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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Stethoscopes and Strollers
101. How I managed locums with a baby and a toddler— and how you can too
Hey Doc,
“I’ll do locums once the kids are older.”
Sound familiar?
That’s the line I hear most from physician moms when they’re curious about locums but don’t think it’s realistic with a baby or toddler at home.
But here’s the truth:
I started doing locums with a 2-year-old and a newborn and it turned out to be one of the best parenting decisions I ever made.
Not because it was easy.
But because it gave me more freedom, more presence, and more say in how I showed up — both at home and at work.
In this episode, I walk you through how I made it work:
- Why “wait until they’re older” might actually be harder
- How my setup (with daycare, nannies, and locums shifts) gave our whole family more peace
- What it took to breastfeed, pump, and store milk on the road
- And why leaving for 24 hours helped my husband and kids more than it hurt
This isn’t about pushing you toward locums.
It’s about showing you what’s possible, even when they’re tiny.
Because babies don’t need perfection. They need love, routine, and a mom who’s supported not sacrificed.
🎧 Tune in to hear how I made it work and why you just might be more ready than you think.
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