My 1 year reflections post #pmads I am a warrior!! I haven’t just survived my #perinataldepression and #perinatalanxiety I am thriving!! I have found my identity outside of motherhood, yes still a mom but I fill my cup with work and purpose to help others. I am dedicated to educating myself more about #perinatalmentalhealth and continue to advocate for normalizing mental health so others do not have to suffer in silence. I still have no idea what I’m doing as a #firsttimemom and I’m totally ok with that. I’m a new person too and I’m learning just like my toddler is. I have begun my gentle parenting style in an effort to stop the generational trauma passed down from my Latinx ancestors. #breakgenerationalcurses I got years and years worth of feelings to unpack so I will try my hardest to be gentle to myself too. My coping skills are becoming instinctive and my rage has significantly improved. Last year I would roll my eyes at mindfulness and breathing exercises and now I can’t imagine functioning without them. I am not alone. I am not to blame for this roller coaster journey of emotions. I have found the right treatment options and I am doing well where I can count more happy days than difficult days. I am so grateful to this online community for showing this mujer that I am not alone in keeping the #motherhoodjourney real. 🥰💕