Reproductively Speaking
Parenthood is messy, beautiful, exhausting, and transformative - sometimes all before breakfast.
Each episode, join Taryn Zweygardt, therapist and certified perinatal mental health specialist, for real and relatable conversations about the challenges and joys of parenthood. From identity shifts to mental health struggles, you’ll hear deep, honest talks, expert guidance, and inspiring stories that remind you - you're NOT alone.
Reproductively Speaking is here to help you nurture your mind, your relationships, and yourself, one episode at a time.
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Reproductively Speaking
6. How to Protect Your Peace As a Parent In the Age of Information Overwhelm
Ever found yourself awake at 10:47 p.m., the house finally quiet, doomscrolling your way through a spiral of “parenting tips” that somehow convince you you’re destroying your child’s future over a toothbrush?
If so, HI, you’re in good company!
I hear this all the time in sessions, and honestly, I’m in it too. We’re the first generation of parents who’ve been handed oceans of contradictory information at all hours of the day, on so many platforms.
Instead of feeling empowered, most of us feel inadequate, anxious, and convinced we’re already behind. It’s not because we’re weak. It’s because our brains were NEVER meant to process parenting through a firehose!
Our nervous system is experiencing overstimulation, and is desperately trying to protect us. It’s exhausting!
If you feel like you’re drowning in parenting content, here’s your permission to slow down, unfollow accounts that spike your anxiety, and intentionally choose what you consume. After all, YOU are your child’s expert, and you’re already a “good mom”!
Episode Recap:
- Why today’s parents are overwhelmed AF
- How our nervous system interprets online “scary posts” as real threats + what this leads to
- The REAL root of overwhelm
- The pressure modern parents feel to raise flawless, emotionally perfect kids
- The power of repair in parent-child relationships + how simple, honest moments rebuild connection
- A personal example of repair with my daughter
- 5 ways to help yourself when you feel like you're drowning in parenting info
- Why you DON’T have to earn the title of “good mom”
**Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for therapy or mental health care. If you’re struggling or need support, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional in your area, because you don’t have to go through it alone.
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