44. The Dualities of Motherhood: Ashley’s Story of Survival and Healing

Please share your thoughts about how you felt about the episode and/or podcast!In this deeply moving and honest conversation, Ashley — a mom of two, esthetician, and entrepreneur — opens up about the darkest chapter of her motherhood journey. After getting pregnant at a young age and becoming pregnant while on birth control with her second child, she found herself spiraling into deep depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.Ashley vulnerably shares what it was like to feel disconnected from her baby, her body, and herself — and how therapy, community, mindset shifts, and the intentional use of cannabis became powerful parts of her healing journey.Together, we talk about the real, raw, and often unspoken sides of motherhood — the guilt, the shame, the exhaustion — and how Ashley found her way back to hope, presence, and purpose.This episode is for any mom who’s ever felt lost, alone, or like she’s failing. Ashley’s story reminds us that healing doesn’t look perfect, that help and hope exist in many forms, and that even in the darkest moments — healing is possible.Resources in US:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988, or chat via 988lifeline.org Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.Crisis Text Line — Text HELLO to 741741 or visit crisistextline.org Trained crisis counselors available by text or WhatsApp anytime.Postpartum Support International (PSI) — Call 1-800-944-4773 (press 1 for English, 2 for Spanish), or text “HELP” to 800-944-4773Global Crisis SupportFind local helplines worldwide: findahelpline.comIf you are feeling called to work together and would like more information about my services through Nourish Inc, I invite you to apply to work with me using the link below. Book here 🪷If you would like to share your holistic health and healing journey on the podcast, please email me at [email protected] with me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/holistichealthcoachingformoms/Access my free guided meditations on You Tube: www.youtube.com/@MindfulMeditationswithMarissaLoved this episode?Subscribe, leave a review, and share with another mama who deserves peace and healing.If you love the podcast and it’s bringing value to your life, consider buying me a coffee (or a tea! ☕🍵) to support the time, love, and energy that goes into creating this space for you.Your support helps me continue sharing holistic healing practices, insights, and encouragement so we can all show up as our best selves.Thank you for being here! Your presence and support mean the worl...