Unlocking the Power of Therapy: Scheana Shay's Inspiring Journey of Overcoming Solo Parenting Fears

Scheana Shay overcame her fear of being alone by taking her daughter, Summer Moon, to Disneyland by herself, with the help of therapy. "I've always been afraid of doing things alone, and I know those fears will never go away. There will always be something to worry about," Shay, 38, revealed exclusively to We on October 4th while promoting her partnership with appliance brand Ninja. "Even after 38 years, my mom still worries about me, and that's something that will never change. So, I've accepted this part of motherhood. However, I realized that if I continue to rely on others to always be there with us, I'll be missing out on valuable life experiences with my daughter. Brock Davies and my mom can't always be there, but as long as I'm there for Summer, that's all she needs."

Shay, who has a two-year-old daughter with her husband Davies, opened up about her experience of working with a therapist to manage these difficulties. She explained that being diagnosed with OCD, undergoing exposure therapy, and taking her daughter to Disneyland were both equally challenging. She even compared going through the TSA on a flight to be easier than Disneyland.

Shay had been facing challenges with her mental well-being even before welcoming Summer in April 2021.

Sharing her experience on Wednesday, she mentioned, "My anxiety began even before my pregnancy, just the mere thought of being pregnant, followed by a miscarriage, subsequent pregnancy, development of HELLP syndrome, and then constantly worrying if she would stop breathing while watching her sleep. It's like, when she started eating for the first time, I would constantly worry if she would choke."

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Shay admitted that her September trip to the Happiest Place on Earth was overwhelming, but she has made significant progress in coping with her anxiety since then. Reflecting on her experience taking Summer to the theme park alone, she shared that her anxiety level has decreased from an 8 out of 10 to possibly a 4.

Shay acknowledges that she had brought snacks for Summer, but she did not anticipate her daughter consuming them quickly while they were waiting in incredibly lengthy queues. Additionally, Shay experienced difficulties with the app, which prevented her from placing a mobile order. This situation caused her to feel stressed and anxious because she realized that Summer had finished her snacks and needed more food, but the line was too long. Shay also mentioned that Summer was misbehaving on the Monsters Inc. ride, which added to her stress. Furthermore, Shay mentioned that she was constantly being recognized by fans during this entire ordeal.

Now that the “Good as Gold” singer handled the solo trip, she is “ready to do it again.”

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Shay, who is currently enjoying this new chapter of motherhood, is looking forward to booking a secondary trip to Disney. In the meantime, she has partnered with Ninja and their personalized Thirsti beverage maker. According to Shay, this beverage maker is amazing. Not only does it eliminate the hassle of bottles and cans, but it also allows for customization. Users can choose between still or sparkling water and adjust the level of bubbles. The best part is that you can even mix two flavors together. Thirsti offers a variety of options, such as Hydrate with electrolytes, Splash with flavor, Vitamins, and Energy. Whether you prefer vitamin-infused water with bubbles or enjoy combining different flavors, there is something for everyone. Shay's personal favorite is the Summer strawberry lemonade, and she highly recommends trying out these delicious flavors.

With reporting by Christina Garibaldi

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