When we slow in our mountain of “to-do’s” to speak prayers, to call out something beautiful in another person, or to truly hear them in a time of need we are providing an opportunity for something greater than just two people gathered together. We invite an experience of sharing God’s loving gaze with that person. It can be life-changing for them, and/or us, when we take the time to share in one another’s belovedness.

When it comes to postpartum depression and anxiety no one is at fault.  No one chooses to think and feel this way and it is not as easy as waiting it out (though truly, I wish it could be).  Support, validation, reassurance, sleep, and adequate food intake are essential elements in feeling better.