For many women, becoming a mother during the pandemic wasn't the experience they expected — it was one of isolation, grief, and survival.

In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Natasha Wallace speaks with Lauren Van Dyne, creator of Momdemic Diaries, about the emotional rollercoaster of navigating motherhood in the midst of a global crisis. Lauren shares her raw and powerful story of postpartum depression, therapy, and rediscovering herself through one of the hardest years of her life.

Together, they explore:

• The impact of isolation on new mothers' mental health

• The grief of losing the "ideal" birth and postpartum experience

• How therapy and self-reflection can support healing and resilience

• The importance of open conversations about maternal mental health

• Why every mother's experience is valid — and deserves to be heard

This honest conversation reminds every mum that resilience isn't about doing it all — it's about allowing yourself to be supported, seen, and human.

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🌿 Connect with Dr. Natasha Wallace

Instagram: @drtasha_psychologist
Website: www.drnatashawallace.co.uk
Email: support@drnatashawallace.co.uk

✨ Connect with Guest: Lauren Van Dyne

Podcast: Momdemic Diaries on Spotify
Email: momdemic.diaries@gmail.com
Instagram: @momdemic_diaries