I dive into the reality of balancing work and motherhood, the science of heart rate variability (HRV) tracking, and the signs of postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD.
As a new mom, I share my personal experiences, research-backed insights, and practical strategies for optimizing health and mental well-being during this phase of life.
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I talk about:
06:00 – Redefining balance as a working mom and why perfect balance is a myth
09:40 – Adapting work-life balance strategies as a new mom
17:45 – The reality of work-life balance and being present with your child
23:10 – Understanding HRV, why it matters, and how to track it
26:50 – The link between HRV and longevity, mental health, and stress resilience
27:58 – Practical ways to improve HRV
29:10 – The signs and symptoms of postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD
31:00 – The underestimated challenges of postpartum life
45:40 – How traveling and getting out of town helps mental health during postpartum
49:00 – Supplements, self-care, and mental offloading strategies for postpartum wellness
51:40 – The importance of social connections and therapy during motherhood
Questions answered in this episode:
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How do you balance work and motherhood without feeling guilty or overwhelmed?
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What does research say about maternal presence and child development?
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What is HRV, and why is it important for stress management and longevity?
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How can you track and improve your HRV?
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What are the physical and mental signs of postpartum depression and anxiety?
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How do you differentiate between the baby blues and postpartum depression?
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How does sleep deprivation impact postpartum mental health?
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Can you be high-functioning and still struggle with postpartum mental health?
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What strategies help with postpartum stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being?
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How can travel and new experiences improve mental health during postpartum?
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Resources:
- Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today!
- Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now!
- My Amazon storefront
- The book: Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters
- HRV Trackers: Oura Ring, WHOOP, Garmin, Ultra Human Ring
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