The Moms Are Alright
Whether you're trying to conceive or are a few years into toddlerhood, we know that the transition to motherhood can leave you feeling a little (or a lot!) stuck, overwhelmed, and alone.
Join perinatal psychologists Dr. Caroline Dickens (toddler mom) and Dr. Hila Sachs (first-time mom-to-be) as they share their professional expertise and personal experiences alongside guest experts to cover all the motherhood challenges you're struggling with the most.
You'll leave each 45-minute episode with new perspectives and tools that will help you find more peace, joy, fulfillment, and hopefully a little humor, through even the hardest parts of the transition to motherhood.
The Moms Are Alright
Building Unshakeable Self-Trust with Dr. Tuesday Watts-Overall
Summary
Dr. Tuesday Watts-Overall joins Hila and Caroline for a conversation exploring the complexities of perfectionism in motherhood, focusing on themes such as navigating uncertainty and the importance of self-trust in pregnancy and early motherhood. The speakers discuss how these elements intertwine to affect personal growth and parenting experiences in this phase of life.
Takeaways
- Perfectionism can intensify after becoming a mother.
- Self-trust is crucial for navigating parenting challenges.
- Understanding one's own needs is essential for emotional well-being during the perinatal period
What’s covered in this episode:
00:40 - Meet Dr. Tuesday and learn about self-trust and perfectionism
06:34 - The journey from perfectionism to self-trust
12:21 - Understanding perfectionism in motherhood
19:03 - Navigating the external expectations
25:19 - Building self-trust and finding connection over perfection
32:25 - Practical tips to cultivate self-trust
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Disclaimer: Information shared in this podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only. It is not therapy nor a replacement for therapy, nor is it medical advice. If you need support, please seek mental health care from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
