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Mom’s Story of Mental Health and “Becoming Whole In Pieces”
Today’s guest shares her story of turning her pain into purpose as she discusses mothers’ mental health conditions and the power of storytelling. Join us to hear her inspirational story.
Mom’s Story of Mental Health and “Becoming Whole In Pieces” Show Highlights:
The inspiration to start Mindset Mother as a way to help others
Mental health issues were noticeable in Rudo’s teen years, with multiple diagnoses and medications
Describing what it’s like to live with emotional dysregulation as a mother of three children
Pregnancy and postpartum shifted and elevated Rudo’s mental health struggles.
Finding your identity as a new mother and adjusting to the never-ending care of your children
Rudo’s hospitalization experience and recovery to care for her children
Finding a passion for writing and the birth of her first book
Birth practices in the UK, when a “health visitor” comes to check on mother and baby during the postpartum
The toxicity of motherhood on social media makes it hard for other moms to be honest and real.
Rudo’s quest to find a therapist who was a good match for her in the UK’s flawed system
Finding healing through hearing others’ stories
Overcoming the mindset of being a “good mother.”
Rudo’s family background and its impact on her transition to motherhood–finding acceptance in understanding the WHY
Writing a second book after taking time for healing: An overview of Becoming Whole in Pieces
Rudo’s advice for mothers in prioritizing time for themselves
About Rudo Savage
Rudo Savage is a mental health advocate, mother of three, founder of Mindset Mother, and author of The Words of the Lost Soul and Becoming Whole in Pieces. Through her writing and mentoring, she empowers others to embrace healing, self-acceptance, and transformation, drawing on her personal, powerful journey of resilience.
Resources:
Connect with Rudo Savage and Mindset Mother: TikTok, The Words of the Lost Soul, and Becoming Whole in Pieces
Call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA or visit cdph.ca.gov
Please find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be more supportive in offering services.
You can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms
Visit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.
Visit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!
If you are a California resident looking for a therapist in perinatal mental health, email me about openings for private pay clients!
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