health on social media. She is a voice of strength, vulnerability and isn't afraid to speak the truth about the darkness that is called postpartum.
2020-04-2033 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 48 - Madi's Story - Sexual Abuse Survivor & AdvocateMadi sheds light on how being a survivor of sexual abuse can change the process of becoming a mom, and surface trauma. Madi was sexually abused in high school. It wasn't until she got pregnant and had to go get cervical exams that she was to triggered, she began to hate being pregnant. Madi talks about her experience, and the process she is taking to heal and grieve her father's passing as well. Her brave story sheds light on how sexual abuse creates a void in motherhood, and the inability to enjoy simple things. If you are experiencing any...
2020-04-1335 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 47 - Dr. Jessica Hayman - Mama Love NutritionDr. Jessica Hayman chats with us about her "why" behind her MamaLove supplement. Having suffered through postpartum depression, she had a new passion for helping moms navigate a healthy way to balance their mood disorders. She created the MamaLove supplement to nourish mamas for the daily demands of motherhood. Specifically formulated to help replenish and re-balance a mom’s biochemistry, delivered in easy-to-take, easy-to-remember supplement form, every supplement is safe for breastfeeding moms, and gentle on adult and baby tummies. The world needs healthy moms: we contribute by helping moms feel better from day one. Dr. Hayman practices out of...
2020-04-0640 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 46 - Ryanne's Story - Under PressureRyanne brought such a breath of fresh air to social media when she started her page @honestlymomma! After experiencing postpartum after her 3rd child, she got exhausted following all of the influencer and mommy blogger pages and feeling like she wasn't enough. She's spent the last few years with a mission to stop the stigma of "perfection" in being a mom. And keeping it real. So much of our social media and "front" we put on contributes to our anxiety and depression. Ryanne challenges us all to be real, to go one day at a time, to focus on what y...
2020-03-3050 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 45 - Evi's Story - If There's Even a Question in your Mind - Seek Help!Evi became a mom in her early 20's. After holding in her depression, anxiety and postpartum rage/anger - she started to have hallucinations. She realized she needed help. She moved closer to her family and support system, went to a psychiatrist, started medication and was on her journey of healing. Evi's most powerful statement during this podcast was to love yourself. She urges any moms out there that have the slightest question that they are experiencing postpartum, of any kind, to get help! Speak up, tell someone how you are feeling so you can get the help you n...
2020-03-2352 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 44 - Katie's Story - In Memory of Baby Kooper - Part Two - Rainbow BabyIn this two-part podcast, Katie shares her experience of being 24 weeks pregnant and feeling intense pain. That pain and concern led her to labor and delivery. The birth experience was traumatic, emotional and put Katie into shock. She then delivered Kooper at 24 weeks. This then lead to a long road of having a NICU baby. Katie walks us through the mix of emotions she went through as a NICU mom. The pain, fear, hope, moments of peace. This journey ultimately lead to the loss of Kooper after many ups and downs. Katie explains the feelings only a mom could feel...
2020-03-1734 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 44 - Katie's Story - In Memory of Baby Kooper - Part OneIn this two-part podcast, Katie shares her experience of being 24 weeks pregnant and feeling intense pain. That pain and concern led her to labor and delivery. The birth experience was traumatic, emotional and put Katie into shock. She then delivered Kooper at 24 weeks. This then lead to a long road of having a NICU baby. Katie walks us through the mix of emotions she went through as a NICU mom. The pain, fear, hope, moments of peace. This journey ultimately lead to the loss of Kooper after many ups and downs. Katie explains the feelings only a mom could feel...
2020-03-161h 16Rising Phoenix MovementEpisode 43 - Dr. Allyce K Jones - What to Expect at Your Mental Health VisitDr. Jones is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner specializing in women’s mental health. Her clinic, Felicity Women's Center, is located in South Jordan, Utah. However, she offers telemed services as well. She provides specialty psychiatric care to women who are planning to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, or perimenopausal. She also provides services to women experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Dr. Jones talked with us about what your visit will look like, and how she feels it is so important to take care of yourself. She has so many great resources and recommendations. We are honored to ha...
2020-03-0922 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 42 - Nikki's Story - You Don't Have to Keep Suffering Like ThisNikki experienced some postpartum depression symptoms after her 3rd pregnancy. She felt a heavy load, and so much anger. After her family stepped in and mentioned their concern for her, she sought help. She felt so much anxiety that she wasn't enough, and was failing. Throughout her healing process she became a sleep expert and coach. Nikki talks about how consulting for other mamas has really assisted her in the healing process. She urges mamas to communicate with their partner, and give your OB the details. Speak up - you don't have to keep suffering like this.
2020-03-0237 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 41 - Shelsie's Story - Postpartum Anxiety, Anger & Constant Health Struggles for LiamShelsie experienced a traumatic yet quick birth for her second born, Liam. After countless health struggles, and feeling like the doctors weren't taking them seriously, she came to a space of anger and resentment. Shelsie recognized it wasn't normal for her to be feeling that way, and went to her doctor for some support. She begs moms out there to get help the moment you feel off, there is no shame in taking care of it right away. There are so many options out there, and you have to be your own advocate. Speak up!
2020-02-241h 14Rising Phoenix MovementEpisode 40 - Mom Genes Fight PPD - Stopping Postpartum Depression Starts HereMom Genes Fight PPD is a research study developed by Postpartum Depression: Action Towards Causes and Treatment (PACT) Consortium, an international group of academic clinicians and scientists committed to understanding the interaction of genes and environment to predict which women are at risk of postpartum depression (PPD). We sat down with Dr. Samantha Meltzer-Brody (University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill) and Kinley Legrange to talk about how this study came to life. We encourage all moms who feel they have suffered any maternal mood disorder, even 20 years ago, to download the Mom Genes app and take the quick s...
2020-02-1732 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 39 - Lindsay Aerts - You Can Still Love Your Children and Not Love MotherhoodLindsay, the host of the KSL Mom Show, shares her story of motherhood in such a bold way. From her experience with postpartum anxiety and OCD to intrusive thoughts. Linsday felt like she was going crazy. What she expected motherhood to be like was the total opposite of what she experienced. We loved how Lindsay brought light to the perception we all have on media now days, that motherhood is perfect or easy. Lindsay finds fulfillment in being a working mom, and felt like she was broken because she didn't fit the mold of being a stay at home...
2020-02-1043 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 38 - Karla's Story - Open the Door to Everyone Who Wants to Help YouKarla experienced a rough go when she became a mom. With a previous history of anxiety, her emotions were on full blown survival mode. Karla began to have intrusive thoughts that scared her, and then brought her to a place of feeling so much shame. After being so sleep deprived, emotions and all of the trauma and change - she finally started to do everything she could to get better. Karla shares some key advice she received, and says to please accept help from those who show up for you! "Don't lose your voice when you become a mom!"...
2020-02-0336 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 37 - Alli’s Story - Ectopic Pregnancy - You Know Your Body - Trust itAllison tells her experience with having an ectopic pregnancy with her second pregnancy. She talks about how she knew something was wrong in the beginning. How she wishes she would have pushed harder to find out what was going on, instead of trusting the typical doctor visits. She encourages moms out there to trust their bodies, and intuition. To speak up for what you need, and to trust yourself.
2020-01-2739 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 36 - Stephanie & Jesse's Story - Recurrent Pregnancy Loss & the Faith to Keep GoingStephanie and her husband Jesse joined us to share their story about recurrent pregnancy loss. Stephanie talks about how people don't speak up enough on this topic. She feels that miscarriage is kept quiet because "I wasn't that far along". She wants to let women know that it is still a loss, no matter how far along you are. Loss is loss. She did not want to suffer silently and wanted to create a space where other moms can talk about their loss, struggles and infertility. She has created a beautiful social presence where we have followed her IVF...
2020-01-2055 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 35 - Melissa's Story - At-Home Birth & Healing From the AftermathMelissa did just about everything to prepare for an at-home birth. From hypno-birth classes, meditations, etc. She was surrounded by an RN, Doula and Midwife while she delivered her daughter, Lydia, at home. The baby was wrapped in the umbilical cord - which led to a very traumatic birth and the baby being rushed to the hospital. Melissa had to stay home while Lydia was rushed to the hospital and she did not see her baby for 3 days while she healed at home. Melissa talks about the harsh thoughts she had during her healing process, the postpartum treatment she...
2020-01-0635 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 34 - Melanie's Story - Miscarriage & Medication StigmasMelanie experienced a massive change going from one child to two. She had extreme depression, and realized she could not go through this on her own. Melanie was told by a friend that it was just as important to take medication for depression, as it is for diabetes. She learned that day how important it was to take care of herself. She has learned it does not serve her to hold it in, and try to do it alone. After a miscarriage, it broker her heart to try and explain to her two kids why mom no longer had...
2019-12-3041 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 33 - Danielle's Story - The Unfamiliar Mom AcademyWe are SO happy to have been able to podcast with Danielle! She has been a huge support for so many women on her social media page as well as her Unfamiliar Mom Academy course. She started The Unfamiliar Mom Academy because when she had her first baby - she was shocked! No one told her how hard it would be. She struggled with breastfeeding, felt miserable about the whole experience. She said it was "the worst experience" for her. And now she feels like it was a blessing in disguise. Back when she had her baby, there was hardly...
2019-12-2332 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 32- Neena's Story - A True WarriorJust over five years ago, Neena was pregnant with her first child, Indira. At 37 weeks, she noticed her daughter wasn't moving as much. Something didn't feel right. She went into labor and delivery, and they could not find a heartbeat. She then delivered her daughter, and a world of trauma followed. Neena urges moms to follow your instincts, who cares if you're the crazy pregnant lady. Neena has been very open about her experience via social media and changed so many lives. She has since had two beautiful boys, miscarriages, brain surgery and a recent pregnancy complication which resulted in...
2019-12-161h 05Rising Phoenix MovementEpisode 31 - Krista's Story - Multiples, NICU Babies & How to Support Her Through ItKrista has two sets of twins, and a five year old. After giving birth to her last set of twins, she has learned more than she ever wanted to about the trails of having NICU babies. Krista shares about the birth story, struggles of balancing life at the NICU for months - and having three children home as well. Krista and her husband have so much on their plate, and she wanted to share her story in the middle of it all in hopes to help other moms know things she wishes she had known. Krista shares tips for...
2019-12-091h 21Rising Phoenix MovementEpisode 30 - Kim's Story - I Want to Share My Sister's StoryKim's sister Mindy struggled with extreme postpartum psychosis, and seeing her sister struggle has changed her forever . Kim shares the story of how her sister did the best she could to fight through it. After many struggles, traumatic events and so much more, Mindy took her own life on December 6, 2017. Kim urges moms to seek help and to keep going. To find support, to hold on. Kim shared that Mindy had a supportive, loving family with no childhood trauma. That it was not the way she was raised that caused her to go into such a deep depression. Postpartum...
2019-12-0651 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 29 - Amanda's Story - Mighty Milo - The Heartache of Infant LossIn the middle of her grieving, Amanda reached out to us wanting to share her story for all the moms out there who need to hear from someone going through it right this moment. Rather than later, after some healing and time. Amanda was just 24 weeks pregnant when she went into pre-term labor. Milo was born a few days later on August 1, 2019. Amanda and her husband Skyler went through a roller coaster of emotions and experiences during the few weeks they were at the hospital fighting for Milo's life. After a hard battle, Milo passed on from this life...
2019-12-021h 27Rising Phoenix MovementEpisode 28 - Jessica's Story - Postpartum Depression, Miscarriage & Secondary InfertilityJessica is a mom of three and has been through many trials to get her little family here. She opens up about how her depression started before her first daughter was born, when she found out that she was breech and wouldn't be able to deliver as planned. She struggled through the first year of her daughters life attributing her feelings to "just being a new mom" but after her second daughter was born and the depression returned she took action and got on medication to start to heal. Jessica shares how she suffered multiple miscarriages and secondary infertility but was...
2019-11-1837 min
The Happiplace Podcast#26 - The StigmaThis week we are back with Leslee and Lindsey of the Rising Phoenix podcast talking about the stigma surrounding mental health. Join us for a very juicy conversation.
Email - thehappiplaceproject@gmail.com
Facebook - @thehappiplace
Instagram - @thehappiplaceprojct
Show notes:
Find Leslee and Lindsey - Instagram @risingphoenixpodcast and listen to the Rising Phoenix podcast wherever you're listening to this podcast!
2019-11-1653 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 27 - Brooke and Justin - You Just Have to Make it ThroughBrooke and Justin have faced so much adversity during their years of having babies. Job loss, anxiety, living with Brooke's parents, hospitalizing their newborn, breastfeeding struggles and more. They both experienced anxiety and depression as a result of the crazy whirlwind of becoming parents. The perfect storm of chaos caused Brooke's postpartum depression and anxiety to be so intense she finally had a breakdown. Brooke is not one to ask for help, and finally going to the doctor made all the difference for her. Justin talks about how being a dad and dealing with the aftermath of all of...
2019-11-121h 05Rising Phoenix MovementEpisode 26 - Courtney's Story - Something's Gotta GiveAfter an emergency c-section, Courtney experienced extreme sadness. She didn't feel like taking care of her son, or doing anything at all. Her son, Cael, had multiple health problems and surgeries. After all of this, Courtney and her husband decided to try for a second child. For the last several years they have tried just about every route of infertility treatments and none have been successful. Courtney shares her journey through all of it, and her hope that something has to give.
2019-11-0440 minThe Happiplace Podcast#25 - Working MomsThis week we are joined by the lovely ladies at the Rising Phoenix podcast! Leslee and Lindsey are both working moms who are creating a safe space for all mothers and especially those who have struggled with post part depression. This week we talk about working moms and the stigmas surrounding them.
Topics include:
Are you going to go back to work after you have the baby? Mom and dad can hardly wait for school to start again. Creating balance. Doing something for you! and so much more...
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2019-11-0342 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 25 - Lena & Brigham - If You Love Me, Don't Let Go. It Will Get Better.Lena and Brigham share with us their journey together through postpartum anxiety/depression. It took Lena almost 6 years to seek help for her depression. Lena talks about how she didn't seek help because of her fears of having her baby taken away, or judgement. Or the doctors not believing her. After she sought help, she urges moms to keep looking for the right therapist or doctor. To not give up because you don't click with your current provider. That it is worth the search. Brigham, her husband, shares some real talk to all the husbands and partners out there o...
2019-10-2150 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 24 - Kate Arquilla with Bumble BabyKate is a mama of two, NICU RN, certified CPR instructor, breastfeeding counselor +certified sleep consultant- a "mom coach" dedicated to making the road to motherhood a bit smoother. She combines her expertise in these areas + her experience as a breastfeeding and supplementing mom to best prepare new parents for parenthood with a realistic and non-judgemental approach. She offers services in sleep consulting, breastfeeding counseling, infant and child CPR, and one-on-one coaching.
Kate tells us about how she came to start her business, Bumble Baby, and also shares with us her own experience with postpartum depression. She remi...
2019-10-1430 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 23 - Tara's Story - Don't Be Afraid to FeelTara, mother of 6 children, takes us on her journey through postpartum depression. So many hard trials happening consecutively caused her to spiral into a dark place. She talks about losing her parents, grieving their loss, unemployment, loss of a 20 week old baby, health problems and friendships dwindling all because of what she was going through. With the help of her attentive and thoughtful doctor she received support and was able to find her way out of the dark rabbit hole she was in. She reminds us that allowing yourself to feel those hard feelings rather than pushing them away, makes...
2019-10-0741 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 22 - Jessie's Story - Healing After Experiencing a StillbirthAfter a devastating loss of her son Keith, at 22 weeks, Jessie struggled to move on. Jessie is candid about how difficult it was to leave the hospital with no baby. In the thick of grief, Jessie finds strength to continue growing her family. One year after the loss of her son, she had a newborn. This is when her postpartum depression set in. She thought it was regular grief, and didn't see what it really was. She was secluding herself, not talking to her husband about her feelings, or anyone. She felt totally numb and wanting to protect herself...
2019-10-0133 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 21 - Rachel's Story - The Sun is Going to Come Out AgainRachel is a mother of six, who experienced postpartum depression and suicidal thoughts. In this episode she shares with us how support from her family and taking medication helped her through the struggle. With her children ranging in age from 18 years to 6 months she is savoring her youngest baby and enjoying every moment. Rachel shares some great advice and reminds us that this hard time in your life is temporary. Just hold on, it will get better.
2019-09-1640 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 20 - The Postpartum Revolution - Doula's Making a DifferenceThe Postpartum Revolution founders, JaTem & Jazmin, met while at a Doula training and the rest is history! They are determined to educate new moms, and all of her tribe, on how to navigate postpartum life. The two of them have created The Postpartum Revolution conference, which will happen in Provo, Utah on September 28, 2019. The conference sold out quickly, showing how much that community needs resources and support for women who are postpartum. They still have virtual tickets available via their website for those who still wish to be a part of this incredible event.
JaTem & Jazmin both s...
2019-09-0944 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 19 - Sam's Story - It's OK To Do It Your WayIn this episode, Sam talks about how the overwhelming life change of having her baby rocked her. We talk about everything from her birth experience to feeding her baby to going back to work. Sam shares how deciding to stop breastfeeding was the best decision she ever made for her family. It helped her to not feel trapped and allowed others in her family to build a special bond with her daughter. Sam offered great insight about how you don't have to do things the way your mom or your sister did. It's OK to do it your way. And ou...
2019-09-0248 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 18 - Kelsie's Story - Just Talk to SomeoneKelsie suffered from postpartum depression and anxiety with all three of her daughters. She shares how the guilt and shame she felt from her anger led to self hate, and intrusive/suicidal thoughts. She found support through friendships in her community and healing through finally opening up to just one person, and then another and another. Kelsie reminds us that we have the right to fight for ourselves and if we can't do it for ourselves ask someone else to fight for you. You are worth fighting for and your family wants you to fight!
2019-08-2649 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 17 - Leesa's Story - From The Outside Looking In. How Did I Miss This?We got to sit down with Leesa, our host Leslee's mom and best friend. Leesa shares her side of Leslee's postpartum experience. Leesa and Leslee have been very close all of her life. Yet, when it came time for PPD to hit, neither of them noticed. How did we both miss it? And how did Leslee hide it so well that she didn't catch on? Leesa shares how that has taught her a few things about how to pay attention to those around you just a little better. How to be more conscious of new moms, dads, grandparents and...
2019-08-1924 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 16 - Whitney's Story - Your Family Needs You. No One Can Replace You!In this podcast, Whitney shares her journey of struggling to find her space of being a stay at home mom and adjusting to two children. She is a busy-body and had a lot of resentment when her second child came along for "taking away her freedom". She then realized she has postpartum depression and sought help from an incredible doctor. Whitney's story is so relate able and vulnerable. She shares some very sacred moments she had when her aunt passed away, and feeling like she didn't belong with her family anymore and feeling like she was better off, if she w...
2019-08-1451 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 15 - What We've Learned So FarWe just had a quick chat about what we have learned so far through producing this podcast. We are so grateful for all of the brave women who have been vulnerable and opened up and shared their experience with us.
2019-08-0516 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 14 - Laura Parry - LCSW - Maternal Mental Health TherapistLaura Parry has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for several years. She started at an agency that specialized in Maternal Mental Health and then went on to open her own private practice. She works with both mothers and fathers in guiding them through their postpartum journey. Maternal Mental Health is very dear to her heart. Laura is also a mother, and wants to make a difference in all things related to this topic. She shares some incredible insight and resources!
2019-07-2927 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 13 - Andrea's Story - Just BreatheAndrea always wanted to be a mom. She worked so hard to build her family even though she faced some scary challenges along the way. Andrea shares with us her journey through Postpartum Anxiety, while also battling some debilitating health problems and chronic illness. She has found help and healing through medication, therapy and finally taking time for herself. Andrea reminds us that moms need to take a minute to breathe and put ourselves in "time out." She talks about how being open about her journey has helped others find a safe space to open up and talk about what the...
2019-07-2253 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 12 - Brooklyn's Story - You Can Do Hard ThingsBrooklyn shares a very vulnerable story about intrusive thoughts, severe anxiety, traumatic childbirth, a faith crisis and doing all of the research she can to figure PPD out. Through some of that research Brooklyn found out changing her diet and finding ways to provide self care, were crucial to her survival. Brooklyn is fresh out of the darkness of PPD, her son is 7 months old and she has come a long way in those months. She begs moms to speak up, to talk about this maternal mental illness and support each other!
2019-07-1559 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 11 - Joanna's Story - Twins and Taking Care of YourselfJoanna is a nurse who shares her story of moving out of the country the same day that she found out she was pregnant with twins. Her husband was attending medical school and they were living in the Caribbean with outdated healthcare, no family and extreme living conditions. She found her OCD tendencies and anxiety were at an all time high. She used the knowledge she had as a nurse to take charge and get the care that she needed. Through medication, therapy and finding time for self care she has found healing and is feeling more like herself. Listen to he...
2019-07-0836 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 10 - JorDan's Story - Navigating Asperger's and PostpartumAfter a rushed C-Section birth, neglected hospital care and a frustrating first 6 months with her pediatrician, JorDan learned to stand up for herself and advocate for her baby. She shares about her son's Asperger's diagnosis and how she navigated her way through finding the best care for him, while battling her postpartum depression. Through the right therapy and hard work with her son she found the bond they were missing. JorDan tells us about how medication, therapy and taking time for herself as an individual has helped her heal.
2019-07-021h 16Rising Phoenix MovementEpisode 9 - Brook Dorff - PSI Utah Maternal Mental Health SpecialistBrook Dorff is PSI Utah's Maternal Mental Health Specialist. She shares statistics about maternal mental health, misconceptions related to postpartum depression/maternal mental health mood disorders, surprising stats about who is at risk for mood disorders and when. Brook is an activist for maternal mental health and has already done so much good for this topic in our community. We are honored to have her along our journey.
PSI/ Postpartum Support International has a support hotline if you need someone to talk to and for resources local to you. PSI has international support, call their help line a...
2019-06-2446 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 8 - Mary's Story - 17 Years Later, It's Time to HealFifteen years after the birth of her 4th child, Mary finally sought the therapy and help that she needed to take care of herself. She shares about divorce and losing children and how that effected her mental health. She tells us the practices that she continues to do to stay healthy.
2019-06-1731 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 7 - Toni's Story - NICU Baby and Mom GuiltToni shares with us her experience with have a premature emergency C-Section which left her baby in the NICU for several weeks. She shares the struggles of blaming herself, guilt associated to things that were out of her control and the anger that came from it. This is the first time Toni has shared her story and she realized the therapy behind being open and talking about her experience.
2019-06-1052 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 6 - Ashlyn's Story - From Euphoria to the DarknessAshlyn talks about how her postpartum got more intense with each child. It came to a head with her last child. Her brave story details postpartum psychosis and the saving grace of letting friends, family and even sometimes strangers assist her along her healing journey.
2019-06-0345 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 5 - Cirina's Story - Grieving the Loss of her Father & Postpartum AnxietyCirina's dad was a well-known OBGYN in Utah Valley. Having worked in his offices for many years, she was very aware of what PPA looked like. However, when she had it herself many years later, she did not recognize it. After losing her dad during her pregnancy, Cirina experienced some serious change and anxiety. Listen to how she is still grieving the loss of her dad and how she copes with it all.
2019-05-3153 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 4 - Amy's Story - Finding the Bravery to Open Up and ShareAmy experienced postpartum depression while living away from family, and with a husband in school full-time. She kept it to herself until one day she found herself on a walk to nowhere. She had no previous family history of mental illness, and was afraid to share her experience with her loved ones. Luckily, her husband is a child psychologist, and was able to be a support to her once she opened up and sought the help she needed. She has such a wealth of information to share! Thank you, Amy.
2019-05-1545 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 3 - Jenessa's Story - Infertility, Medications and Talking About it!Jenessa shares her story about struggling with infertility, adoption, a miracle pregnancy and the truth about postpartum depression. Hear how she found the right medication and is a firm believer in counseling/therapy. Luckily, her sister was a great support to her by being open about her struggle. The power of sharing your PPD story can save someone some serious heartache. Thank you, Jenessa!
2019-05-1532 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 2 - Lindsey's Story - Postpartum After MiscarriageOne of our hosts, Lindsey, tells her story of feeling anger and heightened emotions after her miscarriage at 14 weeks. She downplayed her emotions, not knowing it was possible to have PPD after a miscarriage. Once she knew what it was, she found ways to work through it and maintain a healthy mind.
2019-05-1520 minRising Phoenix MovementEpisode 1 - Leslee's Story - Traumatic Childbirth, Anxiety and ShameOne of our Podcast Hosts, Leslee, shares her story. Leslee lived a country away from family and friends when she had her son, RJ. She experienced severe postpartum anxiety. This lead to PTSD from a traumatic childbirth experience and the guilt and shame of PPD effects. She shares her story of how she fights the battle every day to not get back into that space.
2019-05-1231 minRising Phoenix MovementRising Phoenix - IntroductionWe are two moms who have experienced different types of maternal mental health complications. Postpartum mental health complications are the most common side effect of pregnancy, yet it goes ignored by most health providers. There is too much shame, guilt and fear around this topic. We are set to make a difference, and give maternal mental health a voice. Hear stories from different women who have been to that dark place, and have a brave story to tell. Please email us if you would like to share your experience.
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