Episode 26 - Back-to-Back Pregnancies: Joan's Story of Strength

Episode 27- Breastfeeding, NICU, and Beyond: Genevieve’s Motherhood Journey

In this new episode, meet Genevieve, a 30-year-old mom and wife, who opens up about her journey through motherhood.   She shares her experience of facing a miscarriage before her son’s birth and offers valuable insights on how to choose the right medical team.   The episode also touches on the concerns Genevieve had after the birth of her daughter, who had to stay in the NICU for a week.   She reflects on her breastfeeding journey with both of her children. Tune in to listen to Genevieve’s incredible journey.

Episode 26 - Back-to-Back Pregnancies: Joan's Story of Strength

In this new episode, meet Joan 28 years old, wife and mom.   Joan shares the beautiful love story she has with her husband and opens up about her journey through motherhood.   Despite having a plan for her first birth, things didn't go as expected, leading to a traumatic experience that left her fearful of having more children.   Joan candidly discusses her struggles with postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and the baby blues throughout her pregnancies.   She also shares her experience of being pregnant back-to-back and her breastfeeding journey with her three children.   Finally, Joan talks about her last pregnancy, during which she achieved a natural birth.   Tune in to hear Joan's story filled with candid reflections and valuable insights.

Solo Reflections: 25 Episodes of Growth and Learning

Hello everyone, I'm Chadia the host and founder of this podcast. This episode marks a point of reflection as we reach the halfway mark of our first year. I launched this podcast in January 2024, something I'd been thinking for a long time. Last fall, I was laid off from my job but eventually they rehired. Yes I know that’s a story for another time. During that challenging time, I decided to start this podcast. I've been incredibly blessed by all my guests; their willingness to share their stories each week has been amazing. During these conversations, I've learned four important lessons: 1. Being pregnant can be so difficult; it's important to advocate for yourself. If needed, build your own team to support and advocate for you, especially when you’re in labor. 2. There's no perfect family; build the one you want. Social media is not real, be confident in your own choices. 3. When you give birth, you have one foot in your coffin and one foot in this life. In one second, everything can change for you or your baby. I know this is dramatic but if you had a baby, you know exactly what I’m talking about. 4. And lastly You are not alone. My goal is to remain consistent with weekly episodes for at least a year. I hope this podcast is helping someone out there, as it has certainly been a source of healing for me, helping me through my own difficult pregnancy and birth experience from 3 years ago. To those of you listening, thank you for tuning in every week. I see you. To my guests, thank you for sharing your stories. We now have 25 episodes available, and honestly, I didn't think I'd make it this far. This is amazing. We'll be back next week with a new episode If you want to share your story, send an email to podcast@helloitsmystory.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram at Hello, It’s my story. Thank you for being part of our community. Remember, you're not alone on this journey. Until then, take care of yourself and those around you. Au revoir!

Episode 25 - Finding Light: Genesis's Journey Through Miscarriage, Motherhood and Healing

In this episode, meet Genesis, a 31-year-old wife and mom, to share her story.   Genesis opens up about her first pregnancy, which ended in miscarriage, and the emotional aftermath that led her to seek professional help with a therapist.   She offers advice on how to choose your medical team, highlighting the importance of feeling supported and confident in your care providers.   Genesis's journey is one of resilience and hope, providing valuable lessons for anyone navigating similar experiences. Join us for a candid and heartfelt discussion.   Genesis, thank you for sharing your story. You were a light to my day when we recorded this episode. TikTok:

Episode 24 - Navigating Postpartum Challenges: Eve's Experience

In this new episode, meet Eve, a resilient 28-year-old wife and a mom. Eve shares her experiences of getting married to her first husband during her first pregnancy, enduring a challenging postpartum journey, and navigating the emotional challenges of a separation. Now a proud military wife, Eve recounts the trials of being pregnant while her husband was deployed and the unique experience of laboring for a long time at home before heading to the hospital for her second pregnancy. Eve faced postpartum depression after her second birth with remarkable strength and determination. Join us as we dive into Eve's journey, exploring the complexities of motherhood, marriage, and mental health.