62. How to Support Your Wife Through Postpartum Depression & Anxiety (From a Husband’s Perspective)

Postpartum depression and anxiety don’t just affect moms—they impact the entire family. But one voice we don’t hear from enough? The husband’s.In today’s episode, my husband joins me to share what it actually looked like from his perspective as I walked through postpartum depression and anxiety. From the early signs he didn’t fully understand, to the moments that felt heavy and uncertain, to the practical ways he learned to support me—this is an honest, behind-the-scenes look at what postpartum can do to a marriage, and how you can walk through it together.We talk about the red flags he noticed (like what he called “nesting on steroids”), the season where I was completely unable to care for our daughter, and what it looked like for him to step in and “just keep the ship from sinking.” He shares what he wishes more husbands knew, including the importance of paying attention to your wife’s emotional state—not just what’s happening on the surface.This conversation is full of practical wisdom for both moms and dads—from how to communicate when emotions are high, to why sometimes the best thing you can do is sit next to her, hold her hand, and simply listen.If you’re in the thick of postpartum, or preparing for it, this episode will help you feel less alone—and give your spouse the tools to support you in a way that actually helps.Because this season? It’s not forever. And you don’t have to navigate it alone.💛 In This Episode, We Talk About: What postpartum depression and anxiety looked like in real life  A husband’s perspective on navigating postpartum mental health  Practical ways husbands can show up during this season  Communication struggles (and what actually helps) If this episode encouraged you, supported you, or helped you feel a little less alone, I want to invite you into a space where you don’t have to navigate postpartum by yourself.Join my Postpartum on Purpose Bible Study Community where we walk through this season with faith, support, and real conversations about what motherhood actually looks like.👉 www.abridgetomotherhood.com/biblestudyDisclaimer + Support ResourcesThis episode is for educational and personal experience purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.If you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out for support:Postpartum Support International: Call or text 1-800-944-4773988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988You deserve support. Full stop.Support the show>>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.>>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhood for more everyday life and postpartum doula tips>>Visit our website: www.abridgetomotherhood.comLeave a ReviewIf you love the podcast, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from.After you review the show — take a screenshot and upload it here — so I can send you some happy mail with a little surprise as a thank you.Your feedback means so much to me and helps us reach new moms who desperately need to hear that they are worthy of support!Disclaimer: Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, including Amazon links. This means I may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you—if you make a purchase through them. Thank you for supporting the show!