Before going into labor, we all build expectations about what it will look like, feel like, and how we’ll handle it. In this episode, I talk through what I expected, what I’ve learned along the way, and why labor rarely follows the plan we create in our heads. Also learning that rest is important—but when you’re someone who thrives on movement, productivity, and momentum, sitting still can feel uncomfortable. In this episode I talk about the struggle of slowing down and why not feeling productive can mess with your mindset.

Also many of us hold ourselves to extremely high standards. In this episode I talk about self-criticism, where it comes from, and how to push yourself to be better without constantly feeling like you’re falling short.