Podcast Episode

The 7-Step Process I Wish I Had When I Was Terrified of My Own Thoughts Postpartum

About this episode

If you’ve ever had a scary thought postpartum and immediately wondered, “What does this mean about me?” this episode is for you.In this episode, I’m sharing the 7-step process I wish I had when I was in the thick of intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and OCD.We’ll talk about:Why the thought itself isn’t always what keeps the spiral goingHow Googling, checking, analyzing, reassurance, and avoidance can keep fear aliveThe difference between understanding what’s happening and actually knowing how to respondWhy support and community matter so much when this feels isolatingHow faith in Jesus fits into the process without becoming another place to chase certaintyWhy “getting better” does not have to mean never having another scary thoughtThe full Unafraid Method: Understand → Recognize → Respond → Connect → Anchor → Reclaim → SustainI also share why, after years of coaching women 1:1, I’m creating something new for postpartum moms navigating intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and OCD.Peace After Postpartum is a 90-day group program + community built around The Unafraid Method, with weekly coaching, practical support, and faith woven throughout.If you’re listening before August 31st and want details about becoming one of the founding members, text PEACE to 404-692-3754.And come back tomorrow because I’m breaking down Step 1 of The Unafraid Method: UNDERSTAND.