Perinatal Mental Health, Nature Connection, & Redefining Birthing with Alyssa Coleman

In this episode of The Energy Fix, host Tansy and guest Alyssa Coleman delve into the often overlooked topic of perinatal mental health, exploring how pregnancy and birth are profound rites of passage that affect not only the birther but also those around them. They discuss the importance of nature connection as a pathway for healing and nervous system regulation during pregnancy and postpartum. The conversation highlights the emotional struggles that can arise during this time, the identity transformations that occur post-birth, and practical steps for integrating nature into daily life for mental well-being.For more shownotes, go here!Disclaimer: For entertainment and educational purposes only. Not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.Watch The Episode On YouTube: Chapters:02:30 Understanding the Journey of Perinatal Mental Health09:51 The Importance of Nature Connection19:50 Signs of Struggle in Pregnancy and Postpartum30:11 Reclaiming the Rite of Passage42:27 Identity Transformation Post-Birth52:00 Nature as a Healing Ally01:00:55 Practical Steps for Connection with NatureGet To Know Alyssa Coleman: Alyssa Coleman is a full spectrum doula, a wilderness guide, an adventure therapist in training, and a fiercely devoted advocate for mothers and nature (in the fullest form of those two words). She's currently a graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus in Adventure-Based and Experiential Counseling, and through that education she aims to cultivate avenues towards the mutual holding and healing of perinatal folks in relationship with the natural world!Links Mentioned In The ShowRetreat & Project InfoIG: @nurturethe_journey Alyssa's WebsiteBurnout Bracelet: beucrystals.comSessions & Energy Healing: https://www.tansyrodgers.com/servicesPodcast review promo...Get 15% off a distance energy healing session or a piece of jewelry with a positive review of the show. Email photo of review (after submitted on podcast platform) to [email protected]:perinatal mental health, pregnancy, postpartum, nature connection, emotional well-being, identity transformation, holistic health, energy healing, nervous system regulation, adventure therapy