Parents First
216: Am I in Perimenopause? with Dr. Louise Newson
Discover the journey of perimenopause with Dr. Louise Newson. Learn about common symptoms, hormone roles, the benefits and risks of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and cultural impacts. Get insights and answers to your pressing questions.
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211: How to raise a child who doesn’t experience shame
Are there parts of yourself that you don’t share with other people? Things that you think: “If people knew that about me, they wouldn’t love me / they’d think I’m a terrible person / they wouldn’t even want to be around me”? When you mess up, does it seem like it’s not that you…
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174: Support for Neurodivergent Parents with Dr. Rahimeh Andalibian & Sara Goodrich
This episode is dedicated to supporting neurodivergent parents. Dr. A offers insights and resources to help identify neurodivergence in yourself or your partner and find the support you need. It’s especially relevant for parents who may have gone undiagnosed into adulthood.
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169: How to take care of yourself first with Liann Jensen
In this episode, Liann shares her challenging journey into motherhood, from traumatic childbirth to a miscarriage and a subsequent pregnancy, all against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her toddler, Hewitt, struggled to adapt to the new baby, leading to behavioral issues that left Liann feeling overwhelmed and angry.
Discover how Liann learned to navigate these challenges and underwent transformative shifts in her parenting approach. By embracing self-compassion and unconventional solutions, she found a path that worked for her family. The episode emphasizes the power of non-cognitive shifts, where new insights become an integral part of the parenting journey.
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SYPM 020: Preparing for the afterbirth with Renee Reina
Renee Reina of The Mom Room shares her experience of setting boundaries with visitors after giving birth, creating a calm and peaceful environment. Discover how to navigate those early days of motherhood on your terms, regardless of societal norms.
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