Postpartum Unraveled: The Hidden Trauma That Forced Me to Heal (NO MORE SILENCE) - with Fradel Neuman

Throwback Episode:

https://thefranciskashow.libsyn.com/a-gaslighting-case-in-the-literal-sense-with-shulim-leifer

Do Diaspora Jews Care (Orthodox Conundrum)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdIh-tnFszE

 

In this episode of The Franciska Show, host Francisca interviews Fradel Neuman, an ultra-Orthodox Hasidic woman from Monroe, about her personal journey through child sexual abuse, depression, and her ongoing healing process. Fradel reveals the impact of her upbringing on her mental health and spiritual life, her struggles with trust and emotional intimacy, and the steps she took toward recovery. Despite the challenges, she has found support in her husband and professional therapy. Fradel also discusses the importance of addressing shame, the need for supportive environments, and shares her aspirations of becoming a professional singer. This powerful episode highlights Fradel's resilience and offers hope and understanding to survivors and those supporting them.

 

 

00:00 Introduction and Warm Wishes

01:12 Reflecting on the Hostage Situation

01:49 Revco Fox's Blind Date Initiative

02:27 Throwback Episode and No More Silence Series

03:02 Interview with Freidel Newman Begins

03:15 Freidel's Background and Family Life

03:50 Discussing Child Sexual Abuse

07:48 Therapy and Healing Journey

17:35 Confronting the Abusers

26:11 Witnessing Abuse and Emotional Neglect

28:17 Therapy and Healing Journey

30:33 Impact on Marriage and Trust Issues

33:21 Struggles with Depression

39:32 Religious Life and Personal Changes

44:28 Emotional Intimacy and Family Relationships

47:56 Message to Survivors and Mothers

56:10 Hopes and Dreams for the Future

 

Fradel Neuman is a mental health advocate, survivor of sexual abuse and photographer sharing her mental health journey.

.css-j9qmi7{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:1rem;margin-top:2.8rem;width:100%;-webkit-box-pack:start;-ms-flex-pack:start;-webkit-justify-content:start;justify-content:start;padding-left:5rem;}@media only screen and (max-width: 599px){.css-j9qmi7{padding-left:0;-webkit-box-pack:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;justify-content:center;}}.css-j9qmi7 svg{fill:#27292D;}.css-j9qmi7 .eagfbvw0{-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;color:#27292D;}