The journey that lead to the creation of Mamashine began when I was born. My own mother experienced postpartum depression which effected her so deeply that she despaired about how it would effect me as I grew up. My mother continued to deal with what turned into chronic depression well into my preteens.
Even though I had witnessed and experienced first hand the erosive effects of postpartum depression on families, I was not prepared when I found myself also going through postpartum depression. I started the vision of Mamashine during my first two years of motherhood as I struggled with depression, anxiety, exhaustion, and trying to find balance with the many aspects of my self and my life including the demands of needing to make an income.
As a holistic practitioner of Chinese medicine and a student of personal growth, I began my journey towards healing postpartum depression naturally. My efforts succeeded, culminating ultimately in the Natural Postpartum Depression Answers E-book and E-Course. But my journey evolved beyond my physical and mental health into learning how to address my overall sense of purpose both as a mother and as a woman.
I came to recognize that I needed to continue to pursue my own creative aspirations as a singer/songwriter and honor that it was important for my parenting that I be creatively fullfilled. I also had to figure out how to commit to my music while juggling everything else.
I embarked upon the quest to find what living my full potential meant in all aspects of my self: mother, artist, healer and woman. This led to a deep examination of the beliefs modern women have about motherhood, and what it means to be a “good” mother.
From this process within myself I saw the need to give support, permission, and inspiration to other women so they can create the lives they want and to help them navigate the challenges along the way. Mamashine embodies all that I have learned about restoring health after pregnancy, learning how to pursue ones passion, becoming a mindful and aware parent, and much more.
I have also decided to give 5% profits from Mamashine to help women in developing countries who lack even the basics of maternal health care or support. I created a foundation through GiveBack.org called “A Mother’s Worth Foundation” to distribute the proceeds.
I am currently working on my first recording of my music with a 5 song EP to be released sometime in 2012. I perform at open mics, and will be moving towards creating my own band next year, Mariana and the Water. I live with my seven year old son, husband, my mother, our two cats and my sweet labrador, Molly. I enjoy traveling, studying about health, practicing self growth and spiritual concepts and being in nature.
I am also working on two upcoming guides: one for healing PMS and another on how to balance being an artist and a mother. I will be highlighting other magnificent mamas, wonderful healers, and creative visionaries as guest authors. Sign up for our newsletter for more updates as well as free bonuses and discounts. Also, make sure to grab your free “Mamashine 7 Day E-course” if you haven’t already.
I hope you will join me and all of us at Mamashine as we explore the wholeness of who we are.
Many Blessings!
