Q&A: Navigating Work-Life Balance as a Parent, HRV for Stress and Long – Biohacking Brittany

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Feb 21, 2025

Q&A: Navigating Work-Life Balance as a Parent, HRV for Stress and Longevity, and Signs of Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, and OCD

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:

How do you balance work and motherhood without feeling guilty or overwhelmed?
What does research say about maternal presence and child development?
What is HRV, and why is it important for stress management and longevity?
How can you track and improve your HRV?
What are the physical and mental signs of postpartum depression and anxiety?
How do you differentiate between the baby blues and postpartum depression?
How does sleep deprivation impact postpartum mental health?
Can you be high-functioning and still struggle with postpartum mental health?
What strategies help with postpartum stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being?
How can travel and new experiences improve mental health during postpartum?

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