Megan Graham

In this heartfelt episode of Motherhood Unveiled, hosted by Ashley, Megan Graham shares her personal journey as a mother of two energetic boys and a communications lead at the Canadian Mental Health Association. Megan discusses the concept of matrescence, the challenges of motherhood, and the critical need for maternal mental health support. Her story highlights the mind-body connection and the impact of significant life changes on a mother's identity and wellbeing. Listen in to discover the importance of kindness, empathy, and understanding, and how Megan's experience with anxiety led to a deeper empathy for others. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that motherhood is a complex, transformative journey that deserves recognition and support.

Meet Megan:
Megan Graham is a communications professional, wife and mother of two energetic boys. Megan lives in beautiful City of Guelph and loves being part of the incredible community. As the Communications Lead at the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington she works to normalize and make people comfortable with the human experience of mental health struggles, especially mothers who are very often carry a very heavy emotional load.

Episode References
1. Nikki MacCahon
2. Matrescence
3. National Library of Medicine - What is matrescence?

00:00 Welcome to Motherhood Unveiled

00:24 Introducing Megan Graham

02:16 Megan's Journey into Motherhood

03:32 The Challenges of Early Motherhood

04:52 Finding Support in a Mom Group

05:04 Returning to Work and New Struggles

16:24 Health Scares and Mental Health

29:14 Modern Motherhood: The Pressure to Be Perfect

29:58 Transformative Experiences: Grace and Growth

30:43 Navigating Motherhood During a Pandemic

32:32 Debunking Myths About Motherhood

36:43 The Mental Load of Motherhood

39:29 The Importance of Maternal Mental Health

41:15 The Journey of Matrescence

47:40 Advice and Reflections on Motherhood

54:21 Conclusion: Sharing Stories to Destigmatize Mental Health

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Cover Art: Abigail Murphy Photography