Today's episode is perfect for new parents, soon-to-be parents, and, honestly, all parents to take a moment and reflect. Today, we welcomed Finding Your Village Podcast host Amanda Gorman. Amanda is a wife, mother of 2, and a childbirth education mentor.

Today we discussed preparing for childbirth, the 4th trimester, parental mental health, and much more. What else? Great question; we discussed the transition periods from 0-1, 1-2, 2-3, and some of the challenges in each phase. Amanda educates us on the L.E.A.P. The four phases of preparing for a child: Learning, Emotional Prep, Admin, and Products. Honestly, that was my favorite part.

We also wanted to make sure you all had a quick link to find the resources we mentioned: PSI- Postpartum Support Internation https://www.postpartum.net/

Open Path Collective- Affordable Mental Health services https://openpathcollective.org/?gclid...

White Flag App- Free Peer Support https://www.whiteflagapp.com/

Psychology Today- Therapist Directory https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th...

Better Help- Professional Online Therapy betterhelp.com

Find more of Amanda

Instagram: @ findingyourvillage

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Business page: www.findingyourvillage.com

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