Untold Stories Continues - Rachel’s fight To Be Heard

Some stories challenge what we think we know about motherhood.

Pregnancy is often painted as beautiful and transformative, but for many, it can also be frightening, isolating, or life-shattering.

In Rachel's case, the systems she trusted to care for her didn't listen. Her pain was dismissed. Her voice was doubted. And yet, she kept fighting to be heard.

Rachel's story is a reminder that mental health and motherhood are deeply connected and that no one should have to prove their pain to get help.

It calls us to keep checking in on families well after baby arrives - because mom's health matters too. A listening ear and a helping hand go further than you can ever imagine.

Watch Rachel’s Untold Story:

Content warning: This story includes mentions of suicidal thoughts and mental health struggles. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

This video continues Untold Stories: Journeys of Resilience and Hope, CelebrateOne’s six-month series that brings hidden truths about pregnancy and motherhood into the light.

Together, these stories reveal what families across the nation face every day and remind us that listening, compassion, and consistent support can save lives.

New episodes release on the first Friday of each month through March 2026, culminating in a spring panel event to continue the conversation.

No family should have to walk this path alone.

Watch today. Share widely. Keep listening.

Need Resources?

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available.

Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, and confidential)

Contact POEM (Perinatal Outreach & Encouragement for Moms) for support with pregnancy or postpartum mental health challenges: mhaohio.org/poem or call 614-315-8989.

Reach out to NAMI Ohio for free mental health resources and peer support: namiohio.org or call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)