Ep 5 Mental Health in Motherhood—When It’s You, When It’s Your Child

What do you do when your mental health is struggling—and so is your child’s?In this vulnerable and powerful episode of Motherhood and the Messy Middle, we’re talking about what it means to parent through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and recovery—while navigating your own emotional challenges at the same time.We explore: 💛 Mothering through anxiety, PTSD, perimenopause, and grief 💛 How mental health struggles can show up in children—even the very young 💛 What it looks like to hold space without trying to fix 💛 Breaking generational patterns with compassion and courage 💛 How to advocate for yourself and your child 💛 The invisible labor—and invisible wounds—many moms carryThis episode is for the mom who feels like she’s barely holding it together, and for the woman choosing to show up with fierce love in the mess.✨ You are not broken. You are becoming.✨ You are not alone. You are deeply loved.🎁 Free Resource:Download here 👉 7 Things to Say (and Not Say) When Someone You Love Is in a Mental Health Crisis📍 Trigger Warning:This episode contains open discussion around anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and grief.📍 Need Support? Call or text 988 for free, confidential help 24/7.Support the showConnect with me on Instagram: @heygirl.itsnicole And explore more resources for estranged moms at nicolecoates.com. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review — it helps other moms find the support they’ve been praying for. This podcast is created for moms walking through estrangement — a place to be understood, encouraged, and reminded you’re not alone. If you’re looking for deeper connection and support, come join us inside Between Hope & Heartbreak, a faith-centered community for estranged moms-Join here