How to Help a Friend in Crisis: Real Advice from a Mom Who’s Been There

When someone you love is facing the unimaginable, what do you actually say? What can you do that really helps?

In this episode, Jessica talks with her friend Tara Sharp, a midlife mom who’s navigated multiple medical crises with her children—including open-heart surgery for her infant daughter and spinal surgery for her teen. Tara shares real-life examples of what helped the most (and what didn’t), along with advice for anyone in the thick of it themselves.

Whether you’re supporting a friend with a sick child, showing up for someone in crisis, or facing your own storm—this is a must-listen.

We talk about:

•How to support a friend going through a medical crisis

•What to say (and not say) when someone is struggling

•Practical ways to show up: food, logistics, emotional support

•Postpartum depression and the emotional toll on moms

•Why second opinions matter—and how to advocate for the best care

•How medical trauma can affect marriage and mental health

•What Tara wishes every parent knew

⭐️ Please share this with your friends who could benefit and leave a 5-star rating if this episode helped you.

Resources & Links:

➡️ Connect with Tara on Linked In

➡️ Order Maya Shankar’s book: The Other Side of Change*

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Disclaimer:

Belong Wellness and its members, managers, employees, contractors, and other agents or representatives are not licensed medical care providers and do not provide medical services or advice, including without limitation diagnosing, examining, preventing, treating, or curing any medical conditions. The information shared in this podcast is meant to be educational, not prescriptive. Please consult your medical doctor before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle. Further, the opinions of guests on this show do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Jessica or anyone affiliated with Belong Wellness.

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