Hey Girl, I've Been There Too

When I (the Founder) was struggling with postpartum depression, I didn’t know that my dark thoughts were an actual, treatable medical condition. I just thought I was going crazy and had turned into a terrible human. It wasn’t until I overheard a mother describe what intrusive thoughts were and share examples of them (which were the exact same as mine), that I finally felt a giant weight lift off my shoulders. I wasn’t going insane!  Learning that I was one of thousands of women who deal with this and that it was treatable was a huge turning point for me in my fight for my mental health. 
 

Fast forward a few years and my mental health has had a complete makeover. As I started leading our club on our various adventures, I observed a recurring theme each week: so many of us feel alone in what we are dealing with. And we fear that nobody else understands the burdens we carry. False as that is, I get it; because I have felt the same way.  I have learned that navigating life’s challenges is easier with the support of a community. In the words of Serena Williams, “Every woman’s  success should be an inspiration to another. Because we’re stronger when we cheer each other on.” While our individual stories are unique, we all carry common threads of resilience, triumph, and support.

Here, our members open up about their experiences and offer advice on all aspects of women’s health. Each author selects her own topic focusing on various aspects of wellness—whether it be mental, physical, emotional, or social. I hope that as you read through their narratives, you’ll feel uplifted and inspired to conquer your challenges because you know you are not alone. Cause girl, we’ve been there too.