E41: Healing Begins Here: Navigating Depression During Pregnancy, with Alanna

In this episode of Delivered, we are joined by a fun, local friend Alanna. Alanna opens up about her Bipolar Depression history & how that affected her mental health while expecting. Depression during pregnancy is more common than many realize—and yet, it's often surrounded by silence and stigma. In this episode, we open the conversation with Alanna and her honesty and compassion, exploring what it means to experience depression while expecting. From understanding the emotional and physiological factors at play to identifying signs, seeking help, and finding hope, we'll discuss how healing can begin even before birth. Whether you're an expectant mother, a partner, or a healthcare provider, this episode offers insight, validation, and practical tools to support mental wellness during a woman's most transformative times. Alanna's Instagram: @alannajeanr Alanna's food blog, Click Here! To learn more about Delivered and sign up for my newsletter, go to https://athenaestelle.com/ Follow the Show Apple Podcasts - Spotify