Why Transitions Feel So Hard in Motherhood and How to Cope

Let's Thrive Postpartum: Overcoming Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

Change may be life’s only constant, but it often feels anything but simple, especially if you're a mom dealing with postpartum anxiety, depression, or the daily weight of overwhelm.

In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore explore how transitions, big or small, can stir up grief, anxiety, and a deep sense of lost control. From moving across the world to handling everyday disruptions like shifting sleep schedules, we discuss why even positive changes can feel challenging and how to find steadiness in uncertainty.

You will learn:

• How to name and validate difficult feelings during transitions.
• Practical ways to focus on what is within your control.
• Strategies for easing change when anxiety, depression, or overwhelm are present.
• Ideas for building small comforts and routines that help ground you during times of change.

Whether you are facing a major life event or simply navigating the endless small transitions of motherhood, join us for compassion, tools, and hope for finding calm in the chaos.

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at [email protected]
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