42. Behind the Scenes: A Raw Conversation with My Husband About Our Early Parenthood Journey

11/27/24 • 32 min

Hey doc, in this special episode of ✨Stethoscopes and Strollers✨, my husband Adé joins me for an intimate conversation about our journey through early parenthood. We dive deep into the challenges, transformations, and lessons learned along the way.

From navigating those early postpartum days to rebuilding our partnership, we share openly about:

How becoming parents changed our dynamic
The impact of postpartum struggles on our marriage
Our breaking point and path to healing
The power of understanding each other's experiences
Building a stronger partnership through challenges

Key takeaways:

Early parenthood challenges affect both partners differently
Support is crucial for relationship survival
Communication breaks down gradually but can be rebuilt
Understanding your partner's experience matters
Strong partnerships require intentional work

Doc, the journey through early parenthood isn't easy, but with the right support and understanding, your relationship can emerge stronger.

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From navigating those early postpartum days to rebuilding our partnership, we share openly about:

How becoming parents changed our dynamic
The impact of postpartum struggles on our marriage
Our breaking point and path to healing
The power of understanding each other's experiences
Building a stronger partnership through challenges

Key takeaways:

Early parenthood challenges affect both partners differently
Support is crucial for relationship survival
Communication breaks down gradually but can be rebuilt
Understanding your partner's experience matters
Strong partnerships require intentional work

Doc, the journey through early parenthood isn't easy, but with the right support and understanding, your relationship can emerge stronger.

What did you think of the episode, doc? Let me know!

Remember to subscribe to "Stethoscopes and Strollers" on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode of encouragement and empowerment.

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Connect with me.

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Join my Email list to get tips on navigating motherhood in the medical field.

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.

Free Coaching Session with Dr. Toya

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41. When Your Kids Really Need You: Insights from the Other Side of Early Motherhood with Dr. Dana Corriel

Hey doc! In today's episode, Dr. Dana Coriel, internist turned digital entrepreneur, shares her 20-year journey through medicine and motherhood. From having her first baby as a resident to building SoMeDocs (Doctors on Social Media), she offers invaluable insights about:

Navigating residency with a newborn
The reality of getting help in different career stages
Managing perfectionist tendencies and mom guilt
When children need you most
Rediscovering yourself beyond medicine
Building a digital empire while raising three boys

Key takeaways:

Your kids are more resilient than you think
Teenage years demand more of your presence than early childhood
Personal rediscovery can lead to unexpected career paths
Perfectionism in early motherhood often brings unnecessary stress

Dana Corriel, MD, is the founder/CEO of SoMeDocs (doctorsonsocialmedia.com), a healthcare innovation hub that promotes the autonomy of individuals in healthcare. Corriel serves as an advisor to many health brands and has helped shape many of today’s digital projects, especially those tackled by physicians.

She has spoken at events such as Harvard’s Writing, Publishing, & Social Media for Healthcare Professionals (3 years in a row), PR Week, Women in Medicine, Women Physician Wellness, InnovatorMD, Leverage & Growth Summit, UN Commission for the Status of Women/AMWA, and more. Dr. Corriel has earned recognitions including Top Ten Internists to Follow on Twitter by Medical Economics & Top 20 Social Media Physician Influencers by Medscape.

Her “special sauce” skills include digital design, unique growth ideas, and community building strategies. She adds particular value to startups in the health & healthcare space, having practiced medicine as a board-certified internist & being an active player in the space & a pioneer in the healthcare digital revolution.

For more information about Dr. Corriel, you can visit her website and connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and her personal website.

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43. Protecting Your Peace: A Post-Election Reality Check

Hey doc! In today's episode of ✨Stethoscopes and Strollers✨, I share my perspective on maintaining peace after the election through understanding human behavior and fierce mental health protection.

We explore:

Finding peace without losing touch with reality
Understanding emotional decision-making
Protecting mental health as a priority
Moving forward with clarity

Key lessons:

Peace comes from understanding human nature
Mental health protection isn't optional
Being realistic prevents you from being devastated
Clear perspective brings calm

Episode 35: The Overwhelm Antidote

Doc, if you're feeling the weight of post-election reality, remember that protecting your peace isn't selfish - it's necessary. Join the Stethoscopes and Strollers Physician's Lounge and let’s support each other through these times.

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Stethoscopes and Strollers - 42. Behind the Scenes: A Raw Conversation with My Husband About Our Early Parenthood Journey

Transcript

I'm really honored to be able to interview both of you. I think so often, Dr. Latoya, you share incredible wisdom and you represent, you know, your husband, your marriage, your family, and it's a totally incredible and valuable opportunity to be able to really hear what your experience is Adé . Your experience is the context, the background, and the contribution to everything that LaToya shares.

So I just, on behalf of LaToya for her podcast, want to welcome you to the show and thank yo