Our lives change in a myriad of ways once we become a mother, some positive and others less so. From experiences with “mom brain” or brain fog to overwhelming stress and anxiety, our brain and body can become taxed in a whole new way. In today’s episode we hear from experts on so-called “mom brain”, and also explore aging, changes in hormones, and the effects our stage of life can have on our overall health. We dive into how these issues impact a mother as well as her children and hear from our experts on the best ways to navigate these challenges.
The first HER Health Collective Roundtable of 2022 featured the following HER Expert panelists:
- Dr. Erika Aragona – Dual board-certified family medicine physician with a focus on preventive medicine and women’s health
- Emily Chaffee – Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Massage and Bodywork Therapist, Certified Educator of Infant Massage, Fertility Specialist, founder & owner Carolina Birth & Wellness
- Kerry Jones – RD – Pediatric and Maternal Nutrition – Milestones Nutrition
Today’s episode includes a discussion of the following topics:
- What happens in the brain during episodes of “brain fog”
- The impact of stress on parents
- How stress trickles down to children
- Learning to manage stress levels & help children navigate their own stressors
- The effect of chronic maternal stress on a fetus
- Emotions and feeling overwhelmed – how to navigate ups and downs of life
- The power of hormonal panels and routine care
- Navigating information overload and Dr. Google; knowing who to trust and the importance of following your gut
- Three pieces of advice and the need to eliminate “should”
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