
Not Defined By Motherhood, the Podcast
Mother is a title, not your whole damn story. Each week, host Melanie O’Reilly-Rogers helps you cut through the noise, ditch the guilt, and find yourself again - without a million-step morning routine or picture-perfect plans. From quick mindset shifts to honest conversations about the messy, beautiful reality of life as a mom, you’ll get the clarity, validation, and strategies you need to feel more like you again.
Not Defined By Motherhood, the Podcast
Beyond Motherhood Summit Speaker Highlight - Dr. Karen Wolowick
In this episode of The Mostly Under Control Podcast, host Melanie O'Reilly-Rogers chats with Dr. Karen Wolowick, a board-certified OB-GYN and owner of Maya Gynecology in Downers Grove. Dr. Wolowick, affectionately known as Downers Grove’s favorite gynecologist, will be presenting at the Beyond Motherhood Summit on Saturday, January 18, at 2:30 PM, discussing healthy weight management for women.
Dr. Wolowick shares her insights on motherhood, self-care, and the importance of honesty about the challenges of parenting. Together, Melanie and Dr. Wolowick dive into the pressures moms face, how to embrace grace in the midst of chaos, and why women need more community and support.
Dr. Wolowick also provides a sneak peek into her upcoming summit session, where she’ll break down evidence-based strategies for weight management, review modern medication options, and empower women to make informed choices about their health.