In this powerful episode of the Abundantly More Podcast, Hannah Lynn Miller explores the often overlooked "fourth trimester" - the critical postpartum period where new moms face unique mental health challenges. Drawing from personal experience and professional expertise, Hannah shares eye-opening statistics about postpartum depression and anxiety, signs to watch for, and practical strategies for healing. Whether you're a new mom struggling with your mental health or supporting someone who is, this episode offers compassionate guidance, biblical wisdom, and actionable steps toward recovery. Plus, download our postpartum preparation guide to help navigate this transformative season with confidence and support. Join Hannah as she reminds mothers that they are not alone.

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Resources Mentioned

* Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders

Byrnes, Lorraine

The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, Volume 14, Issue 7, 507 - 513

* The Wisdom of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A Perfect Gift for New Moms | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA

* Postpartum Depression Statistics | Research and Data On PPD (2024)

Connect With Hannah

* Instagram: @hannahlynnmillerlpc

* Website: www.hannahlynnmiller.com/abundantly-more-podcast

* Email: thehannahlynnmiller@gmail.com

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In episode 57 of the Abundantly More podcast, we dive deep into creative ways to nurture your relationship without spending a fortune. I share practical tips for maintaining connection through both fun and meaningful activities, explaining my two-night approach: one night for enjoyable activities and another for important discussions. We explore various budget-friendly date ideas, from cozy indoor picnics to stargazing adventures, and discuss how intentional quality time strengthens relationships more than expensive outings ever could.

Key topics include:

* The importance of scheduling both fun and serious connection time

* Creative indoor and outdoor activities that cost little to nothing

* Tips for making these moments more meaningful

* How to turn simple activities into cherished relationship traditions

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The Art of Apology: Strengthening Relationships Through Genuine Apologies

In this episode of the Abundantly More podcast, host Hannah Lynn Miller delves into the critical topic of apologies and their impact on relationships. She discusses how to effectively apologize, the importance of taking responsibility, and avoiding common pitfalls such as shifting blame or using defensive language. With practical insights and examples, Hannah emphasizes the significance of genuine remorse and how a heartfelt apology can rebuild trust and facilitate personal growth. Additionally, she introduces the concept of conflict stacking and provides strategies to address it constructively. For those interested, a PDF guide on how to apologize is available in the show notes.

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00:00 Welcome to the Abundantly More Podcast

00:49 The Importance of Apologies in Relationships

01:33 Understanding the Art of Apologizing

08:45 Elements of an Effective Apology

12:35 Avoiding Common Apology Pitfalls

15:48 Conflict Stacking: What It Is and How to Avoid It

18:28 Moving Forward: The Power of a Genuine Apology

19:52 Conclusion and Additional Resources

Cultivating Empathy: Its Importance, Benefits, and How to Develop It

In this episode of the Abundantly More podcast, host Hannah Lynn Miller delves deep into the topic of empathy, exploring its significance and why it is often overlooked in modern culture. She discusses personal experiences that led her to research empathy, its biological basis, and its critical role in conflict resolution, workplace collaboration, creativity, and relationships. Miller also examines gender differences in empathy, citing studies and providing practical strategies for developing this essential trait. The discussion covers empathy's function in fostering compassion, understanding, and connection, highlighting its impact across various areas of life, from healthcare to personal relationships. Finally, Miller emphasizes the need for Christians to embody empathy, referencing biblical teachings, and warns about the challenges faced by highly empathetic individuals.

00:00 Introduction to the Abundantly More Podcast

00:13 Understanding Empathy: A Deep Dive

02:05 Empathy in Relationships and Daily Life

03:16 Empathy in Professional and Social Contexts

04:24 Gender Differences in Empathy

09:24 Strategies to Cultivate Empathy

14:51 The Importance of Empathy in Faith and Personal Growth

16:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Abundantly More podcast, host Hannah Lynn Miller converses with Kami Schwartz, a reproductive health doula. They delve into the importance of mental health support during pregnancy and postpartum. Kami shares her journey to becoming a doula, her roles in reproductive health—from puberty, through pregnancy, to perimenopause—and the significance of addressing mental health at each stage. They discuss the common mental health challenges women face during pregnancy and postpartum, stressing the necessity of being proactive, seeking therapy, and intertwining faith in the healing process. Kami also highlights the critical two-week postpartum check-in to differentiate between baby blues and postpartum depression.

About our guest: Kami Schwartz is a dedicated reproductive health doula who specializes in providing comprehensive mental health support throughout women's reproductive journeys. As the founder of The Kamdoula Collective, she offers holistic care that integrates faith-based support with practical mental health strategies. Kami's work spans the full spectrum of reproductive health—from puberty through pregnancy to perimenopause—with a particular focus on emotional and spiritual well-being. She has created valuable resources including educational webinars that help women navigate reproductive health challenges while maintaining their faith. Through her practice, Kami empowers women to advocate for their mental health needs while providing compassionate, Christ-centered support during some of life's most significant transitions.

Reproductive Health Support - Kami Schwartz

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00:00 Welcome to the Abundantly More Podcast

00:26 Kami Schwartz: Journey to Becoming a Doula

01:59 Supporting Women Through Life's Transitions

06:40 Mental Health Challenges During Pregnancy

09:40 The Link Between Mental Health and Fertility

14:31 Faith and Reproductive Health

20:07 Self-Care During Pregnancy

24:26 Recognizing Postpartum Depression

29:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Exploring Emotionally Focused Therapy and Its Impact on Relationships

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In this episode of the UR Covered podcast, host Hannah Lynn Miller delves into Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and its significance in strengthening couples' relationships. Hannah, a mental health therapist with years of experience, contrasts EFT with Gottman's practical advice and explains how EFT focuses on understanding emotional bonds and attachment styles in relationships. She describes the common dynamics between 'pursuers' and 'withdrawers' in couples and the importance of recognizing conflict triggers and underlying emotions. Hannah also emphasizes the benefits of seeking couples counseling to break negative interaction patterns. This episode offers a useful introduction to EFT and provides insights for couples looking to improve their relationship dynamics.

00:00 Welcome to the UR Covered Podcast
00:06 Exploring Mental Health and More
00:17 Journey as a Mental Health Therapist
00:50 Diving into Couples Therapy
01:28 Introduction to Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
02:11 Practical Insights from EFT
06:50 Understanding Relationship Dynamics
11:31 Breaking the Conflict Cycle
18:05 Final Thoughts and Resources

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In this episode of the UR Covered podcast, host Hannah Lynn Miller delves into the role of faith-based counseling in mental health. She outlines the ethical approaches to integrating spiritual beliefs with psychological methods, highlights the differences between faith-based and biblical counseling, and discusses the benefits of this holistic approach. The episode also touches on the importance of clients leading the spiritual content in sessions and the ethical necessity of not imposing the counselor's beliefs. Hannah provides insights from her personal and professional experiences, including the importance of community support and maintaining alignment with personal beliefs. Listeners are guided to visit her blog for a comprehensive overview of faith-based counseling.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:48 Understanding Faith-Based Counseling
02:50 Ethics in Counseling
04:28 Client-Led Spiritual Integration
10:44 Benefits of Faith-Based Counseling
15:31 Techniques in Faith-Based Counseling
17:51 Who Can Benefit from Faith-Based Counseling?
18:40 Faith-Based vs. Biblical Counseling
21:18 Conclusion and Personal Insights
22:50 Final Thoughts and Next Episode Preview


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