Sometimes a story helps us see something in ourselves or in others that gives us the courage to seek help. Hearing someone else’s story can help us feel seen, make us realize that we aren’t alone, and shift our self-perspective from shame to compassion. When we aren’t sure how to help a loved one who is struggling, learning from another caretaker who has walked a similar path can help us show up for our loved one with more confidence.

You will likely experience at least one of these things as you watch Corrine Stokoe’s story: “Lost & Found.” Corrine’s story of having the courage to ask for help from friends, family, and professionals when she realized she was experiencing Postpartum Depression is a tangible reminder that anyone can experience challenges with their mental health and that we all deserve love and support through these challenges.

The Emily Effect is proud to present our first video cast collaboration with Stiry! In this episode, Julianne Beck shares her story of experiencing Postpartum Pyschosis and how she was able to work through it with the help and support of family and professionals. Julianne’s story will shed light on this topic that is often coupled with darkness and confusion. Her story is full of hope and is one that every family needs to hear. You will not only walk away with a new understanding of Postpartum Psychosis, but of how the lessons Julianne learned can apply to any struggle that you or a loved one may be going through.

Two of the most common symptoms of Postpartum Depression are anger and rage. Unfortunately, they are also the least recognized and are often accompanied by feelings of shame from moms who experience them. McKenna’s story sheds light on this difficult aspect of Postpartum Depression and gives hope to moms who can relate. As therapist Amy Rose White so beautifully stated in this video: “Having these feelings doesn’t mean you are a bad mom. It means that you are someone who is in need of support. That’s it.” McKenna’s story is an important reminder that our mental health journeys are ongoing and that healing is possible.

For the past five years, Emily’s story has helped countless moms and families realize that they aren’t alone in their mental health struggles. Our resolve to share her story has only increased with the passing of time. Now more than ever, moms everywhere need to feel validation and connection as they navigate their own motherhood journeys. We need your help to make sure EVERY mom can look at their own stories through new eyes by watching Emily’s story!