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In this episode of MilesFromHerView, host Kat sits down with licensed mental health therapist Nicole McNelis, who specializes in perinatal counseling. They delve deep into the topic of maternal rage, also known as mom rage, discussing its prevalence, underlying causes, and its distinction from other mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Nicole shares insights based on her clinical experience and ongoing research, including a study on maternal rage being conducted with the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. They explore how societal and cultural factors contribute to maternal rage, the importance of acknowledging and understanding this emotion, and practical coping strategies for mothers. The episode emphasizes the need for systemic changes to better support mothers and reduce maternal rage, highlighting how paid leave and other policies could make a significant difference. Kat and Nicole also discuss the critical role of modeling healthy emotional responses for children. The episode concludes with Nicole offering a mantra for mothers experiencing rage: 'It's not a meltdown, it's a message.

Connect with Nicole:
www.nicolemcnelis.com
https://www.instagram.com/therapist.mom.collective/ https://www.facebook.com/nicolemcnelistherapy

00:00 Introduction to Maternal Rage

01:33 Diving Deeper into Maternal Rage

02:11 Research and Findings on Maternal Rage

04:43 Cultural and Systemic Issues

08:32 Symptoms and Coping Strategies

12:14 Impact on Family Dynamics

13:41 Gender Differences in Parental Rage

16:37 Inclusive Definition of Motherhood

17:11 Caretaking Labor Across Different Stages

20:55 Understanding the Cycle of Maternal Rage

21:35 Acknowledging and Engaging with Rage

23:22 Curiosity Over Judgment

24:29 Practical Strategies for Managing Rage

26:49 Modeling Healthy Emotional Responses

29:12 Cultural Shifts to Support Mothers

32:28 Advocacy for Structural Support

36:45 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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