In this first episode of the Transition to Motherhood Series, Leanna is joined once again by Andrea Palmer, this time for Andrea to share her story of becoming a mother. Andrea gets vulnerable, recounting the decision to have children, her heartbreaking loss, and ultimately the arrival of her beautiful daughter. The discussion explores the importance of support for new mothers in the workplace, the rewards of balancing work, family, and health, and the obstacles of recovering after pregnancy while propelling one’s career. Andrea also shares about her journey through postpartum depression and anxiety, and discusses the value of evaluating and strengthening your core values to serve your partnership as well as your parenthood. The Transition to Motherhood Series highlights the challenges and the beauty of becoming a mother as a career focused, success driven, achievement oriented woman.

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Revisit Leanna's interview with Andrea in part 1, part 2, and part 3.