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freemom, conversations for modern mothers
freemom is a podcast that explores motherhood in a different way than what you're used to. From mental health issues to paid maternity leave, money matters to building a business, we are laser-focused on the modern mama who finds a way to balance it all but shouldn’t have to. At freemom, we pick the brains of authors, journalists, scientists, therapists, business owners, and politicians who want to create better opportunities for our generation as well as the next one. Best of all is that we are bringing these seriously brilliant and inspirational women right into your ears in easy 30-minute episodes that you can listen to during your daily commute or stroller stroll. Strap yourself in mama because this is going to be a ride.
freemom, conversations for modern mothers
Maternal Mental Health and Motherhood
This episode is an important one, because we’re talking about something that so many of us carry quietly: the weight of motherhood and how hard it can be to take care of ourselves while we’re taking care of everyone else.
We all feel it—that mental load, the emotional overwhelm, the constant pressure to hold it all together. And yet, somehow, we’re still expected to just power through without real support.
But here’s the thing: maternal mental health matters, and the numbers make that painfully clear. The United States has the highest maternal mortality rate of any high-income country—and more than 22% of those deaths are linked to mental health complications. That’s not just a statistic—that’s real women, real families, and it’s a sign that the system is failing us.
That’s why I’m so excited for today’s conversation with Stella Falkner. She’s a mom and the founder of Dowa Health, a platform that brings together clinical expertise and lived experience to support mothers in a way that feels validating, proactive, and accessible. Dowa offers over 100 classes and courses from licensed maternal health professionals across the U.S. and internationally—because real care shouldn’t only come after a crisis. It should be there before we fall apart.
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From mental health and managing relationships to raising changemakers and advocating for support, freemom is a podcast dedicated to ensuring that every mom feels heard. You can find us on the gram at @freemomcast or on the web at www.freemomcast.com. You can also support the show and help fund production with a sweet little five-dollar donation right here. Thanks for listening!
