Welcome to the premiere of Trippin’ Through Motherhood!

In this deeply personal and powerful debut, hosts Lauren Elliott (Founder & CEO of Candlelit Care) and Clarké Lunara (Founding Team Member & COO) share the unfiltered stories that led to the creation of Candlelit Care—a virtual mental health clinic designed specifically for women of color.

From two very different birth and postpartum journeys, they explore the emotional highs, heartbreaking lows, and unseen stumbles of motherhood. This episode shines a light on the unique mental health challenges Black mothers face, the gaps in traditional care, and the urgent need for culturally competent support.

✨ In this episode, we cover:

• The birth stories that sparked a movement
• Postpartum realities that often go unspoken
• Why Black maternal mental health is in crisis—and what we can do
• The healing power of being seen, heard, and held by the community
• Some joyful, rapid-fire questions to close things out on a high note

This is more than a podcast—it’s a movement, a safe space, and a love letter to Black and BIPOC motherhood.

💝 Gift mental wellness instead of more diapers! Use promo code TRIPPINPOD at candlelitcare.com for a special listener discount.

⏰ Timestamps

0:02 – Welcome & Mission

1:21 – What Is Candlelit Care?

3:04 – Clarke's Birth Story (Pandemic Edition)

5:57 – Lauren’s Birth Experience

7:20 – Why Candlelit Care Was Born

8:11 – Shocking Maternal Health Stats

9:30 – What Makes Candlelit Different

11:23 – Rapid Fire Questions

13:42 – Special Offer + Closing Thoughts

🎙️ Trippin Through Motherhood Podcast

Trippin Through Motherhood is a heartfelt, unfiltered podcast for parents navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood—from fertility and pregnancy to postpartum and beyond. This show dives deep into the realities of motherhood, especially for Black women. In each episode, we share personal stories, tackle tough conversations around maternal mental health, and break down barriers to culturally competent care. Whether you're thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, this is your space to feel seen, heard, and supported. Keep trippin’ through motherhood—we’re in this together.

Hosts: Lauren Elliott and Clarké Lunara

Executive Producers: Amani Smith and Preethi Vinnakota

💛 Stay Connected

Instagram: @candlelitcares

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/candlelitcare

Website: candlelitcare.com