Ep 03: Diapers and Dissertations, making motherhood work as a student
Today, I'm chatting with Acree, a grad student and mother, who shares her unique journey navigating academia and parenthood simultaneously. She shares her candid experiences of becoming a mother for the first time during the pandemic, and the contrast of what it was like with her second child, and the emotional challenges she faced along the way, such as intense hormonal shifts and anxiety.
We also explore why it's crucial to set boundaries, and build a supportive system that involves family and friends. It's not about being a supermom and grinning and bearing it alone!
Episode Highlights:
(02:14 - 03:37) Pursuing MFA in Creative Writing and Motherhood
(11:09 - 12:47) Breastfeeding and Hormonal Effects
(15:05 - 16:10) Postpartum Anxiety and Lack of Awareness
(17:40 - 19:19) Emotional Fluctuations During Breastfeeding
Do you have a story to tell?
If your breastfeeding experience has been transformative for you and you'd like to share it with others, then please let us know! We're always looking for new stories to let other people know what's possible. Just send your name and a short overview of your journey, or even just your words of wisdom for new parents.
Also, if you need support and want to connect with other parents who understand what you're going through, check out the Nourished Young Community so we can help support you on your journey.
Visit www.nourishedyoung.com to learn more.
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