Navigating motherhood comes with its own set of challenges, but for military moms—veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses—the journey can be even more demanding.

This episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum shines a spotlight on the unique obstacles faced by military mothers and how these challenges contribute to a significantly higher risk of maternal mental health issues compared to the general population. Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore delve into striking statistics, such as the staggering 35-50% prevalence of maternal mental health conditions in military moms, and explore the contributing factors, including prolonged separations, frequent relocations, limited support networks, and the culture of resilience that can make seeking help feel impossible.

If you're a military mom or know someone who is, this episode is an important reminder: you are not alone, and there is help available.

For more resources on maternal mental health in military populations, visit Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance Fact Sheets at https://www.mmhla.org/fact-sheets.

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