

1857: Overcoming Depression as a Mormon Mom - Tara Herbert Pt. 2
Jan 26, 2024
Tara Herbert, a Mormon mom, shares her challenging journey within Mormonism and motherhood. She speaks about the pressure and struggles she faced, the erasure of women's roles in Mormon theology, and the sexism within the faith. Tara navigates her disillusionment, finding solace in stepping away from Mormonism and embracing a more liberated perspective on life and motherhood. She prioritizes her mental health and autonomy, recognizing the importance of complexity and personal growth. The podcast also explores her experiences with mental health, adoption, and the lack of support within the Mormon religion for moms.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Mental Health Struggles during Pregnancy and Birth
02:02 • 13min
Struggles with Postpartum PTSD
15:01 • 24min
Struggles with Adoption and Family Attention
39:10 • 6min
Struggles of a Mormon Mother
44:47 • 23min
Misdiagnosis and Trauma
01:07:17 • 12min
Reactions to Second Anointing and Chapter 132 of the Doctrine and Covenants
01:19:38 • 2min
Breaking Point: Frustration with Male-Centric Mormonism
01:21:34 • 25min
Overcoming Mental Health Challenges
01:46:53 • 8min
The Benefits of Being a Working Mom
01:54:54 • 4min
Lack of Support and Community for Mormon Moms
01:58:47 • 13min
Overcoming Depression and Finding a Healthy Mindset
02:11:46 • 3min