Parenting bipolar: Lightening the motherhood mental load with first-time mom and actress Alessandra Torresani | Ep. 54

In this heartfelt Valentine’s Day episode, we dive deep with special guest Alessandra Torresani aka Al, actress and host of the “EmotionAL Support” podcast, discussing the delicate dance of mental health and motherhood. We cover the gamut, from the necessity of honest conversations with healthcare professionals about postpartum mental health to embracing the chaos of motherhood with a bipolar diagnosis. Alessandra shares her personal strategies, like breathwork and meditation, for navigating the rollercoaster of new parenthood, and underscores the life-changing power of unconditional love and support for moms facing mental health obstacles. This episode is brimming with comfort, solidarity, and invaluable mom hacks. Tune-in now for our fun, heartwarming discussion! Check out today's show notes HERE. Get every new episode of Secret Mom Hacks delivered to your inbox by subscribing for free HERE! Connect with Secret Mom Hacks: Website: http://www.secretmomhacks.com Join newsletter: https://www.secretmomhacks.com/about/#/portal/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secretmomhacks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristamischell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretmomhacks/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secretmomhacks Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/secretmomhacks/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@secretmomhacks X: https://x.com/secretmomhacks Connect with Alessandra Torresani: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotional-support-with-alessandra-torresani/id1476940278 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4G1BDVJPTAYzgqhgDgEBgd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emotionalsupportpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emotionalsupportpod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg1rRRfxY5llD4whjvS0Mng Listen to these episodes next: Motherhood in Hollywood: Ditching mom guilt & chasing dreams with first-time mom & actress Emily Bolt | Ep. 63 Workouts for moms at home: My top fitness YouTube Channels for easy at-home strength and cardio | Ep. 62 My mental health journey: Overcoming anxiety and migraines with self-compassion, movement, & more | Ep. 68 Favorite resources for listeners: Instacart for grocery delivery - use code KFARMER39312D to get $10 off your first order. Qube for managing your family spending plan - use code SECRETMOMHACKS to get two months free. Herbaly wellness tea for my daily cuppa. HOKA for moms on the run. Favorite resources for podcasters: Captivate for podcast hosting and analytics. Castmagic for AI-powered audio transcription and content generation. Podcastle for intuitive web-based audio editing and more. Riverside for easy remote podcast and video recording. Disclaimer: Some of the outbound links financially benefit the podcast through affiliate programs. Using our links is a small way to support the show at no additional cost. I only endorse products, programs, and services I use and would recommend to close friends and family. Thank you for the support! Work With Me: Email krista@secretmomhacks.com for brand partnerships and business inquiries. Leave a ⭐️5-star⭐️ rating and review at http://www.ratethispodcast.com/secretmomhacks. Share a sentence or two with your favorite takeaway from an episode or just leave me a few words of support.❤️