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Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*! In this special Father's Day episode, I honor my husband and the father of my children. Here’s a look at what we cover:

Episode Highlights:

- Manifestation Realized: Reflecting on how I manifested my husband, a first-generation Trinidadian, and how he surpassed all my expectations.

- Parenting Together: How my husband inspired me to want boys and how we balance each other out in raising our beautiful family.

- Overcoming Challenges: Discussing our journey through postpartum burnout and how his support helped me recover.

- Personal Growth: The importance of mutual growth and commitment in our relationship, making us better partners and parents.

- Special Moments: Sharing a recent ER visit with our daughter that highlighted our improved teamwork and communication.

Key Messages:

- Love and Respect: Despite the challenges, the love and respect for my husband remain strong and essential.

- Supportive Partners: Celebrating fathers who break gender norms, are present with their kids, and take on parenting responsibilities.

- Open Communication: Encouraging honest conversations with partners about their true desires and needs.

Encouragement for Listeners:

- Honoring Dads: Acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of the fathers in your life.

- Stronger Together: Emphasize the importance of a strong marriage foundation for a stable family life.

Call to Action:

- Share with Your Husband: Let your husband listen to this episode as a way to appreciate and celebrate his role.

- Support the Podcast: Share this episode with other physician moms and leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred platform.

Thank you for joining this heartfelt Father's Day episode of *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. See you next time for more insightful discussions about motherhood and medicine!

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Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. In this episode, I share my journey toward obtaining my Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) and discuss the Nine Steps to Wellness from Postpartum Support International. These steps are integral to my coaching practice for physician moms in the early years of motherhood.

Episode Highlights:

- Pursuing PMH-C: I’m preparing for my Perinatal Mental Health Certification to enhance my coaching services, despite vowing never to take another exam after my boards.

- Validation of Core Values: Discovering how the Nine Steps to Wellness align perfectly with my coaching values, reinforcing the importance of these principles in supporting postpartum mental health.

The Nine Steps to Wellness:

1. Education: Providing information through books, handouts, and websites. I curate and distill this information for my clients to simplify their learning process.

2. Sleep/Rest: Emphasizing the critical need for rest, even if actual sleep is elusive.

3. Nutrition: Highlighting the importance of proper nutrition, especially during the exhausting postpartum period.

4. Exercise and Time for Self: Encouraging movement and personal time to enhance physical and mental well-being.

5. Sharing with Nonjudgmental Listeners: Building a supportive village of nonjudgmental individuals.

6. Emotional Support: Asserting the necessity of emotional support from various sources.

7. Practical Support: Advocating for physical help with childcare, cooking, and housework—outsourcing when necessary.

8. Finding Supportive Resources: Leveraging healthcare providers, support groups, and coaches to fill in gaps.

9. Plan of Action: Breaking down tasks into manageable steps to avoid overwhelm and foster progress.

These steps form the foundation of my coaching practice, helping physician moms thrive postpartum and establish a solid foundation for motherhood.

If you’re in the early years of motherhood, feeling overwhelmed and unable to enjoy time wit

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Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. Today, we dive into an essential aspect of a physician mom's life: childcare. Often overlooked as part of your "village," reliable childcare isn't just helpful—it's a transformative element that returns time, rest, and peace of mind to your life.

In This Episode:

- Understanding Childcare Options: I explore the critical role of childcare in giving you more quality time with your children and discuss how to decide between different types of childcare providers.

- Pros and Cons of Nannies and Au Pairs: From live-in care to flexible schedules, I break down the benefits and challenges of choosing nannies and au pairs. We’ll discuss everything from the cultural exchange benefits of au pairs to the professional reliability of nannies.

- Personal Journey with Au Pairs: Initially resistant to the idea, I share how my perspective on au pairs changed after firsthand experience. I’m currently interviewing for a second au pair and will share why I believe live-in care can be a game-changer, especially for physician moms.

Discussion Highlights:

- Cost and Commitment: Understand the financial and emotional investments involved in each childcare option. While nannies can offer stability and long-term relationships, they can be expensive and may not always align with a physician’s unpredictable schedule.

- Flexibility with Au Pairs: I discuss the unparalleled flexibility that au pairs provide, particularly beneficial for physicians who need childcare that can adapt to varying schedules.

- Screening and Matching: I emphasize the importance of careful screening and matching processes to ensure that your childcare choice aligns with your family’s needs. This includes setting expectations right from the start and managing them throughout the arrangement.

Learn More and Register:

- Interested in diving deeper into finding the right childcare solution? Join my upcoming information session, "Hire a Nanny in Five Easy Steps," on June 27th, 2024.

My next info session, Hire a Nanny in 5 EASY Steps is on Thursday 27th June 2024 at 3pm ET/ 12pm PT.
Register now to hire the perfect nanny with confidence and EASE! The replay will be sent out to everyone who registers, so don't worry if you can't make it live. See you there!

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If you feel you need direct support or someone to talk through the unique challenges of being a physician mom, schedule a free coaching session.

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