Healing Generations: Ameé Quiriconi on Trauma-Informed Parenting
Raising humans is hard. Let's not look at it as having to be one or the other, let's just look at it as raising humans is hard.
What if you could break the cycle of trauma for future generations? In this heartfelt episode of 'We Are The Stigma', hosts Melissa and Cody Kreutz sit down with Ameé Quiriconi, the voice behind 'One Broken Mom', to explore trauma-informed parenting. Ameé's journey is nothing short of inspiring. She opens up about her early struggles as a mother, feeling like she was failing and eventually stepping back to become a 'weekend parent'.
But life had other plans, and she was faced with a pivotal decision: to fully embrace motherhood once again. Ameé said 'Yes!' and has been on a path of healing ever since. She now shares her insights on how trauma can be passed down through generations and the importance of breaking these cycles.
The conversation also touches on neuroplasticity, the brain's incredible ability to change and heal even after trauma, and the narcissism spectrum scale, helping listeners recognize and understand triggers. Melissa adds her own experience with postpartum depression, highlighting the lasting impact it has had on her and her son. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of trauma and the power of informed parenting.
It's a raw, honest discussion that offers hope and practical advice for those looking to break free from negative cycles.