Stethoscopes to Swaddles Podcast

103. The Good Enough Mother: Why Perfect Parenting is Overrated for Working Moms


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In this episode, we discuss the concept of the "good enough mother," and how working moms can use this approach to prioritize their own well-being while raising happy and healthy children. We explore the benefits of embracing imperfection, prioritizing quality time, practicing self-compassion, and prioritizing self-care.

Main Points:

  • The concept of the "good enough mother" and its benefits for working moms

  • How to prioritize quality time over quantity time with your children

  • The importance of practicing self-compassion and embracing imperfection as a working mom

  • Strategies for asking for help and building a supportive community

  • The benefits of prioritizing self-care and finding time for exercise, healthy eating, sleep, and activities that bring you joy

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Additional Resources:

  • D.W. Winnicott's book "Playing and Reality"

  • "The Good Enough Parent" by Bruno Bettelheim

  • "The Whole-Brain Child" by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

  • "Self-Compassion" by Kristin Neff

  • "The Power of Vulnerability" by Brené Brown.

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Stethoscopes to Swaddles PodcastBy Shiro Bergbauer, DNP, CRNA

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