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Hey everyone! I wanted to let you know that we ran into a few technical hiccups while recording this episode. Unfortunately, the audio didn’t turn out quite right, and my wonderful guest, Marina, kindly requested that we take it down.
I totally respect her request! My main goal is to ensure that every story is shared in a way that feels comfortable and safe for everyone involved.
I am currently working on getting this audio fixed so that we may be able to re-release the episode. In the meantime, please check the transcript as well as Marina's blog post on my website, quietconnectionpodcast.com. Marina's story is powerful, and I believe it will resonate with so many of you.
Thank you for your understanding.
To Learn More About Marina:
Takeaways
- Marina shares her background and experiences living in Norway
- She emphasizes the importance of having time for hobbies and creative outlets
- Marina discusses her journey to Motherhood and the shift in her mindset
- She opens up about the challenges she faced during pregnancy, including a rare condition called intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy can cause intense itching and Sleep disturbances
- Postpartum Depression can last for an extended period of time and may be accompanied by feelings of confusion and isolation
- Cultural stigma and fear of pity can prevent mothers from seeking support for their Mental Health
- Engaging in creative outlets, such as art and writing, can provide a source of solace and aid in the recovery from postpartum depression
- Sharing your story and seeking help is important for mental Health and well-being.
- Breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is crucial to support and empower women.
- Every parent is doing great and will manage.
- It's okay to tell your story, no matter how messy or complicated it may be.
Sound Bites
- “I speak four languages, Kazakh, Russian, English and Norwegian.”
- “I'm just going to follow the flow in a way. And while following the flow, I will also enjoy it.”
- “I think we should have a child together, So that was the shift.”
- “It was intense during the night. Imagine that when you want to sleep.”
- “No, I think he knew what to do, but I think he was kind of worried if he could do anything because he never had it in his practice.”
- “I felt like I was completely messed up down there because it happened so fast.”
- “It was like a life vest.”
- “The separation with my daughter hit me hard.”
- “You cannot keep this in you.”
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Chelsea is a nonbinary, disabled/chronically ill stay-at-home parent. As a passionate advocate for those too often unheard, Chelsea is always eager to dive into honest and open conversations with other moms about the messy, challenging, and unexpected realities of parenthood. Chelsea hosts Quiet Connection: Postpartum Mental Health podcast and is a panel member on the Odd Moms On Call podcast.
Chelsea worked for 10 years in intensive-needs special Education and is still passionate about advocating for neurodiverse families. They also volunteer at a pediatric oncology camp as the planner & facilitator of their quarterly playgroup, serving the families of their youngest campers.
