Ep 4 | Solo Parenting and Mental Health: Kleigha's Story of Resilience, Community, and Self-Care

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Welcome to Episode Four of Touched Out: A Mental Health Podcast for Parents!

In this compelling episode, we meet Kleigha, a brave Canadian mother of two, who shares her journey of solo parenting while managing her mental health. As an army wife living in Washington, Kleigha faces the unique challenges of raising a non-verbal two-year-old and a young baby alone while her husband is deployed. Her story is a powerful testament to resilience, community support, and self-care.
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions on mental health struggles, online criticism, and pregnancy challenges. Listener discretion is advised.

Join us as Kleigha shares her personal experiences with:

Solo Parenting and Mental Health: Insights into the pressures and realities of solo parenting, and the crucial role of community support in navigating these challenges.

Facing Stigmas and Finding Strength: The stigmas surrounding motherhood, especially for those with neurodiverse children, and how Kleigha turns online criticism into teachable moments.

Navigating Pregnancy and Childbirth: The trials of managing gestational diabetes, an ectopic pregnancy, and the emotional rollercoaster of childbirth, highlighting the significance of a reliable support system.

Self-Care and Mental Health Breaks: Kleigha's recent self-care adventures, like her unique stay in a hobbit house, and the importance of taking mental health breaks.

Kleigha also delves into the intersection of ADHD and potential autism spectrum disorder in her family, showcasing her resilience and determination. Her story provides a relatable perspective on balancing personal needs with family responsibilities, shedding light on the mental health challenges many parents face.

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Chapters

1. Solo Parenting and Mental Health Struggles (00:00:00)

2. Facing Stigmas and Finding Strength (00:12:57)

3. Navigating Pregnancy and Childbirth Challenges (00:23:28)

4. Support Systems and Mental Health Breaks (00:32:26)

5. Therapy and Self-Care for Mental Health (00:44:16)

6. Friendship and Support in Parenthood (00:51:54)