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The transition to motherhood can bring feelings of loneliness as life forces a new schedule and new priorities. A new mom\u2019s responsibilities are never-ending, along with the added stress of insufficient sleep and managing a new normal in the household. Our society is set up such that a mom is most often the default parent, and this can lead to a disconnect in the relationship. As we will discuss in this episode, loneliness is about much more than just being alone. Join me for more on this topic!\n\nShow Highlights:\n\nMoms can be surrounded by people and still feel alone because they aren\u2019t connected, supported, and understood.\n\nDealing with a limited bandwidth for conversation and connection to a partner\n\nThe value of feeling connected to a like-minded community\n\nWhat loneliness looks and feels like\n\nFinding connection and understanding through therapy, support groups, and a supportive community\n\nA cultural system that isn\u2019t set up to be supportive for new moms so they know what\u2019s normal and what isn\u2019t normal\n\nHow we fail new moms by letting them float around until they \u201cfigure it out\u201d\n\nLet me know how you\u2019ve experienced loneliness, the impacts you\u2019ve noticed, and your thoughts on how we can offer better support. Email me!\n\n\nResources:\nPlease find resources in English and Spanish at Postpartum Support International, or by phone/text at 1-800-944-4773. There are many free resources, like online support groups, peer mentors, a specialist provider directory, and perinatal mental health training for therapists, physicians, nurses, doulas, and anyone who wants to be a better support in offering services.\xa0\nYou can also follow PSI on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and most other platforms\nVisit www.postpartum.net/professionals/certificate-trainings/ for information on the grief course.\xa0\xa0\nVisit my website, www.wellmindperinatal.com, for more information, resources, and courses you can take today!