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How Can We Transform Grief into Purpose After Losing a Child?
In this inspiring episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily welcomes Bethany Shelton, founder of Be Limitless Now. Bethany shares her powerful journey through childhood trauma, addiction, and the devastating loss of her only son, Kevin. She describes how spiritual experiences and signs from Kevin helped her transform her grief into purpose, leading her to support others navigating loss.
Healing Isn’t Just for Superheroes—Even Mamas Need a Sidekick!
In this episode of "Mamahood After Trauma," host Emily addresses why trauma-surviving mothers often feel stuck in their healing journeys despite trying various self-help methods. She introduces the "missing piece"—a trifecta of safety, support, and consistency—as essential for deep, lasting healing.
Are You a People-Pleaser? Understanding Trauma's Impact on Your Relationships
In this episode of Motherhood After Trauma, I sit down with therapist Talia Bombola to unpack how trauma shows up in our lives as mothers. We talk about why we sometimes over-please, avoid, or even over-assert ourselves—and how these patterns are often rooted in our nervous system trying to keep us safe. Talia shares practical, compassionate strategies to help us build confidence, set boundaries, and tune into ourselves without guilt. We also discuss overcoming self-neglect, managing overwhelm, and creating healthier relationships—with ourselves and those around us. This conversation is full of insight, encouragement, and gentle reminders that healing is a journey best taken with kindness and patience.
The Greatest Misconception About Healing in Motherhood
Motherhood after trauma isn’t neat and tidy—it’s messy, it’s non-linear, and it often feels like you’re taking two steps forward, one step back. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what healing really looks like for mamas like us. Just because you’re struggling doesn’t mean you’re broken—it means you’re human, and healing is happening, even when it doesn’t feel like it.
The Art of Motherhood: Transforming Pain into Power
Ever feel like the weight of your past is quietly shaping the way you mother—no matter how hard you try to break free? In this episode of "Motherhood After Trauma," Emily is joined by Heather Ann Ferri, a trauma coach and performer, who shares her journey of healing from generational trauma and abuse.
How Awareness Changed Everything
Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions- checking off all the boxes of what life is “supposed” to look like, yet feeling numb, disconnected, and exhausted underneath it all? In this episode of Mamahood After Trauma, Emily shares the story of her personal turning point; the day she stopped living on autopilot and became aware that trauma was shaping her motherhood.