Today we're chatting with my friend Amanda Gurman. Amanda is a full time working mom who's passionate about discussing the "taboo" topics of motherhood.
Today we chat about:
- How a conversation with her therapist lead Amanda to starting a podcast and writing a book
- Doing whatever works for you vs. what you feel pressured to do
- Post partum depression manifesting in anger
- Balancing self care and self destruction
- The mental load of motherhood
- Some lesser known symptoms of depression
- Deciding to take perscription medicine to treat depression
Connect with Amanda:
- Instagram: @honest.as.a.mother
- Podcast: Honest as a Mother
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Connect with Megan:
- Connect with Megan on Instagram @thenobsmama
- Send a voice memo here
- Join our free Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/202729591192181
**Disclaimer** This podcast is not a substitute for mental health treatment. Megan shares her personal experience in an effort to spread awareness. If you have concerns about your mental health please use the resources below or talk to your doctor.
Mental health resources:
- Find a therapist near you: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
- Find a therapist virtually: www.betterhelp.com
- Suicide prevention: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
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