The Journey Blog
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The Deep Dark Scaries of Motherhood: Postpartum Mental Health, Anxiety and Self-Care
Motherhood can feel deeply isolating when high-functioning postpartum anxiety and perfectionist expectations keep you silent. A Pasadena maternal mental health therapist, Elizabeth Yoshonis, AMFT #157277, who works under supervision shares how somatic nervous system regulation, asking for support, and letting go of perfectionism can help you navigate postpartum scaries and find gentle relief.