Life of the Party: Raising Her Tiny Social Butterfly with Lakeisha Jackson

In this episode of Choosing Chaos: Solo Motherhood by Choice, Lakeisha shares her journey to becoming a mom on her own terms—from prioritizing motherhood when dating took a back seat, to embracing the sweet surprise of discovering her baby’s gender at birth. She reflects on the joy of raising her daughter and the unique connections she’s built through dibling meetups, while also opening up about the emotional shifts that come with postpartum life. Most importantly, Lakeisha reminds us that seeking help when you’re struggling is not a sign of weakness, but of strength. By speaking candidly about postpartum depression and the courage it takes to ask for support, her story highlights the resilience, honesty, and love that define solo motherhood. Every path to parenthood is unique, and Lakeisha shows that even in the chaos, reaching out for help can make all the difference.

📞 Immediate Help

• Emergency: If you ever feel like you may act on thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number.
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US): Dial 988 anytime to connect with trained crisis counselors.

🌸 Postpartum-Specific Support

• Postpartum Support International (PSI):
  • Helpline (US & Canada): Call or text 1-800-944-4773 (English & Spanish available).
  • Website: postpartum.net
  • Offers a provider directory, online support groups, and peer mentors.
• Postpartum Progress:
  • Website: postpartumprogress.com
  • Community-focused site with stories, blog posts, and mental health resources.
• The Motherhood Center (NYC-based, with virtual options):
  • Website: themotherhoodcenter.com
  • Offers therapy, classes, and day programs.

📚 Self-Help & Education

• Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts by Karen Kleiman (book with illustrations, very approachable).
• The Postpartum Stress Center – postpartumstress.com