Books, podcasts, articles, therapists – these are all the recommendations that I would share with you if you were my friend or my client and you needed a little extra holding.
Sections
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For Everyone
For Moms or Moms-to-Be
For Couples
For Everyone
Therapy for people based in California – a group of trauma-informed clinicians that are currently accepting new clients.
The Process Wellness Collective
Inclusive, trauma informed, affordable mental health services in California
The Process Wellness Collective
a beautiful tool to help with moments of anxiety
Support Deck
This book is full of helpful knowledge about anxiety, without it feeling too dense.
The Anatomy of Anxiety by Ellen Vora
A quick read with a beautifully grounding message for anyone who has ever felt a little lost in life
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
there is always, ALWAYS help available if you need it ❤️🩹
988 Lifeline
A great book for anyone who labels themselves as a people pleaser. This book provides very practical and useful tools for setting boundaries with all types of relationships in your life.
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Tawwab
For Moms or Moms-to-Be
A must read for anyone postpartum. If you're a first time mom who is currently pregnant, I recommend skipping and coming back to the chapter 4 (TW: discussion of birth and birth trauma).
Matrescence: Pregnancy, Childbirth, Motherhood
a book filled with information that will help you make decisions that feel best for you
Cribsheet: Data-Driven Guide to Relaxed Parenting
My favorite episodes are… 317 294 289 282 243
Conversations with Cam - Podcast
More than just a “mommy & me” class, this is a space to build your village from the start of postpartum. I highly recommend joining their Newborn series if you have a location near you.
New Mom School
My Substack, if you want more deep thoughts from me ✨
Intuition of Motherhood | Substack
For all the intuitive mamas out there, this podcast talks about all of my favorite things in one place
Magnetic Mama Club Podcast
Prenatal and postpartum anxiety hit me hard. I appreciated the practical tools provided in this book
Rattled by Nicole Pensak
there are groups covering support for nearly every part of the parenthood journey from TTC through postpartum. If you're searching for accessible help and a community space, this is a good place to start.
PSI Online Support Groups
For Couples
The book that goes with the card deck – if you're only going to get one, get the cards. Reading the book is a bonus.
The Fair Play by Eve Rodsky
A top recommendation for couples who are struggling to share the mental load and responsibilities of building a life together.
Fair Play: The Cards
For expecting couples who want to best prepare their relationship for baby's arrival
From Partners to Parents Workbook by Emily Pelky, LMFT, PMH-C
