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.
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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Episodes
91. The OB/GYN Who Had 5 Kids in 5 Years — Meet Dr. Candice Wood
90. Love, Motherhood, Medicine, and Life Reimagined with Dr. Sonia Singh
89. Dr. Sarah Stombaugh on Residency, Motherhood, and redefining Balance
88. Guilt Pills & Rigid Roles: Dr. Saumya Dave Gets Real
87. 30 Days Without Childcare And Why I’ll Never Do It Again
86. Are You The Problem? How Women Physicians Can Change the Culture of Medicine
85. Fire Your Financial Advisor and Free Yourself
84. What It Really Costs to Host an Au Pair
83. This Room Was Made for You: The Power of Belonging
82. Boundaries, Burnout, and the Right to Walk Away
81. The Empowered Exit – Part 2: What to Do After You Decide to Leave
80. The Empowered Exit - Part 1: How to Leave Your Job Without Losing Yourself
79. You Get to Walk Away: Why Resilience Doesn’t Require Trauma
78. From Cancer Survivor to Luxury Brand CEO: Dr. Verniese Moore’s Unstoppable Journey
77. Quiet, Direct, and Just Fine: Being Ourselves Without Apologies
76. The First 72 Hours: How to Set Your Au Pair (and Yourself) Up for Success
75. Hiring a Nanny 101: The Step-by-Step Guide Every Physician Mom Needs
74. Part 2 | No Map, No Mentor, No Regrets: Dr. Alexandra Stockwell’s Bold Path in Medicine and Motherhood
74. Part 1 | Choosing Her Own Way: Dr. Alexandra Stockwell on Motherhood, Marriage, and the Life She Built Beyond the Script
More Than Help: Dr. Alexandra Stockwell on Building Childcare Relationships That Feel Like Home
73. Hey Hubby: What Your Wife Wishes You Understood About Motherhood
72. Let Him Be Great: Releasing Control in Your Home
To My Husband: Thank You for Doing the Work With Me
71. How Did We Get Here? When Modern Marriage Falls Into Traditional Roles
70. What Your Husband Was Never Taught: The Expectation Gap at Home