Mental Health May

Episode 44 of the Medical Moms of NICU Podcast podcast, hosted by Tanisha Burke-Wormley, titled "Mental Health May" was published on May 20, 2024 and runs 13 minutes.

May 20, 2024 ·13m · Medical Moms of NICU Podcast

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Summary

Welcome to a new episode of Medical Moms of NICU, where we share invaluable tips, resources, and invaluable advice to help you smoothly navigate the medical system. Join in every Monday to listen to our episodes, whether you're in a hospital making life-altering decisions for your loved one or at home adapting to their medical needs after NICU discharge. This episode is led by Tanisha, a medical mom who deals with her child's serious medical conditions while still managing the duties of motherhood during a pandemic. As an advocate for mental health, Tanisha shares her personal experiences with therapy in handling the trauma from her son's time in NICU and recent losses in her family. She highlights the importance of mental health resources, including therapy, particularly for those dealing with loss and trauma. Tanisha encourages others to seek help if they need it, mentioning support groups and applications such as Better You and Better Help being invaluable in her own journey. Tanisha also shares how therapy has helped her process her emotions and be more present, interacting with her church virtually when she can't be there physically, and advocating for oneself. Lastly, she invites the listeners to consider seeking help from employee assistance programs which are offered by many employers, emphasizing the crucial part they have played in her personal journey. Tune in to this hopeful discussion to receive the support you need and remember, your mental health matters. Check out our website at medicalmomsofnicu.com for more resources and consultation services. Ensure to grab a copy of our children's book, "TKO CKD: My Fight to Live (Round 1), which celebrates chronic illness champions worldwide and gives hope in seemingly hopeless situations. Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu    Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu   Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com #mentalhealth #postpartumdepression #mentalhealthawareness #trauma #nicu #griefsupport #grieftherapy #medicalmom #youmatter #mentalhealthmonday #motherhood

Episode Description

This episode is led by Tanisha, a medical mom who deals with her child's serious medical conditions while still managing the duties of motherhood during a pandemic. As an advocate for mental health, Tanisha shares her personal experiences with therapy in handling the trauma from her son's time in NICU and recent losses in her family.

She highlights the importance of mental health resources, including therapy, particularly for those dealing with loss and trauma. Tanisha encourages others to seek help if they need it, mentioning support groups and applications such as Better You and Better Help being invaluable in her own journey.

Tanisha also shares how therapy has helped her process her emotions and be more present, interacting with her church virtually when she can't be there physically, and advocating for oneself. Lastly, she invites the listeners to consider seeking help from employee assistance programs which are offered by many employers, emphasizing the crucial part they have played in her personal journey.

Tune in to this hopeful discussion to receive the support you need and remember, your mental health matters. Check out our website at medicalmomsofnicu.com for more resources and consultation services. Ensure to grab a copy of our children's book, "TKO CKD: My Fight to Live (Round 1), which celebrates chronic illness champions worldwide and gives hope in seemingly hopeless situations.

Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu    Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com

#mentalhealth #postpartumdepression #mentalhealthawareness #trauma #nicu #griefsupport #grieftherapy #medicalmom #youmatter #mentalhealthmonday #motherhood