2. From Postpartum Anxiety to ADHD Diagnosis: What I Learned About Mental Health in Motherhood

In this episode of More than Milestones , host KC Rickerd opens up about her deeply personal journey through postpartum anxiety and the realities of maternal mental health. From the moment of childbirth to finally seeking help, KC shares the raw and honest truth about what it’s like to navigate intrusive thoughts, overwhelming emotions, and the unexpected challenges of early motherhood. She reflects on how her birth experience shaped her mental health, the role of an eventual ADHD diagnosis, and the power of finding the right support systems and therapy. KC also touches on the guilt many mothers feel when prioritizing self-care, and why it’s so important to talk openly about these struggles. This conversation is for every mom who has ever felt isolated, anxious, or unsure if what they’re experiencing is “normal.” KC’s vulnerability offers both validation and encouragement, reminding us that healing is possible and that no mother should feel alone in her journey. If you’re walking through postpartum struggles or supporting someone who is, this episode is a powerful reminder that there is help, there is hope, and there is healing. Tune in now to hear KC’s story and join the conversation on motherhood, mental health, and the milestones in between. Links Postpartum Support International - Online Provider Directory: https://postpartum.net/get-help/provider-directory/ 💻 Website & Blog: https://www.milestonesandmotherhood.com/ 📱Follow KC for daily motor milestone tips & parenting support: https://www.instagram.com/milestones.and.motherhood/ 🎧 Follow podcast updates & new episode drops: https://www.instagram.com/more.than.milestones/ 🆓 Get my free tummy time training: Mastering Milestones with Confidence https://www.milestonesandmotherhood.com/freetraining 📬 Join the email list for milestone tips + podcast updates https://idyllic-hat-942.myflodesk.com/fwefz61097 🛒 Shop KC’s favorite mom & baby finds: https://links.milestonesandmotherhood.com/amazon/amazonstorefrontmm 🤝 Sponsor or guest inquiries? Contact us at podcast@milestonesandmotherhood.com Love what you’re hearing? Follow, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow mom or caregiver who needs a little less pressure and a little more support. 🤍 This episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.