Reintroducing a Forgotten Sin in Postnatal Motherhood
The Little Black Dress of Women’s Health: The Seven Deadly Sins Series
Join Peta Titter, Founder and CEO of the Women’s Health Education Network, and Frances Bilbao, award-winning psychologist, as they delve into Loneliness, which was once considered a deadly sin but later removed from the canonical list. This episode reexamines loneliness in the context of postnatal motherhood, exploring the deep sense of isolation many new mothers feel.
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Join us as we shine a light on the reality of loneliness in motherhood, offering hope and practical solutions for those feeling isolated in their new roles.
Listen now on our website or your favourite streaming service and join the conversation that every mother needs to hear.
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Symbolizing the Sins with Nature
Pennyroyal is a herb associated with peace and strength. It is one of the herbs of Demeter, the Greek harvest Goddess. Like all Goddesses, Demeter is complex. In one of her myths she is the expression of lost and sadness. When her daughter Persephone was stolen into the Underworld by Hades, Demeter embarked on solitary journey in search of her. Nothing could relieve her desperation and sadness, for Persephone was spring itself and the Earth was barren without her. Demeter’s sorrow rises out of love, her aloneness: an initiation that precedes change. Through strength and strategy she eventually reaches out to the other deities and finds help. Persephone is found and returns to Earth bringing spring and new growth.
Need Immediate Help?
If you or someone you know is struggling during the postnatal period, it’s crucial to remember that immediate help is available. Here are steps and resources you can turn to:
In Urgent Situations:
Support Services:
Remember, you are not alone, and reaching out for help is a step toward healing. Your well-being is important, and support is just a phone call away.
