S8 Ep14: Postpartum as a Single Mother by Choice with SMBC Mel Anderson
After a pregnancy marked by hyperemesis and countless challenges, Mel Anderson returns to share the next chapter of her story. This time, it’s a much brighter one.
The birth of Mel’s daughter didn’t go exactly as planned, but from the very first moment she heard her daughter’s cry, everything shifted. Instead of bracing herself for postpartum depression, Mel was surprised to feel a rush of love and relief.
The weeks that followed became a season of healing and sweetness, allowing herself to recover slowly. She discovered how much she loves the simple rhythms of newborn life, and how motherhood has brought her more presence and joy than she ever imagined.
Now, eight months in, Mel is not only thriving as a mom, but she’s reconnecting with her passion for yoga: dreaming of ways to guide other single mothers by choice through movement, breath, and grounding practices designed especially for this community.
In this episode on Mel’s postpartum experience as a single mother by choice, you’ll hear about:
Recovering physically and emotionally after a difficult pregnancy and birth
The unexpected sweetness of newborn life and early motherhood
Daily rituals of connection and presence with her daughter
How Mel is dreaming of a platform to support SMBCs through yoga and meditation
And much more!
