Stethoscopes and Strollers
Welcome to Stethoscopes & Strollers! I'm Dr. Toya, mom of two, OBGYN, and coach for physician moms. Here, we go beyond the hospital halls, into the messy, magical early years of parenting—think diapers, sleepless nights, and figuring out how to deal with all those unexpected twists and turns.
Every episode, I dive into topics like mental health, the ins and outs of postpartum sex, sorting out childcare, and how having little ones changes your marriage. We’ll talk about getting back to work after baby, the real deal with mom guilt thanks to those tough doctor schedules, what pumping at work is really like, and how to keep all the balls in the air without dropping any. We’re here to get real about the hard choices, like deciding to stop breastfeeding, and so much more. This is a space for focusing on taking care of you, because managing scrubs and swaddles takes a village.
You'll figure out how to ask for and actually accept help, because let’s be honest, getting support is crucial for thriving as both a mom and a doctor.
Just a quick heads-up: while we're all about sharing and supporting, remember this isn’t medical advice. We’re here to connect, share experiences, and grow—together, without the medical jargon.
You'll figure out how to ask for and actually accept help, because let’s be honest, getting support is crucial for thriving as both a mom and a doctor.
Just a quick heads-up: while we're all about sharing and supporting, remember this isn’t medical advice. We’re here to connect, share experiences, and grow—together, without the medical jargon.
So, grab your coffee or tea, and get ready to dive into those parts of being a physician mom that don't get talked about enough. You're not riding this roller coaster alone, and you definitely deserve all the support you can get.
Tune in to Stethoscopes & Strollers for some real, honest insights and practical tips to make momming a bit easier. It’s time to get the conversation started!
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Podcasting since 2024 • 85 episodes
Stethoscopes and Strollers
Latest Episodes
77. Quiet, Direct, and Just Fine: Being Ourselves Without Apologies
Hey Doc,This episode was sparked by a late-night convo with my husband about our current au pair (who’s on her way out) and turned into a full reflection on introversion, identity, and what it means to actually honor who ...
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Episode 77
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76. The First 72 Hours: How to Set Your Au Pair (and Yourself) Up for Success
Hey Doc,If you're bringing an au pair into your home, congratulations on building your paid village!But now what?The first 72 hours are a critical window. Not for work (they can’t technically start yet), but for setting the...
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Episode 76
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75. Hiring a Nanny 101: The Step-by-Step Guide Every Physician Mom Needs
Hey Doc,Hiring a nanny can feel like a lot.Even after you’ve made the decision, there are still so many questions:Where do I look?What do I ask?How do I know if someone’s the right fit?In this episode, ...
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Episode 75
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74. Part 2 | No Map, No Mentor, No Regrets: Dr. Alexandra Stockwell’s Bold Path in Medicine and Motherhood
We’re back with Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, and this half of her story is just as rich and revealing as the first.If Part 1 was about identity and navigating early motherhood in medicine, Part 2 is all about <...
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Episode 74
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74. Part 1 | Choosing Her Own Way: Dr. Alexandra Stockwell on Motherhood, Marriage, and the Life She Built Beyond the Script
This one’s for the woman navigating the messy middle of ambition and alignment.In this deeply personal conversation, I sat down with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, physician, intimacy coach, mother of four, and one of my own mentors, to talk a...
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