4: Motherhood in Context | Understanding the Bigger Picture of Parenting and Mental Health
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Motherhood in Context: Seeing the Bigger Picture Matters
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to “do it all” or confused by the endless advice coming your way, this is for you. Today, I’m diving into a topic that will shift how you think about motherhood, mental health, and parenting advice.
Why the Context of Motherhood Matters
Motherhood isn’t just about what’s happening in your home. It’s influenced by much larger forces - society, culture, expectations, and even your mental health. Understanding the bigger picture can change how you approach your parenting journey.
Mental health: It’s NOT about something that’s ‘wrong’ with you.
Parenting advice: Who's shaping it, and does it even fit your family?
Social pressures: How do they impact your choices without you even realizing it?
"Rather than seeing these struggles as something wrong with you, what about taking a step back and looking at the bigger picture. Are you feeling overwhelmed because of a lack of support, or pressure from social media, or a lack of adequate parental leave?"
Postpartum Prep Podcast by Doula Cove Episode 4: Motherhood in Context
Listen to the podcast to learn why it’s important to see the bigger picture and how it can bring you peace, clarity, and even more confidence in your decisions.
Is Parenting Advice Really Helpful?
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by unsolicited parenting tips, you’re not alone. The truth is: not all advice is created equal.
Is it in line with your values?
Does it make you feel empowered, or just more anxious?
In the latest episode, I talk about how to sift through all the advice out there to find what actually resonates with YOU - and why it’s perfectly okay to tune out the rest.
"The people in your circle should help you make decisions that align with your values—not pressure you into a version of motherhood that doesn’t feel right to you."
Postpartum Prep Podcast by Doula Cove Episode 4: Motherhood in Context
Want to know how to stop second-guessing every parenting choice? Listen in to get the insights.
Mental Health in Motherhood: It’s Bigger Than You Think
Struggling with your mental health postpartum is normal - but it’s often misunderstood.
You might feel like you're failing, but here’s the truth: the pressures of being a mom, societal expectations, and the lack of support systems contribute significantly to mental health challenges.
In this episode, I share a personal story about how I misunderstood my own mental health during postpartum and how changing my perspective helped me thrive.
If you’ve ever felt like you were “broken” because of mental health challenges, this episode will help you reframe your journey.
Want More Support That Fits YOU?
In today’s episode, I explain how you can begin to build a support system that honors the full picture of your motherhood journey. Plus, I share some ways to access the right support, so you don’t have to go it alone.
As a postpartum doula and lactation counselor, I believe in offering holistic support that considers all the layers of your experience as a mother. Whether it’s mental health, breastfeeding, or relationship dynamics, support should be tailored to YOUR needs - not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Take the Next Step: Listen Now!
Ready to get more comfortable in your role as a mother and stop feeling like you’re not enough? This episode is for you.
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Listen to the full episode and get the tips you need to navigate the bigger picture of motherhood. You deserve to feel supported, empowered, and confident - no matter what stage of motherhood you’re in.
Need Personalized Support?
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