The Children's Wellness Spot
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the information about kids' health and parenting out there? Are you unsure what to make of some of the conflicting ideas? Are you eager to transcend the noise and uncover reliable parenting and kids' health guidance from a specialist who goes beyond social media, friends, and neighbors? Are you seeking stress-free parenting and improved children's mental health and parenting confidence? Are you concerned about kids' nutrition, learning disabilities, respiratory diseases, technology use, and other issues?
Grab a cup of coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and settle in for an uplifting conversation with Dr. Bande Virgil, also known as Dr. V, a board-certified pediatrician and parent, as she shares valuable insights on kids' health, teens' well-being, and ways to nurture your family. She will guide you through the noise, empower your parenting confidence, and provide knowledge on common illnesses and challenges children and teens face with each easy-to-follow episode.
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Let’s Talk: The Mental Load of Mothers and “The Village”
Motherhood is stressful for so many at different times in their parenting journey. Many mothers battle with the hidden signs of stress and overwhelm. They feel the need to be perfect and joyful in public but are drowning under the mental load of carrying so much for their children. Especially mothers who feel like they don’t have support from family or friends and are doing it all on their own.
In this episode, Dr. Virgil discusses the mental load of motherhood. She asks the important question, where is the village/community? She gives some practical tips of encouragement for mothers to build a village/community around them and their children. Listen in and let’s chat!
Depleted Mother Syndrome (DMS)/Maternal Burnout Syndrome describes the experience of a mother feeling emotionally, mentally, and physically exhausted due to the overwhelming demands of parenting.
*this is not a substitute for care from your provider*
*If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or considering thoughts of suicide, please seek immediate care from a local provider*
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